Sri Lanka (SL) to take England (ENG) in the 3rd T20 and last match of the series at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele tomorrow 03 feb 2026. England have clinched the series and look stronger to win this match sweep Lanka in this match, also England have unbeaten in their last 5 series. Meanwhile Sri Lanka need to come back stronger in this series and mark their first victory in this series. Let’s Break down with expert analysis, betting tips, team performance, pitch report, and our SL vs ENG 3rd T20 Match Prediction. Who will win today’s match?
Team Performance
Sri Lanka: Team Preview & Performance
Sri Lanka (SL) really struggled in this series. They lost the 1st T20 match, and then the second one too – this time via a DLS-adjusted target. The Lankans did put up a competitive 189/5 though. Batting was better in the second T20, but their bowling and finishing are still way behind England’s depth. Pathum Nissanka and Kamindu Mendis put real pressure on England’s attack, and Kusal Mendis plus Wanindu Hasaranga hit some quick-fire runs at the end. They really need to step up their bowling attack in the third T20 and grab their first win of the series.
England: Team Preview & Performance
The England (ENG) are leading with 2-0 in the series after winning first two matches, England have won both the matches by easy chase. In the last match DLS adjusted target winning by 6 wickets while chasing, Tom Banton scored 54* was top batter and awarded the player of the match alongside skipper Harry Brook scored quick fire runs with Sam curran supporting finished the match by taking the victory in their name, also Contribution of Spinners Adil Rashid and Liam Dawson have taken key wickets to clinched the series. Over all this squad remains the same for upcoming T20 world cup 2026 it is well balanced with both bat and ball. They Look to sweep the sri lanka with 3-0 in this series.
Sri Lanka vs England • 3rd T20 • 2026
Match: SL vs ENG | 3rd T20 Match
Series: England tour of Sri Lanka 2026
Date: 03/02/2026
Time: 7:00 PM LOCAL | 1:30 PM GMT | 7:00 PM IST
Venue: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele
Streaming: Fan Code & Sony Sports Network
SL vs ENG – Probable Playing XI (2nd T20 Match 2026)
Sri Lanka Probable XI:
Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara (WK), Kusal Mendis, Charith Asalanka (C), Dhananjaya de Silva, Janith Liyanage, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Matheesha Pathirana, Eshan Malinga
England Probable XI:
Phil Salt, Jos Buttler (WK), Will Jacks, Harry Brook (C), Tom Banton, Sam Curran, Jamie Overton, Jacob Bethell, Liam Dawson, Adil Rashid, Josh Tongue / Luke Wood
SL vs ENG — T20 Head-to-Head Records
Total matches played: 15
Sri Lanka won: 4
England won: 11
Tie / No Result: 0
First-Ever T20 Match
Date: June 15, 2006
Venue: The Rose Bowl, Southampton
Result: Sri Lanka won by 2 runs
Most Recent T20 Match
Date: February 1, 2026
Venue: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy
Result: England won by 6 wickets (DLS method)
Player of the Match: Tom Banton (54* off 33 balls)
Pitch Condition and Toss Factor:
The pitch at Pallekele should play similar to the second match – good for batting early on with nice bounce, then spinners will get some help as the game progresses. Dew will be a big factor again with the 7 PM start, so the team winning the toss will likely bowl first. Chasing should be easier because the wet ball makes it tough for bowlers in the second innings. A score around 165-170 is decent here, but anything close to 180 could be a winning total.
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SL vs ENG Today’s Match Weather Condition:
- Temperature: 19.5 °C
- Humidity: 99%
- Rain: 100% Rain of chance
- Wind direction: From the East
- Wind speed: 6.1KPH
Today match Prediction: Looking at the pitch and rain factor, Team chasing are favourites to win today’s SL vs ENG 3rd T20 Match 2026.
Sri Lanka vs England — 3rd T20 Match Prediction
Scenario 1
Match toss prediction: Sri Lanka to win the toss and opt to bowl first
England score: 175–185
Who will win today’s match: Sri Lanka to win today’s 3rd T20 Match 2026
Scenario 2
Match toss prediction: England to win the toss and opt to bowl first
Sri Lanka score: 170–180
Who will win today’s match: Sri Lanka to win today’s 3rd T20 Match 2026
Today Match Winning Percentage
Today’s T20 Betting Tips for SL vs ENG 3rd T20 Match 2026
- Who will win the toss Today: SL to win the toss and elect to Bat first.
- Top Batter Performance: Harry Brook
- Top Bowler Performance: Wanindu Hasaranga
- Today’s T20 betting tips: Team chasing are safe bet to play today’s SL vs ENG 3rd T20 match 2026.




