Hetmyer last featured in ODIs against England last June and has since missed West Indies’ last three series against Pakistan, Bangladesh and New Zealand. He will join the squad ahead of the final match of the series, which starts on June 3 with all games taking place at Sabina Park.
Hetmyer stood out during the T20 World Cup earlier this year with 248 runs at 41.33 and a strike rate of 186.46, although his recent IPL 2026 with Rajasthan Royals was lean with 78 runs in seven innings at a strike rate of 113.04.
Cricket West Indies (CWI) said, “Following his impressive performances during the recent ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, Shimron Hetmyer has been reintegrated into the West Indies ODI setup as part of CWI’s strategic build-up towards the 50-Over World Cup in October and November next year.”
From the group that was in New Zealand, Alick Athanaze, Johann Layne, Khary Pierre and Romario Shepherd drop out.
“Sri Lanka are a disciplined and skilful ODI unit, especially in conditions that demand patience and smart cricket,” head coach Daren Sammy said. “For us, this series is about setting the standard, intensity in the field, clarity with the bat, and consistency with the ball. We want to play fearless but intelligent cricket and continue building the identity we believe West Indies cricket should represent.”
Following the three ODIs against Sri Lanka on June 3, 6 and 8 the sides will play three T20Is, also in Jamaica, followed by two Tests in Antigua.
West Indies ODI squad vs Sri Lanka
Shai Hope (capt, wk), Ackeem Auguste, John Campbell, Keacy Carty, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Justin Greaves, Shimron Hetmyer, Amir Jangoo, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Sherfane Rutherford, Jayden Seales, Shamar Springer
