Sri Lanka will face England in the sixth match of the Pakistan ODI Tri-Series 2026 on October 28 at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.
Sri Lanka have won two of their three matches so far and will look to strengthen their position in the tournament with another victory. Having already secured qualification for the final, they will aim to maintain their momentum and finish the league stage on a positive note.
Meanwhile, England have lost all three of their matches and are yet to open their account in the tournament. They will look to end their campaign with a consolation win and put up an improved performance against Sri Lanka.
SL vs ENG: Match Details
| Match | Sri Lanka vs England, 6th ODI, Pakistan ODI Tri-Series, 2026 |
| Date and Time (IST) | Thursday, October 29, 2026, 1:30 PM |
| Venue | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| Broadcast and Live Streaming | Veto app |
Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore: Pitch Report
Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore generally offers a batting-friendly surface in ODI cricket, allowing batters to play their shots freely once they settle in. The pitch provides good bounce, while fast bowlers may find some movement with the new ball. Spinners could play an important role during the middle overs, and teams winning the toss may prefer to bat first and post a competitive total.
SL vs ENG: Head-to-Head ODI Record
| Matches played | 86 |
| Won by Sri Lanka | 40 |
| Won by England | 42 |
| No Results | 03 |
| Tied | 01 |
| First-ever fixture | February 13, 1982 |
| Most recent fixture | October 22, 2026 |
SL vs ENG: Predicted Playing 11s
Sri Lanka:
Kamindu Mendis, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis(w/c), Pavan Rathnayake, Janith Liyanage, Dasun Shanaka, Sahan Arachchige, Dunith Wellalage, Eshan Malinga, Asitha Fernando, Dilshan Madushanka
England:
Tom Banton, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Harry Brook(c), Jordan Cox(w), Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson, Gus Atkinson, Henry Crocombe
SL vs ENG: Probable Best Performer of the Match
Probable Best Batter: Pavan Rathnayake
Pavan Rathnayake could be a key batter for Sri Lanka in their upcoming clash against England. He has been in excellent form in the tri-series, scoring 232 runs in three matches at an average of 116.00 and a strike rate of 112.62. Sri Lanka will hope he continues his impressive run and delivers another impactful performance to help his team secure a victory.
Probable Best Bowler: Dilshan Madushanka
Dilshan Madushanka could be a crucial bowler for Sri Lanka against England. He has claimed seven wickets in three matches, including a five-wicket haul, and has been effective in picking up wickets. Sri Lanka will expect him to maintain his form and trouble England's batting lineup with his pace and variations.
