ENG 126/2 beat SL 124 | SL in ENG 2026 Scorecard
England take on Sri Lanka in SL in ENG 2026 at Old Trafford, Manchester on September 19, 2026, with play starting at 7:00 PM IST. ENG arrive with 5 wins from their last 5, SL with 1 from 5. ENG hold the edge in their recent meetings, 2–0. Harry Brook is the form pick of the two squads with 137 runs in 2 matches. Below: the full suggested fantasy XI, captain and vice-captain picks, pitch report, head-to-head record and recent form for both sides.
- 📋 Match #3
- 📅 19 September 2026 · 7:00 PM IST
- 📍 Old Trafford, Manchester, Manchester
- 🏆 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 5) — which version turns up is the question.
137 runs in 2 matches for ENG in SL in ENG 2026 at 136.5 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
31 runs and 2 wickets in 2 matches for SL in SL in ENG 2026 at 58.5 points a game — a high-floor pick. Strong 1.5× value.
- Harry Brook(ENG)
Harry Brook brings 137 runs in 2 matches to this fixture for ENG, averaging 136.5 fantasy points a game and with a best of 212.
- Liam Dawson(ENG)
Liam Dawson has 5 wickets in 2 matches for ENG in SL in ENG 2026, averaging 101.5 fantasy points a game and with a best of 134.
- Jos Buttler(ENG)
110 runs in 2 matches in SL in ENG 2026 makes Jos Buttler one of ENG's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 96.5 fantasy points a game and with a best of 142.
- Sonny Baker(ENG)
Sonny Baker brings 4 wickets in 2 matches to this fixture for ENG, averaging 91.5 fantasy points a game and with a best of 129.
- Wanindu Hasaranga(SL)
Wanindu Hasaranga has 31 runs and 2 wickets in 2 matches for SL in SL in ENG 2026, averaging 58.5 fantasy points a game and with a best of 69.
- Dunith Wellalage(SL)
33 runs and 1 wicket in 1 match in SL in ENG 2026 makes Dunith Wellalage one of SL's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 88 fantasy points a game and with a best of 88.
Form guide
Most recent first, all competitions we track.
At Old Trafford
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 126/2 (9.4/20 ov, target 125) and then bowled out SL to win. ENG won by 8 wickets by 8 wickets. Jos Buttler was the standout batter, scoring 62 off 32 balls. Sonny Baker led the bowling attack with 2/17. Sonny Baker was named Player of the Match.
Who was Player of the Match in ENG vs SL?
Sonny Baker was named Player of the Match. Top batter: Jos Buttler — 62(32). Top bowler: Sonny Baker — 2/17.
What is the pitch report for Old Trafford, Manchester?
Old Trafford, Manchester 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 Wanindu Hasaranga as vice-captain. 137 runs in 2 matches for ENG in SL in ENG 2026 at 136.5 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 2 completed meetings tracked on CricketDream, England have won 2 and Sri Lanka 0. England lead.
What is the average first-innings score at Old Trafford?
Across 14 completed matches at Old Trafford in our records, teams batting first averaged 145. Sides batting first won 6 and chasing sides won 8.
Who will win ENG vs SL?
England hold the head-to-head edge (2–0) 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.