ENG 355/7 beat SL 132 | SL in ENG 2026 Scorecard
England take on Sri Lanka in SL in ENG 2026 at The Oval, London on September 27, 2026, with play starting at 3:00 PM IST. ENG arrive with 3 wins from their last 5, SL with 1 from 2. ENG hold the edge in their recent meetings, 4–1. Jos Buttler is the form pick of the two squads with 272 runs in 5 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 #6
- 📅 27 September 2026 · 3:00 PM IST
- 📍 The Oval, London, London
- 🏆 SL in ENG 2026
- ✅ Playing XI confirmed (22 players)
England are in strong recent ODI form (3W in their last 5) — confidence will be high.
Sri Lanka have been inconsistent lately (1W in their last 2) — which version turns up is the question.
272 runs in 5 matches for ENG in SL in ENG 2026 at 101.2 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
94 runs and 5 wickets in 3 matches for SL in SL in ENG 2026 at 100.7 points a game — a high-floor pick. Strong 1.5× value.
- Jos Buttler(ENG)
Jos Buttler has 272 runs in 5 matches for ENG in SL in ENG 2026, averaging 101.2 fantasy points a game and with a best of 142.
- Will Jacks(ENG)
122 runs and 8 wickets in 5 matches in SL in ENG 2026 makes Will Jacks one of ENG's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 93.6 fantasy points a game and with a best of 230.
- Harry Brook(ENG)
Harry Brook brings 238 runs in 5 matches to this fixture for ENG, averaging 90.6 fantasy points a game and with a best of 212.
- Jamie Overton(ENG)
Jamie Overton has 10 runs and 7 wickets in 5 matches for ENG in SL in ENG 2026, averaging 63.2 fantasy points a game and with a best of 94.
- Dunith Wellalage(SL)
94 runs and 5 wickets in 3 matches in SL in ENG 2026 makes Dunith Wellalage one of SL's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 100.7 fantasy points a game and with a best of 121.
- Kusal Mendis(SL)
Kusal Mendis brings 163 runs in 2 matches to this fixture for SL, averaging 125 fantasy points a game and with a best of 200.
Form guide
Most recent first, all competitions we track.
At The Oval
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 355/7 (50 Ov) and then bowled out SL to win. ENG won by 223 runs by 223 runs. Tom Banton was the standout batter, scoring 126 off 105 balls. Liam Dawson led the bowling attack with 3/26. Tom Banton was named Player of the Match.
Who was Player of the Match in ENG vs SL?
Tom Banton was named Player of the Match. Top batter: Tom Banton — 126(105). Top bowler: Liam Dawson — 3/26.
What is the pitch report for The Oval, London?
The Oval, London 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?
Jos Buttler is a strong captain pick, with Dunith Wellalage as vice-captain. 272 runs in 5 matches for ENG in SL in ENG 2026 at 101.2 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 5 completed meetings tracked on CricketDream, England have won 4 and Sri Lanka 1. England lead.
What is the average first-innings score at The Oval?
Across 6 completed matches at The Oval in our records, teams batting first averaged 185. Sides batting first won 3 and chasing sides won 3.
Who will win ENG vs SL?
England hold the head-to-head edge (4–1) 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.