England only have pride to play for when they face Sri Lanka in the final league stage ODI of the Tri-series on Thursday.
Sri Lanka sealed their place in the final after defeating hosts Pakistan by 8 wickets on Wednesday. Dilshan Madushanka took 5/34 to bowl Pakistan out for 110 and a half-century from Kamindu Mendis saw Sri Lanka through.
The previous encounter between Sri Lanka and England in the series saw a spectacular run chase where England scored 429/4 with Harry Brook’s contribution of 202 runs. But the Lankans managed to get over the chase despite having two wickets in hand, with Pavan Rathnayake contributing 130 and Dasun Shanaka adding 97 to the total.
As Sri Lanka are set for the October 31 final against Pakistan, England would want to end the league phase on a high note.
In this article, The Sporting Newstakes you through all the details related to how and where to watch the Sri Lanka vs. England ODI.
Sri Lanka vs. England ODIlive stream, TV channel
Here’s how to watch the Sri Lanka vs. England ODI in India:
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Live stream:Veto App.
The Pakistan ODI Tri-Series 2026 is not being telecast in India. However, live streaming options are available on Veto App,which is currently free of cost and does not require subscription.
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What time does Sri Lanka vs. England ODI start?
The sixh match of the Pakistan ODI Tri-Series between Sri Lanka and England will be played at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, Pakistan.
It is scheduled to start at 1:00 p.m. local time (PKT), which translates to 1:30 p.m. IST on Thursday, October 29, for viewers in India.
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Sri Lanka vs. England ODI team news, lineups
Sri Lanka could look to manage workloads ahead of the title clash. Kusal Mendis will captain the side, with Pavan Rathnayake and Dasun Shanaka among the players to watch after their match-winning performances against England.
Sri Lanka predicted XI: Kamil Mishara, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis (c/wk), Pavan Rathnayake, Kamindu Mendis, Sahan Arachchige, Dasun Shanaka, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Eshan Malinga, Dilshan Madushanka.
England may look to rotate their squad with the final out of reach. Harry Brook leads the side, with Joe Root and Ben Duckett among the key batters. Adil Rashid and Sam Curran are available after returning to the squad.
England predicted XI: Ben Duckett, Tom Banton, Joe Root, Harry Brook (c), Jordan Cox (wk), Will Jacks, Sam Curran, Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson, Adil Rashid, Gus Atkinson.
Pakistan ODI Tri-Series 2026 schedule
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Sri Lanka vs. England ODI: Betting odds
The odds for England to win the ODI are 1.37 on Dafa, while the odds for Sri Lanka to win are 3.05.
* Odds are correct at time of publish but subject to change.
