The Sri Lanka vs England 2nd T20I at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium is a crucial encounter as the hosts look to bounce back after England took a 1–0 lead in the rain-affected series opener, which was decided by the DLS method. Sri Lanka’s batting struggled in the first game, and captain Dasun Shanaka will expect a stronger performance from key players like Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis and Wanindu Hasaranga to keep the series alive.
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SL vs ENG Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update - England Tour of Sri Lanka 2026, 2nd T20I
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The Sri Lanka vs England match preview suggests that the visitors will be high on confidence after disciplined bowling led by Adil Rashid, who is among the best T20 bowlers. The Pallekele pitch is generally balanced, offering decent pace before assisting spinners as the match progresses, while the threat of rain for this clash makes the toss an important factor, as chasing could be preferred.
As per the SL vs ENG Dream11 team prediction, Phil Salt and Sam Curran are the ideal candidates for captaincy, as Salt scored 46 runs in the last game while Curran picked up three wickets and can also contribute fantasy points with the bat.
Sri Lanka vs England Match Details
| Series | England Tour of Sri Lanka 2026 |
|---|---|
| Match | Sri Lanka vs England, 2nd T20I |
| Toss | To be updated |
| Venue | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium |
| City | Pallekele |
| Match Start Time | 7:00 PM IST, 1st February 2026 |
| Scorecard | Sri Lanka vs England 2nd T20I Scorecard |
| Live Streaming | FanCode |
SL vs ENG Dream11 Team Today Stats
| Player | Team | Player’s Stats (Last Match) |
|---|---|---|
| Phil Salt | England | 46 Runs |
| Adil Rashid | England | 3 Wickets |
| Kusal Mendis | Sri Lanka | 37 Runs |
| Eshan Malinga | Sri Lanka | 2 Wickets |
SL vs ENG Toss Prediction
Given the chances of rain interruptions in Pallekele, Sri Lanka skipper Dasun Shanaka is expected to opt for bowling if he wins the toss in this SL vs ENG Dream11 prediction today match. With weather playing a key role, teams generally prefer to chase, as the DLS method often comes into play and can provide an advantage to the side batting second.
Record of Chasing Teams at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium
| Chasing Record | Winning % |
|---|---|
| Average | 44% |
SL vs ENG Playing 11 (Probable)
| Sri Lanka Playing XI | England Playing XI |
|---|---|
| Kamil Mishara | Phil Salt |
| Pathum Nissanka | Jos Buttler(wk) |
| Kusal Mendis (wk) | Jacob Bethell |
| Charith Asalanka | Tom Banton |
| Dhananjaya de Silva | Harry Brook (C) |
| Janith Liyanage | Sam Curran |
| Dasun Shanaka (C) | Will Jacks |
| Wanindu Hasaranga | Jamie Overton |
| Maheesh Theekshana | Liam Dawson |
| Matheesha Pathirana | Jofra Archer |
| Eshan Malinga | Adil Rashid |
SL vs ENG Top Run Scorers and Leading Wicket Takers
| Highest Run Scorer | Phil Salt and Kusal Mendis |
|---|---|
| Highest Wicket Takers | Adil Rashid and Eshan Malinga |
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SL vs ENG Captain and Vice Captain Choices
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| Captain | Phil Salt and Sam Curran |
|---|---|
| Vice-Captain | Jos Buttler and Pathum Nissanka |
Top Picks for SL vs ENG Dream11 Prediction
| Player | Team | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Adil Rashid | England | Bowler |
| Kusal Mendis | Sri Lanka | Batsman |
Budget Picks for SL vs ENG Dream11 Prediction
| Player | Team | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Wanindu Hasaranga | Sri Lanka | All-Rounder |
| Jofra Archer | England | Bowler |
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Best Team for Dream11 Today's Match
- Keepers: J Buttler, K Mendis, P Salt(c)
- Batters: P Nissanka(vc)
- All-rounders: D de Silva, S Curran, W Hasaranga
- Bowlers: J Archer, A Rashid, M Theekshana
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Best Dream11 Team Today
- Keepers: J Buttler(vc), P Salt
- Batters: C Asalanka, T Banton
- All-rounders: D de Silva, S Curran(c), W Hasaranga, D Shanaka, L Dawson
- Bowlers: A Rashid, M Pathirana
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Note: Sportsdunia has prepared a fantasy team for SL vs ENG based on their experience in fantasy cricket.
SL vs ENG Dream11 Prediction Today (2nd T20I) England Tour of Sri Lanka 2026 Players to Avoid
| Player | Dream11 Credits |
|---|---|
| Will Jacks | 8.5 |
| Kusal Perera | 8.0 |
SL vs ENG Weather & Pitch Report at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium
| Temperature | 21°C |
|---|---|
| Weather Forecast | Light Rain and Cloudy |
| Pitch Behaviour | Balanced |
| Best Suited To | Batters & Spinners |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 166 runs |
SL vs ENG H2H Record
| Team | Matches Won |
|---|---|
| England (ENG) | 11 |
| 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win the 2nd T20I of the England Tour of Sri Lanka 2026?
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England is expected to win the 2nd T20I of the series.
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