Sri Lanka, June 12 -- The West Indies secured a convincing seven-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in the opening T20 International at Sabina Park, taking a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.

Playing in front of an enthusiastic home crowd, the hosts delivered a dominant all-round performance, chasing down the target with four balls to spare and beginning their international summer campaign on a winning note.

After winning the toss and electing to bowl, the West Indies bowling attack kept Sri Lanka under constant pressure, restricting the visitors to 147 for 9 in their allotted 20 overs. Sri Lanka struggled to establish momentum as wickets fell at regular intervals against a disciplined bowling unit.

Kamindu Mendis was the standout perfor...