After a 3-0 Test series win against Pakistan, England return to some white-ball action. They will wrap up their home season with a limited-overs series against Sri Lanka in September 2026.
So here’s all you need to know about the England vs Sri Lanka series 2026.
When does the England vs Sri Lanka series 2026 start?
The white-ball series starts on September 15, 2026, with the first T20I in Southampton at 6:30 PM local time (11:00 PM IST).
Sri Lanka will also play two warm-up T20 fixtures against England Lions on September 11 and 13.
How many matches are part of the series?
England and Sri Lanka will play six white-ball games. Three of those matches are T20Is and the other three are ODIs.
The ODIs will help both teams find their right combination for next year’s Cricket World Cup.
Which venues will host the series?
Six different venues across England and Wales will host the series. Southampton, Cardiff and Manchester will host the T20Is, while Chester-le-Street, Leeds and The Oval will stage the ODIs.
Chelmsford and Beckenham, meanwhile, will host the two warm-up games.
Here are the venues:
- County Ground, Chelmsford
- Headingley, Leeds
- Kennington Oval, London
- Kent County Cricket Ground, Beckenham
- Old Trafford, Manchester
- Riverside Ground, Chester-le-Street
- Sophia Gardens, Cardiff
- The Rose Bowl, Southampton
What’s the complete schedule for the England vs Sri Lanka series 2026?
After the first T20I in Southampton, both teams will travel to Cardiff for the second T20I on September 17. Manchester will host the third T20I game on September 19.
The ODI leg starts on September 22 in Chester-le-Street. Leeds will host the second one-dayer on September 24. The Oval will wrap up the series with the third ODI on September 27.
Sri Lanka Tour of England 2026: ODI & T20I Series Schedule
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (Local/IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 11, 2026 | ENG vs SL, Warm-up T20 | Chelmsford | 2:30 PM/7:00 PM |
| Sep 13, 2026 | ENG vs SL, Warm-up T20 | Beckenham | 2:30 PM/7:00 PM |
| Sep 15, 2026 | ENG vs SL, 1st T20I | Southampton | 6:30 PM/11:00 PM |
| Sep 17, 2026 | ENG vs SL, 2nd T20I | Cardiff | 6:30 PM/11:00 PM |
| Sep 19, 2026 | ENG vs SL, 3rd T20I | Manchester | 11:00 AM/3:30 PM |
| Sep 22, 2026 | ENG vs SL, 1st ODI | Chester-le-Street | 12:30 PM/5:00 PM |
| Sep 24, 2026 | ENG vs SL, 2nd ODI | Leeds | 12:30 PM/5:00 PM |
| Sep 27, 2026 | ENG vs SL, 3rd ODI | The Oval | 10:30 AM/3:00 PM |
What are the squads?
Sri Lanka were the first to reveal their touring party. Charith Asalanka has returned to the T20I side and the leadership group after being dropped earlier this year.
And Asalanka will even step in as the skipper in the absence of Kusal Mendis in T20Is. Mendis, however, might captain the ODI side if he recovers in time; otherwise, Asalanka will carry the duty there as well.
The ODI side also sees the return of Dasun Shanaka, who is in good form right now. Meanwhile, Sachindu Colombage is in line for a debut.
Sri Lanka T20I Squad vs England:
Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Lahiru Udara, Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka (c), Janith Liyanage, Dasun Shanaka, Dunith Wellalage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Tharindu Rathnayake, Dushmantha Chameera, Eshan Malinga, Nuwan Thushara, Pavan Rathnayake, Dilshan Madushanka
Sri Lanka ODI Squad vs England:
Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka (vc), Kusal Mendis (c), Janith Liyanage, Pavan Rathnayake, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Sachindu Colombage, Dushmantha Chameera, Eshan Malinga, Asitha Fernando, Dilshan Madushanka
England have been hit by a couple of injuries. Jacob Bethell, Sam Curran and Phil Salt are out of the T20Is, while the latter two are also out of ODIs.
Harry Brook, meanwhile, leads both squads, with 12 players in both sides. Notably, Jamie Overton returns to both squads.
England have also handed call-ups to Aneurin Donald for T20Is and Henry Crocombe for ODIs.
England T20I Squad vs Sri Lanka:
Harry Brook (c), Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Sonny Baker, Tom Banton, Jos Buttler, James Coles, Jordan Cox, Liam Dawson, Aneurin Donald, Ben Duckett, Will Jacks, Saqib Mahmood, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Josh Tongue
England ODI Squad vs Sri Lanka:
Harry Brook (c), Rehan Ahmed, Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Tom Banton, Sonny Baker, Jos Buttler, Jordan Cox, Henry Crocombe, Liam Dawson, Ben Duckett, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Joe Root, Josh Tongue
Where to watch the England vs Sri Lanka series 2026?
England fans in the UK can watch the series live on Sky Sports. The streaming will also be available on NOW.
In India, Sony Sports will broadcast the games on TV, while Sony Liv will stream all matches. Sony Sports will telecast Sri Lanka’s England tour in Sri Lanka, along with Ten Sports.
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