SL vs ENG, 2nd T20I, Cricket Tips: The first T20I between Sri Lanka and England saw rain, and the game was reduced. Sri Lanka had to bat first, and they were bowled out for just 133 runs. England chased it down and recorded an 11-run win. With a 1-0 lead, England will take on Sri Lanka in the second game.
This contest will be held at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on Sunday at 7 PM IST. Sam Curran recorded the second hat trick for England in T20Is, and they batted well in those conditions. Sri Lanka did struggle with the bat and need a better batting performance to put up a challenge against England.
SL vs ENG: Match Details
Date: February 01, 2026 (Sunday)
Time: 7 PM IST
Venue: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium
SL vs ENG: Live Streaming Details
The live action of the second T20I will be on Sony Sports Networks. Fans can either switch to the Sony LIV app or website to watch the live stream.
SL vs ENG: Head-to-Head in T20I
Total Matches: 15
Sri Lanka: 04
England: 11
No-result/Tied: 0
SL vs ENG: Ground Pitch Report
The wicket has been on the slower side, and after consistent rain, it has slowed down even more. Adding to that, there is a prediction of rain on Sunday as well, which will make it tough for batting. Hence, whoever bowls first, it will be an advantage.
SL vs ENG: Possible XIs
Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Kamil Mishara, Dhananjaya de Silva, Dasun Shanaka (c), Charith Asalanka, Janith Liyanage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Eshan Malinga
England: Philip Salt, Jos Buttler (wk), Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook (c), Tom Banton, Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid
SL vs ENG: Player to Watch Out For
Probable Best Batter
Kusal Mendis played a good hand in the first game, and he has been in good form on this tour. Phil Salt is a dangerous batter at the top, and his batting style puts pressure on the opposition.
Probable Best Bowler
Adil Rashid is a very tough bowler in these conditions, and his ability to spin the ball both ways makes him hard to play off. For Sri Lanka, Matthesha Pathirana bowled a brilliant spell in the first game, and in death overs, he can be excellent.
Today Match Prediction: England's batting strength and having so many power hitters are the reasons that we predict them to win this game.
Disclaimer: The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
