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England vs Sri Lanka Dream11 Prediction & Fantasy Tips | PAK ODI Tri 2026/27 Match 6

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इंग्लैंड बनाम श्रीलंका ड्रीम11 प्रेडिक्शन: मैच 29 अक्टूबर को 1:30 PM IST, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore में। कप्तान के लिए टॉप पिक Pavan Rathnayake, उप-कप्तान Harry Brook। पूरी फैंटेसी XI, प्लेइंग 11 और पिच रिपोर्ट नीचे है।

England take on Sri Lanka in PAK ODI Tri 2026/27 at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore on October 29, 2026, with play starting at 1:30 PM IST. ENG arrive with 1 win from their last 5, SL with 3 from 5. ENG hold the edge in their recent meetings, 5–2. Innings at this ground have averaged 170 across 4 completed matches. Pavan Rathnayake is the form pick of the two squads with 232 runs in 3 matches. Below: the full suggested fantasy XI, captain and vice-captain picks, pitch report, head-to-head record and recent form for both sides.

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🏆 Match ResultOctober 29, 2026
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 ENG won by 55 runs
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 ENG
386/5
🇱🇰 SL
331
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TOP BAT
Ben Duckett — 167(132)
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TOP BOWL
Liam Dawson — 4/49
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MAN OF MATCH
Ben Duckett

ENG posted 386/5 (50 Ov) and then bowled out SL to win. ENG won by 55 runs. Ben Duckett was the standout batter, scoring 167 off 132 balls. Liam Dawson led the bowling attack with 4/49. Ben Duckett was named Player of the Match.

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ENG
England
VS
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SL
Sri Lanka
📅 Date
October 29, 2026
🕖 Time
1:30 PM IST
📍 Venue
Gaddafi Stadium
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Pitch Report

Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore offers a balanced surface with carry for pace early and turn as the match progresses. Recent matches here have averaged 170 runs an innings this season, across 4 completed matches. Totals have ranged from 110 to 243, so par is worth judging on the day rather than from the fixture list. ENG have played 1 match here in PAK ODI Tri 2026/27, averaging 241. SL have played 1 match here in PAK ODI Tri 2026/27, averaging 114.

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Tip: Always check the official playing XI announced on match day before finalising your fantasy team, because last-minute changes happen.

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Team Assessment

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿ENG
LLLWL

England have been inconsistent lately (1W in their last 5). Which version turns up is the question.

🇱🇰SL
WWLLW

Sri Lanka are in strong recent ODI form (3W in their last 5), so confidence should be high.

Key Players to Watch

Harry Brook·ENGBAT

Harry Brook has 208 runs in 3 matches for ENG in PAK ODI Tri 2026/27, averaging 113.7 fantasy points a game and with a best of 307.

Ben Duckett·ENGBAT

179 runs in 3 matches in PAK ODI Tri 2026/27 makes Ben Duckett one of ENG's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 81.7 fantasy points a game and with a best of 153.

Will Jacks·ENGBAT

Will Jacks brings 98 runs and 2 wickets in 3 matches to this fixture for ENG, averaging 79 fantasy points a game and with a best of 109.

Jamie Overton·ENGBOWL

Jamie Overton has 11 runs and 5 wickets in 3 matches for ENG in PAK ODI Tri 2026/27, averaging 73 fantasy points a game and with a best of 135.

Pavan Rathnayake·SLBAT

232 runs in 3 matches in PAK ODI Tri 2026/27 makes Pavan Rathnayake one of SL's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 119 fantasy points a game and with a best of 190.

Janith Liyanage·SLBAT

Janith Liyanage brings 121 runs and 1 wicket in 3 matches to this fixture for SL, averaging 82 fantasy points a game and with a best of 138.

Dilshan Madushanka·SLBOWL

Dilshan Madushanka has 1 run and 7 wickets in 3 matches for SL in PAK ODI Tri 2026/27, averaging 76 fantasy points a game and with a best of 179.

Eshan Malinga·SLBOWL

2 runs and 5 wickets in 3 matches in PAK ODI Tri 2026/27 makes Eshan Malinga one of SL's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 69.7 fantasy points a game and with a best of 166.

Fantasy Cricket Picks

C CAPTAINPavan Rathnayake

232 runs in 3 matches for SL in PAK ODI Tri 2026/27 at 119 points a game, a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.

VC VICE-CAPTAINHarry Brook

208 runs in 3 matches for ENG in PAK ODI Tri 2026/27 at 113.7 points a game, a high-floor pick. Strong 1.5× value.

Must Picks

✅Harry Brook
ENG

208 runs in 3 matches for ENG in PAK ODI Tri 2026/27 at 113.7 points a game, a high-floor pick.

✅Ben Duckett
ENG

179 runs in 3 matches for ENG in PAK ODI Tri 2026/27 at 81.7 points a game, a high-floor pick.

✅Pavan Rathnayake
SL

232 runs in 3 matches for SL in PAK ODI Tri 2026/27 at 119 points a game, a high-floor pick.

✅Janith Liyanage
SL

121 runs and 1 wicket in 3 matches for SL in PAK ODI Tri 2026/27 at 82 points a game, a high-floor pick.

Differential Picks (Grand League)

💡Jamie Overton
ENG

In PAK ODI Tri 2026/27, Jamie Overton has already posted a single-match best of 135 fantasy points against a 73-point average, a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.

💡Dilshan Madushanka
SL

In PAK ODI Tri 2026/27, Dilshan Madushanka has already posted a single-match best of 179 fantasy points against a 76-point average, a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.

Suggested Fantasy XI

1WK5BAT2AR3BOWL6ENG5SL
1Tom Banton
2Pavan RathnayakeC
3Harry BrookVC
4Janith Liyanage
5Sam Curran
6Dasun Shanaka
7Dilshan Madushanka
8Jamie Overton
9Eshan Malinga
10Ben Duckett
11Will Jacks
🏏 Use this XI in Team BuilderLoads all 11 with C and VC set. Change anyone before you save.

Match Prediction

England hold the head-to-head edge (5–2) and start as slight favourites, though Sri Lanka have the firepower to upset them.

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Overall Fantasy Strategy

A 6-5 split with Pavan Rathnayake takes the armband. Jamie Overton is the one genuine differential here, with low ownership and a real ceiling, so if you are chasing rank rather than protecting one, that is the slot to be brave in.

Match Trivia

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In their only previous meeting in PAK ODI Tri 2026/27 (22 Oct), Sri Lanka came out on top.

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The highest individual score at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore in PAK ODI Tri 2026/27 is Shadab Khan's 113 off 96 balls.

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The best bowling figures at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore in PAK ODI Tri 2026/27 are Dilshan Madushanka's 5/34.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who will win England vs Sri Lanka?

England hold the head-to-head edge (5–2) and start as slight favourites, though Sri Lanka have the firepower to upset them.

Who should be captain for England vs Sri Lanka in fantasy cricket?

Pavan Rathnayake is the top captain pick, with Harry Brook as vice-captain. 232 runs in 3 matches for SL in PAK ODI Tri 2026/27 at 119 points a game, a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.

What is the pitch report for Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore?

Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore offers a balanced surface with carry for pace early and turn as the match progresses. Recent matches here have averaged 170 runs an innings this season, across 4 completed matches. Totals have ranged from 110 to 243, so par is worth judging on the day rather than from the fixture list. ENG have played 1 match here in PAK ODI Tri 2026/27, averaging 241. SL have played 1 match here in PAK ODI Tri 2026/27, averaging 114.

When is England vs Sri Lanka?

England vs Sri Lanka is scheduled for October 29, 2026 at 1:30 PM IST, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.

What is the head-to-head record between England and Sri Lanka?

ENG lead 5–2 across their last 7 meetings.

How have England and Sri Lanka been performing recently?

England have been inconsistent lately (1W in their last 5). Which version turns up is the question. Sri Lanka are in strong recent ODI form (3W in their last 5), so confidence should be high.

Who is a good differential pick for England vs Sri Lanka?

Jamie Overton (ENG): In PAK ODI Tri 2026/27, Jamie Overton has already posted a single-match best of 135 fantasy points against a 73-point average, a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.

Are there any notable stats for England vs Sri Lanka?

In their only previous meeting in PAK ODI Tri 2026/27 (22 Oct), Sri Lanka came out on top. The highest individual score at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore in PAK ODI Tri 2026/27 is Shadab Khan's 113 off 96 balls. The best bowling figures at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore in PAK ODI Tri 2026/27 are Dilshan Madushanka's 5/34.

What's a good fantasy XI for England vs Sri Lanka?

A balanced XI built from both squads: Tom Banton, Pavan Rathnayake, Harry Brook, Janith Liyanage, Sam Curran, Dasun Shanaka, Dilshan Madushanka, Jamie Overton, Eshan Malinga, Ben Duckett, Will Jacks. Adjust based on the confirmed playing XI closer to the toss.

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