ENG 146/4 beat SL 145/9 | SL in ENG 2026 Scorecard
England take on Sri Lanka in SL in ENG 2026 at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff on September 17, 2026, with play starting at 11:00 PM IST. ENG arrive with 5 wins from their last 5, SL with 1 from 4. ENG hold the edge in their recent meetings, 1–0. Harry Brook is the form pick of the two squads with 114 runs in 1 match. Below: the full suggested fantasy XI, captain and vice-captain picks, pitch report, head-to-head record and recent form for both sides.
- 📋 Match #2
- 📅 17 September 2026 · 11:00 PM IST
- 📍 Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, Cardiff
- 🏆 SL in ENG 2026
- ✅ Playing XI confirmed (22 players)
England are in strong recent T20I form (5W in their last 5) — confidence will be high.
Sri Lanka have been inconsistent lately (1W in their last 4) — which version turns up is the question.
114 runs in 1 match for ENG in SL in ENG 2026 at 212 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
33 runs and 1 wicket in 1 match for SL in SL in ENG 2026 at 88 points a game — a high-floor pick. Strong 1.5× value.
- Harry Brook(ENG)
114 runs in 1 match in SL in ENG 2026 makes Harry Brook one of ENG's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 212 fantasy points a game and with a best of 212.
- Jos Buttler(ENG)
Jos Buttler brings 80 runs in 1 match to this fixture for ENG, averaging 142 fantasy points a game and with a best of 142.
- Sonny Baker(ENG)
Sonny Baker has 3 wickets in 1 match for ENG in SL in ENG 2026, averaging 129 fantasy points a game and with a best of 129.
- Jamie Overton(ENG)
2 wickets in 1 match in SL in ENG 2026 makes Jamie Overton one of ENG's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 79 fantasy points a game and with a best of 79.
- Dunith Wellalage(SL)
Dunith Wellalage brings 33 runs and 1 wicket in 1 match to this fixture for SL, averaging 88 fantasy points a game and with a best of 88.
- Dasun Shanaka(SL)
Dasun Shanaka has 24 runs in 1 match for SL in SL in ENG 2026, averaging 53 fantasy points a game and with a best of 53.
Form guide
Most recent first, all competitions we track.
At Sophia Gardens
Key players in the squads
- Harry Brook · Batter
- Jos Buttler · Wicketkeeper
- Joe Root · Batter
- Ben Duckett · Batter
- Will Jacks · Batter
- Jamie Overton · Bowler
- Wanindu Hasaranga · All-rounder
- Kusal Mendis · Wicketkeeper
- Pathum Nissanka · Batter
- Janith Liyanage · Batter
- Eshan Malinga · Bowler
- Maheesh Theekshana · Bowler
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won ENG vs SL?
ENG posted 146/4 (12.1/20 ov, target 146) and then bowled out SL to win. ENG won by 6 wickets. Tom Banton was the standout batter, scoring 52 off 24 balls. Liam Dawson led the bowling attack with 3/32. Liam Dawson was named Player of the Match.
Who was Player of the Match in ENG vs SL?
Liam Dawson was named Player of the Match. Top batter: Tom Banton — 52(24). Top bowler: Liam Dawson — 3/32.
What is the pitch report for Sophia Gardens, Cardiff?
Sophia Gardens, Cardiff has no completed matches on record for SL in ENG 2026 yet, so there is no reliable par score to quote. Treat the pitch report at the toss as your main signal and keep a balanced XI.
Who should be captain for ENG vs SL in fantasy cricket?
Harry Brook is a strong captain pick, with Dunith Wellalage as vice-captain. 114 runs in 1 match for ENG in SL in ENG 2026 at 212 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
What is the head-to-head record between England and Sri Lanka?
In 1 completed meeting tracked on CricketDream, England have won 1 and Sri Lanka 0. England lead.
What is the average first-innings score at Sophia Gardens?
Across 10 completed matches at Sophia Gardens in our records, teams batting first averaged 148. Sides batting first won 4 and chasing sides won 6.
Who will win ENG vs SL?
England hold the head-to-head edge (1–0) and start as slight favourites, though Sri Lanka have the firepower to upset them.
How do I play fantasy cricket for ENG vs SL on CricketDream?
Build a free Fantasy XI for England vs Sri Lanka, join a snake Draft with friends, or play the Predictor — all on CricketDream. Pick your 11 players before the toss and compete on the live leaderboard.