SL vs ENG Dream11 Prediction Playing XI: 2nd T20I, England Tour of Sri Lanka, 2026 Fantasy Cricket Tips, Team, and Pitch Report
SL vs ENG Dream11 Team Predictions for 2nd T20I – Read: England Tour of Sri Lanka 2026, H2H Records, Key Players, Pitch Report and Who Will Win Today’s Match Between SL vs ENG.
SL vs ENG 2nd T20I Match Preview:
Sri Lanka is ready to lock horns with England in the 2nd game of 3-match T20 series. England defeated Sri Lanka in the first game by 11 runs. Batting first, Sri Lanka was bowled out to 133 runs. In reply, England had a traffic star, Philip Salt and Jos Buttler added 36 runs in just 2.5 overs, which eventually laid the foundation in the run chase. In this second T20I, Sri Lanka looks to bounce back while England eyes another series victory.
Recent Performance:
| SL | L | W | L | L | W |
| ENG | W | W | W | W | W |
SL vs ENG Match Details:
- Series/Tournament: England Tour of Sri Lanka
- Match: SL vs ENG
- Date: 1st Feb. 2026
- Match Start Time: 07:00 PM IST
- Stadium/Venue: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium
- Live Score: cricketwinner.com
- Live Streaming: Sony Sports TEN Network, Sony LIV
Head-to-Head Stats:
| SL Won | 1 |
| ENG Won | 9 |
| NR | 0 |
Pitch & Weather Report:
The weather forecast in Pallekele International Cricket Stadium shows cloudy, with moderate chances of rain. The temperature is expected to reach around 17.1°C. The average score on this venue is 160-134.
| Temp. | 16.7C |
| Rain Possibility | 3% |
| Avg Score 1ns Inn | 160 |
| Avg Score 2nd Inn | 134 |
| Best Suited For | Pacers (59%) |
Pallekele International Cricket Stadium Pitch report:
Pallekele International Cricket Stadium pitch is a neutral surface that generally favours the batsmen and spinners. This is a batting-friendly venue; winning the toss and opting to bowl will be a wise decision on this surface, as DWE is expected in the 2nd inning
| Win Bat First | 40% |
| Win Bowl First | 60% |
SL vs ENG Probable Playing 11 for 2nd T20I
Sri Lanka (SL) Probable 11:
Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis (wk), Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Janith Liyanage, Dasun Shanaka (c), Wanindu Hasaranga, Matheesha Pathirana, Maheesh Theekshana, Eshan Malinga
England (ENG) Probable 11:
Philip Salt, Jos Buttler (wk), Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook (c), Tom Banton, Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid.
Top Picks from SriLanka
| Players | Role | Runs | Wickets |
| Kusal Mendis | WK | 37 | 0 |
| Eshan Malinga | BOWL | 0 | 2 |
| Pathum Nissanka | BAT | 23 | 0 |
| Dasun Shanaka | AR | 20 | 1 |
Top Picks from England
| Players | Role | Runs | Wickets |
| Philip Salt | WK | 46 | 0 |
| Sam Curran | AR | 1 | 3 |
| Jos Buttler | WK | 17 | 0 |
| Adil Rashid | BOWL | 0 | 3 |
SL vs ENG Captain & Vice-Captain Choices:
| Captain | Vice-captain |
| Philip Salt | Dasun Shanaka |
| Sam Curran | Adil Rashid |
SL vs ENG Fantasy Team Suggestion:
SL vs ENG Expert Advice
| SL Captain Choice | Sam Curran |
| GL Captain Choice | Philip Salt |
| Punt Picks | Dasun Shanaka, Adil Rashid |
| Dream11 Combination | 3-1-4-3 |
SL vs ENG Probable Winners:
The England Team is expected to win this match. Philip Salt, Sam Curran and Adil Rashid have been in red-hot form. In contrast, Sri Lanka's batting inconsistency is a major concern for them.
SL vs ENG FAQ
Who is likely to win the SL vs ENG match today?
England (ENG) is expected to win this match.
Who is ahead in head-to-head stats?
England.
Who are the top fantasy picks for the SL vs ENG Dream11 team?
Sam Curran, Philip Salt, Dasun Shanaka and Eshan Malinga
What is the pitch report for this match?
The surface is balanced, and we can expect an average score range between 134 and 160 runs
Disclaimer: This analysis and prediction are based on team form, pitch conditions, and available data. It is for informational purposes only and does not guarantee any result.
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