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The T20I series will continue on 17th September, with England will facing Sri Lanka in the second T20I at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff at 11:00 PM IST.
Get the best ENG vs SL Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 2nd T20I match of the Sri Lanka Tour of England 2026. Expert analysis and more.
Hot Picks for ENG vs SL Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Picks:
Jos Buttler – Buttler produced a powerful opening contribution for England, smashing 80 runs from 44 balls, with eight fours and three sixes. His aggressive knock formed the foundation of England’s huge 254/4 total. |
Harry Brook – Captain Brook delivered the defining performance of the night, remaining unbeaten on 114 off 49 deliveries. His innings contained 10 fours and six sixes, and he reached his century from just 42 balls before earning Player of the Match honours. |
Top Picks:
Pathum Nissanka – Sri Lanka’s opener made 12 from 11 balls, including one six, before falling to Will Jacks in the fourth over. He will look to make a stronger contribution when the series moves to Cardiff. |
Dasun Shanaka – Shanaka’s contribution came primarily with the ball in the opening match, where he bowled 3 overs for 42 runs without taking a wicket. He also took the catch that dismissed England debutant Aneurin Donald. |
Budget Picks:
Josh Tongue – Tongue supplied England with an effective pace spell, finishing with 1 wicket for 25 runs from four overs. His economy rate of 6.25 made his contribution particularly useful during Sri Lanka’s chase. |
Dushmantha Chameera – Chameera claimed England’s third wicket by dismissing Tom Banton and completed his four-over spell with 1/53. Despite the expensive spell, he became one of Sri Lanka’s wicket-takers in England’s imposing 254/4. |
ENG vs SL Sri Lanka Tour of England 2026 Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
Captain | Jos Buttler & Harry Brook |
Vice-Captain | Pathum Nissanka & Dasun Shanaka |
ENG vs SL Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keeper – Jos Buttler
- Batters – Harry Brook ©, Pathum Nissanka
- All-rounders – Dasun Shanaka (VC), Liam Dawson, Jamie Overton, Wanindu Hasaranga, Will Jacks
- Bowlers – Dunith Wellalage, Sonny Baker, Eshan Malinga
ENG vs SL Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keeper – Jos Buttler ©
- Batters – Harry Brook, Pathum Nissanka (VC)
- All-rounders – Dasun Shanaka, Jamie Overton, Wanindu Hasaranga, Will Jacks
- Bowlers – Dushmantha Chameera, Josh Tongue, Dunith Wellalage, Sonny Baker
ENG vs SL Dream11 Prediction Today Match 2nd T20I Sri Lanka Tour of England 2026 Players to Avoid:
Players | Dream11 Credits | Dream11 Points (Last match) |
Nuwan Thushara | NA | NA |
James Coles | NA | NA |
ENG vs SL Dream11 Prediction Today Match 2nd T20I Sri Lanka Tour of England 2026 Expert Advice:
SL Captaincy Choice | Harry Brook |
GL Captaincy Choice | Jos Buttler |
Punt Picks | Josh Tongue and Dushmantha Chameera |
Dream11 Combination | 1-2-5-3 |
ENG vs SL Match Preview:
England will face Sri Lanka in the second T20I of the three-match series on September 17, 2026, at 11:00 PM IST at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff. England currently lead the series 1-0 after a commanding victory in Southampton, while Sri Lanka will aim to respond strongly and level the series before the final match in Manchester. Meanwhile, the Cardiff fixture will begin at 11:00 PM IST, with Cricbuzz confirming September 17 as the scheduled match date.
England set the tone in the first T20I with an outstanding batting performance, posting 254/4 in 20 overs before bowling Sri Lanka out for 135 in 19 overs to secure a 119-run victory. Harry Brook led the charge with an unbeaten 114 off 49 balls, hitting 10 fours and six sixes, while Jos Buttler added a powerful 80 off 44 balls with eight fours and three sixes. Will Jacks also contributed 21 from 12 deliveries. England then maintained control with the ball as Sonny Baker claimed 3/12, while Liam Dawson and Jamie Overton took two wickets each. For Sri Lanka, Dunith Wellalage top-scored with 33 off 21, followed by Dasun Shanaka’s 24 off 14.
The opening match also showed a clear difference in scoring momentum, as England maintained 12.70 runs per over compared with Sri Lanka’s 7.11. Brook’s unbeaten century came at a remarkable strike rate of 232.65, while Buttler gave England an aggressive start and the middle order continued the pressure. Sri Lanka now need Pathum Nissanka and Kamil Mishara to provide a stronger opening partnership and require greater support for Wellalage. At the same time, their bowlers must find a way to restrict England’s aggressive top order earlier in the innings. England, meanwhile, can rely on their all-round depth through Jacks, Overton and Dawson, while Baker’s impressive debut gives their bowling attack further confidence.
ENG vs SL Head-to-Head Record:
Teams | Matches Won |
England | 12 |
Sri Lanka | 5 |
ENG vs SL Weather & Pitch Report:
Temperature | 27°C |
Weather Forecast | Cloudy |
Pitch Behaviour | Balanced |
Best Suited To | Pace |
Average 1st innings score | 153 |
Record of chasing teams:
Records | Good |
Winning % | 60% |
ENG vs SL Playing 11s (Predicted):
England Playing 11:
1) Jos Buttler (wk)
2) Aneurin Donald
3) Harry Brook ©
4) Tom Banton
5) Will Jacks
6) Jordan Cox
7) Jamie Overton
8) Liam Dawson
9) Josh Tongue
10) Sonny Baker
11) Adil Rashid
Sri Lanka Playing 11:
1) Pathum Nissanka
2) Kamil Mishara (wk)
3) Lahiru Udara
4) Charith Asalanka ©
5) Dasun Shanaka
6) Kamindu Mendis
7) Wanindu Hasaranga
8) Dunith Wellalage
9) Maheesh Theekshana
10) Dushmantha Chameera
11) Eshan Malinga
ENG vs SL Match Winner Prediction:
Looking at the current performance, England is expected to win this match.
