The England vs Sri Lanka One Day International (ODI) series is set to take place from September 22 to 27, 2026, with matches scheduled in Chester-le-Street, Leeds, and London’s Kennington Oval. England, captained by Harry Brook, will be missing key players Jacob Bethell and Sam Curran due to injuries. This series comes on the heels of England’s recent 3-0 victory in a T20 series against The Lions and their successful 2-1 wins against Sri Lanka earlier this year and India at home.
England’s squad includes a mix of experienced and emerging players, with Harry Brook as captain. The team features Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Jos Buttler, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, and others. Sri Lanka’s squad is led by Kusal Mendis with Charith Asalanka as vice-captain. The team includes players like Dushmantha Chameera, Wanindu Hasaranga, and Pavan Rathnayake, who will be looking to challenge England in the five-match ODI series.
For fans looking to watch the series, several streaming platforms will carry the matches. In the UK, Sky Sports will broadcast the games, while US viewers can tune in via Willow TV through Sling. Indian audiences can watch on Sony LIV, and in Australia, Fox Cricket and Kayo Sports will provide coverage. South African and New Zealand viewers can access the matches through Supersport and Sky Sport NZ, respectively. International viewers may need to use a virtual private network (VPN) to access region-specific streaming services.
Tickets for the matches are available through Seat Unique for the games in Chester-le-Street, Headingley, and The Oval. Fans are encouraged to book early, as these matches are expected to draw significant interest from cricket enthusiasts around the world. The series promises to be an exciting contest between two teams with strong historical rivalries and emerging talent.
England vs Sri Lanka 2026 ODI Series Schedule, Viewing Options, and Team Details
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