England will take on Sri Lanka in the Super 8 stage of the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. 

SL vs ENG Weather Report Today – Super 8 T20 World Cup 2026 Match Preview

Sri Lanka and England are placed in Group 2 of the Super 8 stage, alongside New Zealand and Pakistan. The high-voltage Super 8 clash will be played on February 22 at the Pallekele International Stadium, Pallekele.

The SL vs ENG match is scheduled to begin at 3:00 PM IST as part of a double-header day in theICC Men's T20 World Cup. The second match of the day will see India take on South Africa in the evening fixture.

In the previous Super 8 game, the match between New Zealand and Pakistan was abandoned due to rain, raising concerns about weather interruptions in Sri Lanka. Unfortunately, current forecasts suggest that rain may again affect the SL vs ENG match, which fans are eagerly waiting to watch.

Both England and Sri Lanka delivered impressive performances in the league stage and will be keen to play a full match in this crucial Super 8 encounter. With only three matches per team in this round and the top two teams qualifying for the semi-finals, every point is vital. A rain-abandoned match would mean one point each, which could hurt qualification chances for both sides.

Despite the gloomy forecast, players and supporters remain hopeful that the weather will clear up in time for uninterrupted cricket action.

SL vs ENG Weather Report Today (Pallekele Forecast)

The weather in Pallekele today is not ideal for cricket. According to the latest forecasts, rain is expected around match time, with a high probability of showers from 3 PM to 6 PM local time.

If rain continues to interrupt play, officials will wait for the cut-off time for a reduced-overs game. Should conditions fail to improve, the match may be called off, resulting in shared points for both teams. Fans are advised to stay updated with live weather updates and match status closer to the toss.

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Pitch Report – Pallekele International Stadium

The pitch at Pallekele is generally consideredbatting-friendly, offering good bounce and carry. Batters can play through the line comfortably, especially in the powerplay overs.

Captains winning the toss are likely to bat first, aiming to post a competitive total and put pressure on the chasing side. However, if rain intervenes, the surface could offer some assistance to seamers, making early overs tricky for top-order batters.

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Probable Playing XI

England Playing XI (Expected)

• Phil Salt

• Jos Buttler (wk)

• Jacob Bethell

• Tom Banton

• Harry Brook (c)

• Sam Curran

• Will Jacks

• Jamie Overton

• Liam Dawson

• Jofra Archer

• Adil Rashid

Sri Lanka Playing XI (Expected)

• Pathum Nissanka

• Kusal Perera

• Kusal Mendis (wk)

• Pavan Rathnayake

• Dasun Shanaka (c)

• Kamindu Mendis

• Dunith Wellalage

• Dushan Hemantha

• Dushmantha Chameera

• Maheesh Theekshana

• Dilshan Madushanka

FAQs

Q1. Will rain affect the SL vs ENG match today?
Yes, rain is likely to interrupt play during match hours.

Q2. What is the weather forecast for SL vs ENG in Pallekele today?
High chances of rain are expected from the afternoon to the evening.

Q3. Can the SL vs ENG match be abandoned due to rain?
Yes, the match may be abandoned if rain persists.

Q4. How long will officials wait before reducing overs?
Officials wait until the cut-off time to allow a reduced-overs game.

Q5. What happens if SL vs ENG is abandoned?
Both teams receive one point each.