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

Sri Lanka will face England in the 3rd ODI of the Triangular series in Pakistan on October 22 at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi. England’s campaign in the ongoing tri-nation series began on a disappointing note, with an 87-run defeat to Pakistan in their opening game.

Similarly, Sri Lanka also lost their opening match to Pakistan by 37 runs, failing to chase down the target of 305. They will be eager to bounce back in this match.

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SL vs ENG Match Details – 3rd ODI 

• Match: Sri Lanka vs England, 3rd ODI 

• Date: 22nd October, 2026

• Time: 1:30 PM IST

• Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi 

• Live Streaming: YouTube 

SL vs ENG Pitch Report - Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi 

Rawalpindi Cricket Ground is known for its betting-friendly surface, offering excellent conditions for batters. The pitch provides good pace and bounce, making it easy for batsmen to score aggressively.

• Win Batting First: 40%

• Win Bowling First: 60%

Average Scores

• Average 1st Innings: 268

• Average 2nd Innings: 238

SL vs ENG Weather Report – Rawalpindi Conditions 

SL vs ENG Recent Form

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

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

SL: All players are fit and available for the match

ENG: Fully fit squad available for this match 

SL vs ENG Win Probability – 3rd ODI 

SL vs ENG Key Player Battles to Watch 

SL vs ENG Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If SL Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 45–50

• Predicted Total: 265- 270

• Match Result: ENG to win

See also: How to watch England vs Sri Lanka ODI tri-series 2026 live in India: Date, timings, venue and live streaming

Scenario 2: If ENG Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 45–55

• Predicted Total: 280–305

• Match Result: ENG to win

SL vs ENG Toss Prediction – 3rd ODI 

Both previous matches in this series were won by the team defending the target. Therefore, the toss-winning captain opted to bat first here.

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

SL vs ENG Probable Playing 

Sri Lanka (SL)

Kamindu Mendis, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis (C, WK), Pavan Rathnayake, Dunith Wellalage, Janith Liyanage, Dasun Shanaka, Sachindu Colombage, Eshan Malinga, Asitha Fernando, Dilshan Madushanka.

England (ENG)

Tom Banton, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Harry Brook (C), Jordan Cox (WK), Will Jacks, Sam Curran, Jamie Overton, Gus Atkinson, Adil Rashid, Sonny Baker.

SL vs ENG 3rd ODI Player of the Match Prediction

• Kamindu Mendis 

• Tom Banton 

• Will Jacks 

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

According to our PAK vs ENG who will win today, England are the favourites to win the 3rd ODI expert predictions. The likes of Joe Root, Harry Brook and Will Jacks will be key players to watch out for.

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

SL vs ENG Match Result  – 3rd ODI Results 

(To be updated after the match - October 22, 2026)