ENG vs SL Match Prediction — Who Will 3rd T20I? England vs Sri Lanka

England will face Sri Lanka in the third T20I of Sri Lanka's tour of England in 2026 on 19th September at the Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester. England produced another commanding performance in the second T20I, securing a convincing six-wicket victory to clinch the series.

In the second T20I, Sri Lanka batted first and scored a total of 145 runs in 20 overs. Pathum Nissanka was the top scorer for SL, reaching 37 runs at a strike rate of 176. In response, England chased the target in just 12.1 overs. Tom Banton was the standout for ENG, smashing 52 runs off only 24 balls.

See also: ENG vs SL Dream11 Prediction — 3rd T20I Best Team, Captain & Vice-Captain Picks

ENG vs SL Match Details – 3rd T20I 

• Match: England vs Sri Lanka, 3rd T20I 

• Date: 19 September, 2026

• Time: 7:00 PM IST

• Venue: Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester 

• Live Streaming: Sony LIV 

ENG vs SL Pitch Report - Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester 

The pitch at Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester, is a batting-friendly surface. Pacers have enjoyed success at this venue. The ground features a pitch with assistance for batters.

• Win Batting First: 20%

• Win Bowling First: 80%

Average Scores

• Average 1st Innings: 170

• Average 2nd Innings: 160

ENG vs SL Weather Report – Manchester Conditions 

ENG vs SL Recent Form

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

ENG vs SL Injury News & Team Updates – 3rd T20I 

ENG: All players are fit and available for the match

SL: Fully fit squad available for this match 

ENG vs SL Win Probability – 3rd 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

Scenario 2: If ENG Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 50–60

• Predicted Total: 180–210

• Match Result: ENG to win

ENG vs SL Toss Prediction – 3rd T20I 

The captain who wins the toss would want to bowl first because 80% of matches are won by the chasing team.

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, Jofra Archer, Sonny Baker.

Sri Lanka (SL)

Kamil Mishara (WK), Pathum Nissanka, Lahiru Udara, Charith Asalanka (C), Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Tharindu Ratnayake, Dushmantha Chameera, Dilshan Madhushanka, Eshan Malinga.

ENG vs SL 3rd T20I Player of the Match Prediction

• Jos Buttler 

• Harry Brook 

• Pathum Nissanka 

Who Will Win ENG vs SL Today? — Expert Prediction 3rd T20I 

According to our ENG vs SL who will win today, England are the favourites to win the 3rd T20I expert predictions. The likes of Aneurin Donald, Tom Banton and Liam Dawson will be key players to watch out for.

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

ENG vs SL Match Result  – 3rd T20I Results 

(To be updated after the match - 19 September, 2026)