The 3rd T20I of the Sri Lanka tour of England 2026 will be played at Manchester on September 19, 2026. England have won their last five matches against Sri Lanka, including the first two T20Is of this series. Sri Lanka will aim to bounce back in the third T20I, while England will look to continue their winning run.
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ENG vs SL Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update - Sri Lanka Tour of England 2026, 3rd T20I

For the ENG vs SL Dream11 prediction today match, Harry Brook and Jofra Archer can be important fantasy options for England, while Pathum Nissanka and Dushmantha Chameera will be key players for Sri Lanka. On this note, let's look at the match details and other important updates for the ENG vs SL Dream11 team prediction.
England vs Sri Lanka Match Details
| Tournament | Sri Lanka tour of England 2026 |
|---|---|
| Match | England vs Sri Lanka, 3rd T20I |
| Toss | To Be Updated |
| Venue | Emirates Old Trafford |
| City | Manchester |
| Match Start Time | 7:00 PM IST, September 19, 2026 |
| Live Streaming | Sony LIV |
| Scorecard | ENG vs SL 3rd T20I Scorecard |
ENG vs SL Dream11 Team Today Stats
| Player | Team | Recent Stats |
|---|---|---|
| Tom Banton | England | 52 Runs |
| Pathum Nissanka | Sri Lanka | 37 Runs |
| Liam Dawson | England | 3 Wickets |
| Jofra Archer | England | 2 Wickets |
ENG vs SL Toss Prediction
Based on the toss result in their last match, England captain Harry Brook is expected to win the toss and opt to field first. England have won both matches in the series so far, while Sri Lanka will look to put up a competitive total if they are asked to bat first.
Record of Chasing Teams at Manchester
Manchester has one of the most iconic cricket stadiums in England and can provide a decent contest between bat and ball. Batters can score runs once they settle at the crease, while bowlers can make an impact with disciplined bowling. The available match statistics show that teams batting second have won more matches at the venue.
| Chasing Record | Winning % |
|---|---|
| Good | 61.11% |
ENG vs SL Playing 11 (Probable)
| England Playing XI | Sri Lanka Playing XI |
|---|---|
| Jos Buttler (WK) | Pathum Nissanka |
| Aneurin Donald | Lahiru Udara |
| Harry Brook (C) | Kamil Mishara (WK) |
| Tom Banton | Charith Asalanka (C) |
| Jordan Cox | Kamindu Mendis |
| Will Jacks | Dasun Shanaka |
| Jamie Overton | Wanindu Hasaranga |
| Liam Dawson | Tharindu Ratnayake |
| Jofra Archer | Dushmantha Chameera |
| Adil Rashid | Eshan Malinga |
| Sonny Baker | Dilshan Madushanka |
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ENG vs SL Top Run Scorers & Leading Wicket Takers
| Top Run Scorers | Harry Brook and Jos Buttler |
|---|---|
| Leading Wicket Takers | Liam Dawson and Sonny Baker |
ENG vs SL Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
| Captain | Harry Brook and Pathum Nissanka |
|---|---|
| Vice-Captain | Jofra Archer and Wanindu Hasaranga |
Top Picks for ENG vs SL Dream11 Prediction
| Player | Team | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Harry Brook | England | Batter |
| Jofra Archer | England | Bowler |
Budget Picks for ENG vs SL Dream11 Prediction
| Player | Team | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Sonny Baker | England | Bowler |
| Charith Asalanka | Sri Lanka | Batter |
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Best Team for Dream11 Today's Match
- Keeper: Jos Buttler
- Batters: Harry Brook (C), Charith Asalanka, Pathum Nissanka, Tom Banton
- All-rounders: Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson, Wanindu Hasaranga
- Bowlers: Jofra Archer (VC), E Malinga, Sonny Baker

Best Dream11 Team Today
- Keeper: Jos Buttler
- Batters: Harry Brook, Pathum Nissanka (C), Tom Banton
- All-rounders: Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson, Wanindu Hasaranga (VC), Will Jacks
- Bowlers: D Chameera, E Malinga, Sonny Baker

Note: Sportsdunia has prepared a fantasy team for the ENG vs SL match based on their experience in fantasy cricket.
ENG vs SL Dream11 Prediction Today (3rd T20I) Players to Avoid
Considering the recent performances and limited contributions in the previous match, Dasun Shanaka and Tharindu Ratnayake may not contribute many fantasy points in this match and can be avoided in small leagues. Shanaka scored only 4 runs in the previous match, while Ratnayake scored 4 runs and took a wicket.
| Player | Dream11 Credits |
|---|---|
| Dasun Shanaka | 8.5 Cr |
| Tharindu Ratnayake | 7.5 Cr |
ENG vs SL Weather & Pitch Report at Manchester
The Old Trafford pitch report suggests that Manchester will provide a good contest between bat and ball. Batters can score runs once they settle at the crease, while pace bowlers can get early assistance from the conditions. The weather and pitch conditions can also influence the match, especially during the evening.
| Temperature | 15°C |
|---|---|
| Weather Forecast | Cloudy |
| Pitch Behaviour | Batting-friendly |
| Best Suited To | Batting and Pace |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 162 |
ENG vs SL H2H Records
England and Sri Lanka have faced each other in 19 T20 matches. England have won 15 matches, while Sri Lanka have won 4 matches. Therefore, the current ENG vs SL H2H record is 15-4 in favour of England.
| Team | Matches Won |
|---|---|
| England (ENG) | 15 |
| Sri Lanka (SL) | 4 |
| No Result | 0 |
Disclaimer: This team is based on the analysis, calculated odds, and past experience of the author. While selecting your team, consider the analysis only as supporting data while making your own decision. Sportsdunia does not work with insider news and will not be responsible for any monetary loss to the users following the analysis.
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