Sri Lanka will face England in the third match of the Pakistan ODI Tri-Series 2026 on October 22 at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.
Sri Lanka suffered a 37-run defeat against Pakistan in their opening match and will aim to bounce back with an improved performance.
Meanwhile, England also lost to Pakistan by 87 runs. They will look to regroup, make a strong comeback, and get their campaign back on track.
SL vs ENG: Match Details
| Match | Sri Lanka vs England, 3rd ODI, Pakistan ODI Tri-Series, 2026 |
| Date and Time (IST) | Thursday, October 22, 2026, 1:30 PM |
| Venue | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi |
| Broadcast and Live Streaming | Sony Sports Network and SonyLIV (App and Website) |
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi: Pitch Report
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium is generally considered a batting-friendly venue in ODI cricket, offering a good surface and consistent bounce that allow batters to play their shots freely. However, fast bowlers may find some assistance with the new ball, while spinners could play a crucial role during the middle overs.
SL vs ENG: Head-to-Head ODI Record
| Matches played | 85 |
| Won by Sri Lanka | 39 |
| Won by England | 42 |
| No Results | 03 |
| Tied | 01 |
| First-ever fixture | February 13, 1982 |
| Most recent fixture | September 27, 2026 |
SL vs ENG: Predicted Playing 11s
Sri Lanka:
Avishka Fernando, Kamindu Mendis, Kusal Mendis (c) (wk), Pavan Rathnayake, Sahan Arachchige, Janith Liyanage, Dasun Shanaka, Sachindu Colombage, Eshan Malinga, Asitha Fernando, Dilshan Madushanka
England:
Tom Banton, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Harry Brook (c), Jordan Cox (wk), Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Gus Atkinson, Adil Rashid, Sonny Baker
SL vs ENG: Probable Best Performer of the Match
Probable Best Batter: Pavan Rathnayake
Pavan Rathnayake could play a crucial role for Sri Lanka in their upcoming clash against England. He impressed in the opening match of the tri-series, scoring 79 runs and showcasing his batting ability. Sri Lanka will hope he continues his good form and delivers another strong performance to help his team secure its first victory in the tournament.
Probable Best Bowler: Eshan Malinga
Eshan Malinga could be a key bowler for Sri Lanka in their upcoming clash against England. He impressed in the opening match against Pakistan, claiming 4 wickets for 46 runs. Sri Lanka will hope he maintains his form and delivers another impactful spell to help his team secure a much-needed victory in the tri-series.
