England will compete against Sri Lanka in the 3rd and final ODI of Sri Lanka’s tour of England 2026 at Kennington Oval, London, on September 27. After losing the first ODI, Sri Lanka made a strong comeback and won the second ODI by 16 runs, currently levelling the series 1-1.
In the second ODI, Sri Lanka batted first and scored 321 runs in 50 overs. In response, England failed to chase down the target, losing by 16 runs. Dunith Wellalage was the standout performer for SL, picking three wickets and successfully defending the target.
Also Read: ENG vs SL Match Prediction — Who Will Win 2nd ODI? Playing XI, Pitch Report & Toss Prediction
ENG vs SL Match Details – 3rd ODI
- Match: England vs Sri Lanka, 3rd ODI
- Date: 27 September 2026
- Time: 3:00 PM IST
- Venue: Kennington Oval, London
- Live Streaming: Sony LIV
ENG vs SL Pitch Report – Kennington Oval
The pitch at Kennington Oval offers a fair contest for both batsmen and bowlers. Fast bowlers encounter significant swing early in the game and are expected to capitalise on the new ball.
ENG vs SL Weather Report – London
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
ENG vs SL Recent Form
|
|
|
|
|
|
ENG vs SL Head-to-Head Test Record (Last 10 matches)
ENG vs SL Match Prediction Scenarios – 3rd ODI
Scenario 1 – If SL bats first
- Powerplay Score: 40–45 runs
- First Innings Total: 220–250 runs expected
- Result Prediction: England win
Scenario 2 – If ENG bats first
- Powerplay Score: 45–50 runs
- First Innings Total: 285–300 runs expected
- Result Prediction: England win
ENG vs SL: Key Battles
- Joe Root vs Dushmantha Chameera
- Pathum Nissanka vs Jofra Archer
- Charith Asalanka vs Josh Tongue
ENG vs SL: Toss Prediction
- Batting first: 40%
- Batting second: 60%
ENG vs SL Probable Playing XI
England (ENG)
Kamindu Mendis, Pathum Nissanka, Charith Asalanka, Pavan Rathnayake, Janith Liyanage, Kusal Mendis, Dunith Wellalage, Sachindu Colombage, Eshan Malinga, Asitha Fernando, Dilshan Madushanka.
Sri Lanka (SL)
Tom Banton, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jordan Cox (WK), Will Jacks, Rehan Ahmed, Jamie Overton, Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Josh Tongue
Who Will Win ENG vs SL Today? – 3rd ODI
Based on current form, team balance, and superior batting strength, England are the favourites to win this 3rd ODI. Tom Banton, Rehan Ahmed and Will Jacks are expected to be the key performers.