harry brook-led England gearing up for them Three match ODI series against Sri LankaThe first match will be played on January 22, 2026 at R.K. Colombo, Colombo. The match is scheduled to begin at the Premadasa International Stadium. The series marks an important leadership opportunity for Brook, who was confirmed as England’s new white-ball leader jos buttlerdecided to step down after champions trophy 2025. hosts led charit asalankaBoth sides will be looking to capitalize on their recent home form in an important series. world cup 2027 Expectation of merit.
Sri Lanka’s momentum and revival
Sri Lanka will enter this series with increased confidence after a competitive period in 50-over cricket. Under the leadership of Charith Asalanka, the team has focused on long-term planning for the 2027 World Cup, most recently following a hard-fought 1-1 series draw against Pakistan earlier this month. are in form with the leading bowler Wanindu HasarangaInclusion of experienced all-rounder Dhananjay de Silva and remembrance of Dunith Village Indicate a deep and versatile team. The Lankan Lions, currently placed 5th in the ICC ODI rankings, will be keen to maintain their superiority over England at the R Premadasa Stadium.
England’s transformation and the leadership of Harry Brook
England have arrived in Colombo looking to prevent a significant decline in their ODI fortunes, having won only four of their 15 matches in 2025. After a disappointing 3-0 series loss to New Zealand in October and a tough Ashes campaign, the team is in a period of transition. Brook, despite the recent off-field investigation and the new midnight curfew imposed by the ECB, remains the focal point of a team that blends youth and experience. like with giants Joe Root And jos buttler (playing under Brooks) with rising stars like jacob bethelEngland are desperate to climb from their current 8th position in the rankings to avoid 2027 World Cup qualifiers.
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Sri Lanka vs England 2026, ODI series: Complete schedule and venue details
- 22 January: 1st ODI, R. at Premadasa Stadium, Colombo – 2:30 pm local / 9:00 am GMT / 2:30 pm IST
- 24 January: Second ODI, R. at Premadasa Stadium, Colombo – 2:30 pm local / 9:00 am GMT / 2:30 pm IST
- 27 January: 3rd ODI, R. at Premadasa Stadium, Colombo – 2:30 pm local / 9:00 am GMT / 2:30 pm IST
Squad:
England: Harry Brook (captain), Rehan Ahmed, Tom Banton, Jacob Bethel, Jos Buttler, Brydon Carsey, Jack Crawley, Sam Curran, Liam Dawson, Ben Duckett, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Joe Root, Luke Wood.
Sri Lanka: Charith Asalanka (captain), Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis, Sadira Samarawickrama, Pawan Rathnayake, Dhananjay de Silva, Zenith Liyanage, Kamindu Mendis, Dunith Velalej, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jeffrey Vandersay, Mahish Theekshana, Milan Rathnayake, Asitha Fernando, Pramod Madushan and Ishaan Malinga.
Broadcast and Live Streaming Details:
- India: Sony Sports Network (Sony Sports 1 and Sony Sports 5), Sony Liv, FanCode
- UK: TNT Sports 1, TalkSport Cricket, Discovery+
- Sri Lanka: Siyatha TV, Sri Lanka Cricket YouTube Channel
- Pakistan: frenzy
- South Africa: SuperSport (Channel 210)