ENG vs SL Match Prediction — Who Will Win 2nd T20I? England vs Sri Lanka

England will face Sri Lanka in the second T20I of Sri Lanka's tour of England in 2026 on 17th September at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi. England won the first T20I by 119 runs and currently lead the series 1-0. For Sri Lanka, this game will be a must-win one if they want to stay alive in the series. Meanwhile, England will look to seal the series early.

In the first T20I, England batted first and scored 254 runs in 20 overs. Captain Harry Brook smashed 114 runs off 49 balls, supported by Jos Buttler, who scored 80 runs off 44 balls. In response, Sri Lanka failed to chase down the target and were bowled out for just 135 runs.

See also: Watch: Harry Brook smashes Dunith Wellalage for 30-run over in ENG vs SL 1st T20I

ENG vs SL Match Details – 2nd T20I 

• Match: Afghanistan vs India, 2nd T20I 

• Date: 17 September, 2026

• Time: 11:00 PM IST

• Venue: Sophia Gardens, Cardiff

• Live Streaming: Sony LIV 

ENG vs SL Pitch Report - Sophia Gardens, Cardiff 

Sophia Gardens offers a balanced surface with assistance for seamers early on. Batters can score freely once set, especially square of the wicket.

• Win Batting First: 40%

• Win Bowling First: 60%

Average Scores

• Average 1st Innings: 147

• Average 2nd Innings: 127

ENG vs SL Weather Report – Cardiff Conditions 

ENG vs SL Recent Form

ENG vs SL Head-to-Head Record (Last 10 T20I)

ENG vs SL Injury News & Team Updates – 2nd T20I 

ENG: All players are fit and available for the match

SL: Fully fit squad

ENG vs SL Win Probability – 2nd T20I 

ENG vs SL Key Player Battles to Watch 

ENG vs SL Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If SL Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 40–45

• Predicted Total: 145-150

• Match Result: ENG to win

Read also: How to watch England vs Sri Lanka live: Match time, TV channel, streaming and full schedule

Scenario 2: If ENG Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 50–60

• Predicted Total: 170–185

• Match Result: ENG to win

ENG vs SL Toss Prediction – 2nd T20I 

The captain who wins the toss would want to bowl first. The surface at Cardiff is the most balanced surface. Therefore, the captain winning the toss is expected to choose to bowl first. 

Prediction: ENG to win the toss and elect to bowl first 

ENG vs SL Probable Playing

England (ENG)

Aneurin Donald, Jos Buttler (WK), Jordan Cox, Harry Brook, Tom Banton, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson, Adil Rashid, Josh Tongue, Sonny Baker.

Sri Lanka (SL)

Kamil Mishara (WK), Pathum Nissanka, Lahiru Udara, Charith Asalanka (C), Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Dushmantha Chameera, Dilshan Madhushanka/Nuwan Thushara, Eshan Malinga.

ENG vs SL 2nd T20I Player of the Match Prediction

• Jos Buttler 

• Harry Brook 

• Dunith Wellalage 

Who Will Win ENG vs SL Today? — Expert Prediction 2nd T20I 

According to our ENG vs SL who will win today, England are the favourites to win the 2nd T20I expert predictions. The likes of Aneurin Donald, Jos Buttler and Harry Brook will be key players to watch out for.

ENG vs SL, who will win today: England to win 

ENG vs SL Match Result  – 2nd T20I Results 

(To be updated after the match - 17 September, 2026)