West Indies U-19s pulled off a 195-run win in their second Youth ODI against Sri Lanka to level the series with a game left.

Sri Lanka comfortable won the first game by six wickets but today, West Indies pilled on 320/8 in 50 overs.

Jordan Johnson (pictured above) top scored with 105 from 79 balls and there were 50s from Joshua Dorne and Tarrique Edward.

Then, Sri Lanka were bowled out for 125 in 30.5 overs with Isai Thorne (3/18) and Deshawn James (3/30) leading the attack.

The series-deciding third Youth ODI will be played on Friday at 12:30am AST, before attention turns to two Youth Tests.

CWI says the ODIs are being seen as crucial preparations for the U-19 World Cup in Sri Lanka in January and February 2024.

SCHEDULE (all games at Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium)

27 August: 1st Youth ODI – Sri Lanka U-19 won by six wickets

30 August: 2nd Youth ODI – West Indies U-19 won by 195 runs

1 September: 3rd Youth ODI

5-8 September: 1st Youth Test

12-15 September: 2nd Youth Test

(Photo credit: CWI Media)