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A high-octane showdown is about to take place as Sri Lanka take on England in the second matchND T20I at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele, No.1Yingshi February 2026 at 7:00 pm IST.
Get the best SL vs ENG Dream11 predictions, fantasy cricket tips, likely line-ups and match insights for the 2nd T20I Tour of Sri Lanka 2026 England. Expert analysis, etc.
SL vs ENG match preview:
England won the first T20I series at Palleke to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match T20I series. In that rain-shortened match, Sri Lanka scored a total of 133 runs in 16.2 overs, with Kusal Mendis (37) and Pathum Nissanka (23) getting off to a good start. However, England’s Adil Rashid (3/19) and Sam Curran (3/38) took crucial wickets to restrict the hosts. England, meanwhile, chased down a reduced target to reach 125/4 in 15 overs, with Phil Salt top-scoring with 46 and registering an 11-run victory under the DLS method.
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Therefore, England will go into the second T20I with confidence and aim to extend their lead in the series. Sri Lanka, on the other hand, will have to bounce back strongly in the next match to stay alive in the tournament.
So as the series continues, both teams will be looking to adjust their strategies and perform better in game two.
SL vs ENG head to head record:
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team |
win the game |
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Sri Lanka |
4 |
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England |
10 |
SL vs ENG weather and pitch report:
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temperature |
21℃ |
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weather forecast |
clear sky |
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pitching behavior |
batting friendly |
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most suitable |
Pace and Spin |
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Average score in first inning |
169 |
Chase team record:
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Record |
poor |
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Winning rate % |
34% |
SL vs ENG head to head 11 seconds (prediction):
Sri Lanka beat 11:
1) Pathon Nissanka
2) Camille Misala
3) Kusal Mendis (week)
4) Dhananjaya de Silva
5) Charice Asaranka
6) Janice Lyanach
7) Darsan Shanaka©
8) Wanindu Hasalanga
9) Mahesh Tikshana
10) Madisha Patilana
11) Eshan Malinga
England top 11:
1) Philip Salter
2) Jos Buttler (week)
3) Jacob Bethel
4) Tom Banton
5) Harry Brooke©
6) Sam Curran
7) Will Jacks
8) Jamie Overton
9) Liam Dawson
10) Jofra Archer
11) Adil Rashid
Top picks predictions and fantasy cricket tips for SL vs ENG Dream11:
Captain’s Picks:
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Jos Buttler – Representing England as a right-handed wicketkeeper-batsman, he contributed 17 runs in the last game while continuing to provide leadership and focus at the crease. |
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Phil Salt – England’s right-handed batsman, he played an active role in the last game with a flowing 46, applying early pressure with decisive bat selection. |
Top picks:
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Sam Curran – A left-arm batsman and left-arm medium-fast bowler, he has been influential for England and he led the bowling with an impressive wicket haul in the last game. |
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Wanindu Hasaranga – Representing Sri Lanka as a right-handed batsman and right-arm leg bowler, he scored 14 runs in the last game while delivering his usual all-round performance. |
Budget options:
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Matheesha Pathirana – Represents Sri Lanka as a right-arm fast bowler who adds quick pace, deceptive changes and a strong wicket threat, especially in the high-pressure phases. |
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Jacob Bethell – A left-hand batsman, he has strengthened England’s middle order, providing clinical, clean delivery and nimble runs to score at crucial stages of the innings. |
SL vs ENG England 2026 Sri Lanka Tour Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:
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team leader |
Jos Buttler and Phil Salt |
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Vice captain |
Harry Brooke and Wanindu Hasalanga |
SL vs ENG Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- The Guardians – Jos Buttler, Kusal Mendis, Philip Salt ©
- Batsmen – Tom Banton, Pathum Nissanka
- All-rounders- Dasun Shanaka, Jamie Overton, Sam Curran (VC), Wanindu Hasaranga
- Bowlers – Adil Rashid, Eshan Malinga
SL vs ENG Dream11 Prediction Group 2:
- The Guardian – Jos Buttler ©, Kusal Mendis, Philip Salt
- Batsmen – Pathum Nissanka, Jacob Bethell
- All-rounders – Dasun Shanaka, Jamie Overton, Sam Curran, Wanindu Hasaranga (VC)
- Bowlers – Adil Rashid, Matheesha Pathirana
SL vs ENG Dream11 Today Prediction Match 2nd T20I England Tour Sri Lanka 2026 Players to avoid:
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player |
Dream 11 Producers |
Dream11 points (last game) |
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Janice Lyanach |
7.0 credits |
That |
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will jacks |
8.0 credits |
That |
SL vs ENG Dream11 Today Prediction Match 2nd T20I England Tour Sri Lanka 2026 Expert Advice:
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SL captain selection |
Phil Salter |
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GL captain selection |
If the housekeeper |
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Punt Picks |
Mathisha Patilana and Jacob Besser |
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Dream 11 combination |
3-2-4-2 |
SL vs ENG match winner prediction:
Judging from the performance in the last game, the England team is expected to win this game.
