England vs Sri Lanka Preview ODI Tri-Nation Series Match 6

Sri Lanka take on England in the sixth match of the Pakistan Tri-Nation Series at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. The match is scheduled to begin at 1:00 PM Pakistan Standard Time on October 29, 2026. With Sri Lanka already through to the final alongside Pakistan, England will look to finish their campaign with a strong performance.

England enter the contest as the favourites according to the available win probability, with a 70% chance compared to Sri Lanka's 30%. However, Sri Lanka will be confident after their convincing victory over Pakistan in their previous match.

Match Details

• Match: England vs Sri Lanka, ODI 6 of 7
• Tournament: Pakistan Tri-Nation Series 2026
• Date: October 29, 2026
• Time: 1:00 PM Pakistan Standard Time
• Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
• Sri Lanka Captain: Kusal Mendis
• England Captain: Harry Brook

Sri Lanka Look to Continue Winning Form

Sri Lanka head into the match after a convincing win over Pakistan. Pavan Rathnayake has been their standout batter, scoring 130 against England and 79 against Pakistan. Dasun Shanaka has also impressed with 97 off 50 balls against England, while Janith Liyanage has added useful runs in the middle order.

Sri Lanka will look for a stronger start from Avishka Fernando and his fellow top-order batters. Captain Kusal Mendis, who has struggled for runs in the series, will also aim to find form before the final. Their bowlers gained confidence after restricting Pakistan, with Dilshan Madushanka among the key performers.

England Aim to Fix Their Inconsistencies

England have struggled to deliver consistent performances with both bat and ball. Harry Brook scored 202 against Sri Lanka, while Ben Duckett hit a century against Pakistan. However, England failed to turn these individual efforts into victories.

Jamie Overton impressed with three wickets against Pakistan, but England's batting collapse left them short of a competitive total.

Brook will want a stronger team performance in the final league match. Joe Root, Duckett and Sam Curran will be important with the bat, while Overton and Gus Atkinson will lead the bowling effort. Although England are out of the final, they will aim to finish the tournament with a win.

Key Players to Watch

Pavan Rathnayake: Sri Lanka's consistent run-scorer has already delivered two major contributions in the series. Another strong innings could put England under pressure.

Dasun Shanaka: His ability to accelerate the scoring rate makes him a major threat in the middle and final overs.

Harry Brook: England's captain has shown that he can produce a match-defining innings. His performance will be crucial if England want to finish the tournament on a high.

Jamie Overton: Overton has delivered an impressive spell against Pakistan. His pace and ability to take wickets could prove important on Lahore's surface.

Pitch Report and Match Prediction

Gaddafi Stadium has offered challenging batting conditions, with first-innings scores of 241 and 110 in its last two matches. Swing and bounce could help fast bowlers, making early wickets crucial.

Sri Lanka enter with momentum after beating Pakistan, while England will rely on their experienced batting lineup. England may have the edge on paper, but Sri Lanka's recent form makes them competitive. Sri Lanka will also use this match to prepare for the final, while England aim to finish their campaign with a win.

England vs Sri Lanka Last ODI Thriller 

England posted a massive 429/4, led by Harry Brook's 202 off 116 balls. Joe Root scored 69, while Will Jacks smashed 66 off just 30 balls. Sri Lanka faced a daunting chase at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.

Then came Sri Lanka’s remarkable chase. Pavan Rathnayake scored 130, while Avishka Fernando made 97 and Dasun Shanaka smashed 97 off 50 balls. Sri Lanka chased down 430 in 49.5 overs, winning by two wickets with one ball remaining in a remarkable thriller.

Where to Watch England vs Sri Lanka Live

Watch the England vs Sri Lanka ODI live on tapmad on October 29 at 1:00 PM Pakistan time. Follow the action live.