England vs Sri Lanka: Men’s Tri-Series ODI Live Update

England faced Sri Lanka in a men’s tri-series one-day international match on October 22, 2026, at 9 am BST. The match began with Sri Lanka winning the toss and opting to bowl first.

In the early overs, England's Tom Banton was in impressive form, bringing up his fifty from 48 balls, with multiple boundaries, showcasing his aggressive batting style. By the 12th over, the score stood at 60 for no loss, with Banton's performance being a highlight of the innings.

Key events included England making changes to their lineup following a recent defeat to Pakistan, with Josh Tongue and Liam Dawson coming in, while Adil Rashid was dropped. Sri Lanka modified their squad as well, bringing in Dunith Wellalage for Sachindu Colombage.

Before the match commenced, there was commentary on the appeal of tri-series formats, with some expressing a preference for bilateral fixtures instead. However, the action on the pitch gathered attention, especially with Banton's flourishing form after being promoted to open.

Banton’s strong performance led to a significant partnership, and England looked to capitalize further on the Sri Lankan bowling attack. Throughout the early stages, Banton's batting remained the focal point, giving England momentum as they aimed to set a competitive total.