SL vs ENG Dream11 Prediction Today: Super-8 Group 2 Match, Pitch Report, Playing XI & Fantasy Tips
SL vs ENG Dream11 Team Predictions for Today - Match Read: ICC T20 WC 2026 Match 42. H2H Records, Key Players, Pitch Report, and who will win today's match between SL vs ENG.

SL vs ENG Super 8 Group 2 Match Preview:
The Sri Lanka team will take on England in the second Super 8 Stage match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. The Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy, Sri Lanka, will host this match on Sunday. Sri Lanka head into this game after losing the last league match against ZIM by 6 wickets.
Similarly, England has also won three out of its four group matches. They entered this game after defeating Italy by 24 runs on the back of Will Jacks, who remained unbeaten at 53 off just 22 deliveries. Both teams will be facing each other for the first time in this event and will aim to strengthen their position by winning this match.
SL vs ENG Today Match Prediction – ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8, 42nd Match | Who Will Win?
Recent Performance:
SL: L, W, W, W, L
ENG: W, W, L, W, W
SL vs ENG Match Details:
- Series/Tournament: ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026
- Match: SL vs ENG
- Date: 22nd Feb. 2026
- Match Start Time: 03:00 PM IST
- Stadium/Venue: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy, Sri Lanka
- Live Score: cricketwinner.com
- Live Streaming: JioStar Network Channels and JioHotstar
Head-to-Head Stats:
| SL Won | 0 |
| ENG Won | 10 |
| NR | 0 |
Weather Report:
- Temperature: 23–24°C
- Rain Chances: 87%
- Conditions: Cloudy
According to the weather forecast, rain can interrupt the match.
Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy, Sri Lanka, Pitch Stats:
Pallekele International Cricket Stadium offers ample opportunities for both batsmen and bowlers. Traditionally, the pitch here has offered some assistance to spin bowlers.
- Win Batting First: 53%
- Win Bowling First: 47%
- Best Suited For: Spinners (59%)
Average Scores
- Average 1st Innings: 145
- Average 2nd Innings: 166
Winning the toss and batting first could be the ideal strategy.
SL vs ENG Probable Playing 11
Sri Lanka (SL) Probable 11:
Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Perera (WK), Kusal Mendis, Pavan Rathnayake, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Dushan Hemantha, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Pramod Madushan, Dilshan Madushanka
England (ENG) Probable 11:
Phil Salt (WK), Jos Buttler, Jacob Bethell, Tom Banton, Harry Brook, Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid
Top Picks from Sri Lanka
| Players | Role | Fantasy Points |
| Pathum Nissanka | BAT | 385 |
| Kusal Mendis | WK | 372 |
| Pavan Rathnayake | AR | 281 |
| Maheesh Theekshana | BOW | 271 |
Top Picks from England
| Players | Role | Fantasy Points |
| Sam Curran | AR | 420 |
| Jacob Bethell | BAT | 279 |
| Jamie Overton | BAT | 313 |
| Will Jacks | AR | 310 |
SL vs ENG Captain & Vice-Captain Choices:
| Captain | Vice-captain |
| Sam Curran | Kusal Mendis |
| Pathum Nissanka | Will Jacks |
SL vs ENG Fantasy Team Suggestion:

SL vs ENG Dream11 Tips:
| SL Captain Choice | Sam Curran |
| GL Captain Choice | Pathum Nissanka |
| Punt Picks | Will Jacks, Kusal Mendis |
| Dream11 Combination | 3-3-4-1 |
Match Prediction – Who Will Win
England is the slight favourite to win this match. The England team appears to be more balanced and recently won the ODI and T20I series against Sri Lanka. We back England to win this match.
Prediction: ENG to win.
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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