Match Preview – Sri Lanka vs England( SL vs ENG ), Dream11 Prediction, 3rd T20I Match. Who Will Win, On February 03, 2026

Match Details:

• Match: Sri Lanka vs England( SL vs ENG ), 3rd T20I Match, England tour of Sri Lanka, 2026
• Date and Time: February 03,  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 3rd T20I match during the England tour of Sri Lanka, 2026. This match is scheduled to take place at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday, February 03.

Sri Lanka showed a lot more intent in the second T20I, playing with greater freedom, but their DLS-adjusted target of 168 from 17 overs still wasn’t enough as England cruised home with ease. Despite the defeat, there were encouraging signs for the hosts, and they’ll be keen to build on those positives and sign off the series with a win in the final game.

At the top, Sri Lanka will once again look to Pathum Nissanka and Kamil Mishara to provide a brisk start. Nissanka, in particular, has looked fluent, striking at 136, and his form will be crucial early on. In the middle order, Kusal Mendis remains the key figure after being their standout batter so far, scoring 69 runs in two outings at an impressive strike rate of 183. Charith Asalanka offers support, while Pavan Rathnayake’s explosive 40 off 22 balls in the last match showed the impact he can have alongside Mendis.

With the ball, Matheesha Pathirana is expected to lead the attack with the new ball and hunt for early breakthroughs. Dasun Shanaka and Eshan Malinga have played their roles well, sharing four wickets while keeping things relatively tight. However, Sri Lanka will be desperate for Wanindu Hasaranga to rediscover his rhythm, as the lead spinner’s struggles have been one of their biggest concerns this series.

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England, meanwhile, wrapped up the series with a commanding performance in the second T20I, chasing down the revised target with two balls to spare. They’ve been clinical in both matches and will be aiming for a clean 3–0 sweep.

Their batting lineup has looked relentless from top to bottom. Philip Salt and Jos Buttler go hard from the outset, setting the tone in the powerplay, while Tom Banton and Harry Brook keep the pressure on through the middle overs. Banton has scored 83 runs across the two games at a strike rate of 173, with Brook not far behind on 52 runs at 174. That sustained aggression has been the driving force behind England’s dominance.

Further down the order, Sam Curran and Will Jacks provide the finishing punch when needed. With the ball, England have been equally impressive. Adil Rashid has been outstanding, conceding under six an over while picking up five wickets, and Liam Dawson has backed him up with tight, disciplined spells. Both spinners are likely to pose similar problems again.

England may also rotate their pace options, with Josh Tongue or Luke Wood potentially coming in for Jamie Overton or Jofra Archer, giving them a chance to get some game time ahead of the next assignment.

SL vs ENG Possible Playing XI:

Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis(w), Dhananjaya de Silva, Charith Asalanka, Janith Liyanage, Dasun Shanaka(c), Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, 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 Toss Prediction:

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

SL vs ENG Pitch Report:

Weather conditions at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele on February 3 around 7:00 PM local time are expected to be favorable for cricket. The temperature will be around 27–30°C, offering a warm but comfortable evening for players and spectators. Skies are likely to be partly cloudy, with little to no chance of rain during match hours. Light winds and moderate humidity will make playing conditions pleasant, ensuring minimal disruption. Overall, it looks like a great evening for an exciting T20 encounter.

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:

The pitch provides good batting conditions early, with predictable bounce.

Spin could play a crucial role in the middle overs, especially in controlling the run flow.

Powerplay performance will be vital for setting or chasing a competitive total.

The surface may slow slightly in the second innings, making timing important for the batsmen.

Teams that rotate strike well and target the weaker bowlers should have an edge.

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.