R. The stage is set for a high-stakes encounter at the Premadasa Stadium. England Try to level the series against an emerging player Sri Lanka Side. After the hosts’ impressive 19-run win in the first game, the second ODI on January 24 has become a “must win” for them. harry brookYouth squad of.
Sri Lanka is entering this match with full enthusiasm. His strategy of using “mystery” and orthodox spin has proved to be England’s Achilles heel. Kusal Mendis Has been in great form after his match-winning innings of 93 runs in the opening match, despite a cameo from the lower order Zenith Lianaz And Dunith Village The tail has been given some much needed teeth.
England’s “baseball” philosophy faces a stern test in Colombo. Whereas Joe Root And ben duckett The 117-run partnership in the first game showed that they have the technique to handle spin, but collapse later on remains a major concern. England need more from their middle-order, especially Brooks and jacob bethelTo navigate the turning ball without losing wickets in the cluster.
Sri Lanka vs England, 2nd ODI: Match Details
- date and time: 24 January; 2:30 PM IST / 9:00 PM GMT
- venue: R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
Sri Lanka vs England, head-to-head record (ODI):
matches played: 80 | sri lanka won: 38 | England won: 38 | no result/tied:4
R Premadasa Stadium Pitch Report
R. The surface at the Premadasa Stadium remains one of the most strategic in the subcontinent. Traditionally a slower and lower track, it offers a distinct advantage to teams that can handle the turning ball. Expect the pitch to provide significant grip and turn, especially in the middle overs. In the first ODI, Sri Lanka’s spinners – Hasaranga, Theekshana and Dunith Velalej – effectively stopped the run flow. It’s rarely a 300+ venue. A target of 260-280 is considered extremely competitive and difficult to chase in light.
See also: Sri Lanka unveils ICC T20 World Cup 2026 trophy in spectacular style at R Premadasa Stadium
squads
Sri Lanka: Charith Asalanka (captain), Kusal Mendis, Kamil Mishara, Pathum Nissanka, Pawan Rathnayake, Sadira Samarawickrama, Dhananjay de Silva, Zenith Liyanage, Kamindu Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Velalej, Milan Rathnayake, Asitha Fernando, Ishan Malinga, Pramod Madushan, Mahish Theekshana, Jeffrey Vandersay
England: Harry Brook (captain), Tom Banton (wk), Jos Buttler (wk), Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Jacob Bethel, Brydon Carse, Sam Curran, Liam Dawson, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Rehan Ahmed, Adil Rashid, Luke Wood
SL vs ENG, 2nd ODI: Today’s match prediction
Case 1:
- Sri Lanka won the toss and bowled first
- England Powerplay Score: 40-50
- England’s total score: 250-260
Case 2:
- England won the toss and bowled first
- Sri Lanka Powerplay Score: 50-60
- Sri Lanka’s total score: 270-290
Match Result: The team bowling first won the competition.
