SL vs ENG Dream11 Prediction (3rd ODI), in Colombo, January 27, 2026 – Fantasy Tips, Playing11, Pitch Report
Sri Lanka (SL) will face England (ENG) in the third ODI of the England tour of Sri Lanka 2026. The match will be played at the R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, on January 27, 2026, with the start time set for 2:30 PM IST.
SL vs ENG Series – Key Highlights
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Series Context | England is aiming for a rare ODI series win in Sri Lanka after 18 years |
| Key Batter – England | Joe Root has scored 944 runs since last year, including 3 centuries and 6 half-centuries in 17 matches |
| Key Bowler – Sri Lanka | Asitha Fernando has picked up 21 wickets in Sri Lanka’s last 11 ODIs |
| Head-to-Head Form | Sri Lanka has won 2 of the previous 3 matches against England |
SL vs ENG Match Preview & Team Head-to-Head ODI Records
England secured a hard-fought five-wicket win in the second ODI to level the three-match series at 1–1.
While chasing 220 on a difficult Colombo pitch, Joe Root guided the innings with a calm 75 off 90 balls. Captain Harry Brook supported him with 42. Earlier, England’s spin-heavy attack bowled Sri Lanka out for 219, with Adil Rashid, Jamie Overton, and Joe Root taking two wickets each.
For Sri Lanka, captain Charith Asalanka top-scored with 45, while Dhananjaya de Silva added 40. With the ball, Jeffrey Vandersay and Dhananjaya de Silva claimed two wickets each, but England reached the target with 22 balls remaining.
Sri Lanka Team News & Analysis
Pathum Nissanka and Kamil Mishara are expected to open the innings for Sri Lanka, with Kusal Mendis likely to bat at number three.
Dhananjaya de Silva, Charith Asalanka, and Janith Liyanage will handle the middle order and aim to control the innings.
Pavan Rathnayake and Dunith Wellalage are expected to provide finishing strength in the lower middle order.
Asitha Fernando and Pramod Madushan are likely to take the new ball and look for early wickets.
Dhananjaya de Silva, Dunith Wellalage, and Charith Asalanka will operate in the middle overs to maintain pressure and take wickets.
Pavan Rathnayake and Jeffrey Vandersay can also be used as additional bowling options.
England Team News & Analysis
Rehan Ahmed and Ben Duckett are expected to open the innings for England, with Joe Root likely to bat at number three.
Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook, and Jos Buttler will strengthen the middle order and focus on rotating the strike.
Will Jacks is expected to bat in the lower middle order and provide a strong finish.
Jamie Overton and Sam Curran are likely to take the new ball and look for early breakthroughs.
Liam Dawson, Will Jacks, and Adil Rashid will operate in the middle overs to maintain control.
Joe Root and Rehan Ahmed can also contribute as additional bowling options.
Head-to-Head ODI Records
| Matches | SL Won | ENG Won | No Result | Tied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last 81 | 38 | 39 | 3 | 1 |
| Last 10 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
SL vs ENG 3rd ODI Probable Playing XI & Key Players
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Key Players for Sri Lanka
- Top Batters: Kusal Mendis, Charith Asalanka
- Top Bowlers: Jeffrey Vandersay, Dhananjaya de Silva
Key Players for England
- Top Batters: Joe Root, Ben Duckett
- Top Bowlers: Adil Rashid, Liam Dawson
SL vs ENG 3rd ODI Pitch Report (R.Premadasa Stadium, Khettarama, Colombo)
Overall, the pitch at R. Premadasa Stadium is batting-friendly in the first innings, with teams preferring to set a target. Scores around 230–250 are competitive, while anything above 280 can be match-winning.
As the match progresses, the surface tends to slow down, bringing spinners into play, which makes chasing difficult. Batting first remains the safer option at this venue.
| Factor | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Type | Batting-friendly |
| Batting | Very good |
| Bowling First | Less advantage |
| Pacers | Limited help |
| Spinners | Highly effective |
| Avg Score | 230–250 |
| Chasing | Difficult |
| Dew Factor | Possible |
| Dream11 Tip | Pick top-order batters & spinners |
Sri Lanka vs England Player Stats & Record 2026
SL vs ENG 3rd ODI Dream11 Team Prediction (PRE-TOSS)
Sri Lanka vs England 3rd ODI Best Captain/Vice-Captain Prediction Today’s Match
| # | Player | Team | Role | Avg FPTS | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | J Overton | ENG | BOWL | 120 | 104.79 |
| 2 | J Root | ENG | BAT | 67.4 | 92.34 |
| 3 | A Rashid | ENG | BOWL | 66.6 | 90.32 |
| 4 | D Wellalage | SL | ALL | 81.6 | 89.08 |
| 5 | J Vandersay | SL | ALL | 82 | 83.43 |
FAQ – SL vs ENG Quick Summaries
Which are the Key Players for Sri Lanka (SL)?
Kusal Mendis, Charith Asalanka, Jeffrey Vandersay, and Dhananjaya de Silva will be the key players for Team SL.
Which are the Key Players for England (ENG)?
Joe Root, Ben Duckett, Adil Rashid, and Liam Dawson will be the key players for Team ENG.
What’s the pitch report for R.Premadasa Stadium, Khettarama, Colombo?
The R. Premadasa Stadium features a slow, turning track that favours spinners. While batters can score early, the surface deteriorates, becoming grippy and challenging for stroke play as the match progresses.
Who are the best captain/vice-captain picks for today’s SL vs ENG match?
J Overton, J Root, A Rashid, D Wellalage, and J Vandersay will be good options for C/VC.
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