Match Preview – Sri Lanka vs England( SL vs ENG ), Dream11 Prediction, 2nd T20I Match. Who Will Win, On February 01, 2026

Match Details:

• Match: Sri Lanka vs England( SL vs ENG ), 2nd T20I Match, England tour of Sri Lanka, 2026
• Date and Time: February 01,  01:30 pm GMT / 07:30 pm BD / 07:00 pm local time
• Venue: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele

SL vs ENG Tips & Match Prediction:

Who will win the toss? – Sri Lanka

Who will win the match? – England

Sri Lanka vs England Preview:

Sri Lanka( SL ) is set to face England( ENG ) in their 2nd T20I match during the England tour of Sri Lanka, 2026. This match is scheduled to take place at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, February 01.

Sri Lanka were far from their best in the opening match, collapsing to just 133 in 16.2 overs despite a promising start from Kusal Mendis and Pathum Nissanka. Their bowlers also struggled to make an impact, failing to control the scoring on a tricky surface. The Lankan Lions will be hoping to bounce back on Sunday and put in a much stronger showing to keep the series alive.

England, meanwhile, couldn’t have asked for a better start to the three-match series. Sam Curran and Adil Rashid led the way with the ball, picking up three wickets each and keeping the hosts to a below-par total. In the chase, Phil Salt took full advantage of the powerplay, ensuring the Three Lions stayed firmly in control before rain brought proceedings to a halt.

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SL vs ENG Possible Playing XI:

Sri Lanka: Dasun Shanaka (capt.), Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera, Charith Asalanka, Janith Liyanage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Eshan Malinga.

England: Philip Salt, Jos Buttler(w), Jacob Bethell, Tom Banton, Harry Brook(c), Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid.

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SL vs ENG Head-To-Head Records:

SL vs ENG Toss Prediction:

We’re hoping the team wins the toss and chooses to bowl first.

SL vs ENG Pitch Report:

The pitch at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Sri Lanka generally offers a balanced contest between bat and ball, making it a competitive surface in limited‑overs cricket. Early on, the fresh wicket can assist fast bowlers with some movement and bounce, testing batters who haven’t settled yet. As the match progresses, the surface tends to flatten out and become more batting‑friendly, allowing stroke play to flourish during the middle overs. Spinners also come into the game later, especially once the ball softens and grips, making them useful in controlling the scoring rate or picking up key breakthroughs. Overall, it’s a track where both disciplines can thrive, but batters who build an innings tend to be rewarded with the opportunity to put up big scores.

SL vs ENG Weather Report:

The weather at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium around 7:00 PM local time on February 1 is expected to be warm and slightly humid, typical of central Sri Lanka. Temperatures should hover around 30–32°C, with partly cloudy skies during the evening. There is a small chance of brief showers, as light evening rain is not uncommon in this region, but any interruption is likely to be short-lived. Overall, conditions should be largely suitable for cricket, though teams may need to keep an eye on the weather for passing showers.

Expected Scores:

1st Innings Expected Score: 160–175 runs

2nd Innings Expected Score: 155–170 runs

Key Notes:

Pitch Nature: Balanced surface, initially helps pacers with bounce and movement, flattens out for batters later.

Powerplay Impact: Teams scoring 50+ in the first six overs will set the tone for a strong innings.

Middle Overs: Spinners and bowlers with variations can control the scoring rate once the pitch slows slightly.

Dew Factor: Minimal dew expected in early evening, so toss advantage may favor bowlers slightly.

Batting-Friendly Later: Batters who settle in can accelerate in the final overs due to true bounce.

Winning Score: Chasing 165–170 is competitive; anything above 170 is a strong total.

Toss Factor: Toss-winning teams may prefer bowling first to exploit early movement.

Sri Lanka vs England Full Squad:

Sri Lanka: Dasun Shanaka (c), Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis, Dhananjaya de Silva, Charith Asalanka, Janith Liyanage, Kamindu Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushan Hemantha, Traveen Mathew, Dushmantha Chameera, Matheesha Pathirana and Eshan Malinga.

England: Harry Brook (c), Tom Banton (wk), Jos Buttler (wk), Ben Duckett, Phil Salt (wk), Jacob Bethell, Brydon Carse, Sam Curran, Liam Dawson, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Rehan Ahmed, Adil Rashid, Josh Tongue, Luke Wood.