SL 321/6 beat ENG 305/9 | SL in ENG 2026 Scorecard
England take on Sri Lanka in SL in ENG 2026 at Headingley, Leeds on September 24, 2026, with play starting at 5:00 PM IST. ENG hold the edge in their recent meetings, 4–0. Harry Brook is the form pick of the two squads with 237 runs in 4 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 #5
- 📅 24 September 2026 · 5:00 PM IST
- 📍 Headingley, Leeds, Leeds
- 🏆 SL in ENG 2026
- ✅ Playing XI confirmed (22 players)
England are in strong recent ODI form (3W in their last 4) — confidence will be high.
Sri Lanka have limited recent ODI results on record — their match-day XI and conditions will tell the story here.
237 runs in 4 matches for ENG in SL in ENG 2026 at 109.5 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
78 runs and 2 wickets in 2 matches for SL in SL in ENG 2026 at 90.5 points a game — a high-floor pick. Strong 1.5× value.
- Harry Brook(ENG)
Harry Brook has 237 runs in 4 matches for ENG in SL in ENG 2026, averaging 109.5 fantasy points a game and with a best of 212.
- Will Jacks(ENG)
70 runs and 8 wickets in 4 matches in SL in ENG 2026 makes Will Jacks one of ENG's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 97.3 fantasy points a game and with a best of 230.
- Jos Buttler(ENG)
Jos Buttler brings 203 runs in 4 matches to this fixture for ENG, averaging 95.8 fantasy points a game and with a best of 142.
- Jamie Overton(ENG)
Jamie Overton has 8 runs and 7 wickets in 4 matches for ENG in SL in ENG 2026, averaging 77.5 fantasy points a game and with a best of 94.
- Dunith Wellalage(SL)
78 runs and 2 wickets in 2 matches in SL in ENG 2026 makes Dunith Wellalage one of SL's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 90.5 fantasy points a game and with a best of 93.
- Pathum Nissanka(SL)
Pathum Nissanka brings 112 runs in 4 matches to this fixture for SL, averaging 41 fantasy points a game and with a best of 61.
Form guide
Most recent first, all competitions we track.
At Headingley
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?
SL posted 321/6 (50 Ov) and then bowled out ENG to win. SL won by 16 runs. Kusal Mendis was the standout batter, scoring 121 off 100 balls. Dunith Wellalage led the bowling attack with 3/49. Kusal Mendis was named Player of the Match.
Who was Player of the Match in ENG vs SL?
Kusal Mendis was named Player of the Match. Top batter: Kusal Mendis — 121(100). Top bowler: Dunith Wellalage — 3/49.
What is the pitch report for Headingley, Leeds?
Headingley, Leeds 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. 237 runs in 4 matches for ENG in SL in ENG 2026 at 109.5 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 4 completed meetings tracked on CricketDream, England have won 4 and Sri Lanka 0. England lead.
What is the average first-innings score at Headingley?
Across 15 completed matches at Headingley in our records, teams batting first averaged 177. Sides batting first won 8 and chasing sides won 6.
Who will win ENG vs SL?
England hold the head-to-head edge (4–0) 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.