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England vs Sri Lanka – T20 World Cup 2026 Super Eight Match Begins in Kandy
Pallekele, Sri Lanka – February 22, 2026
The Super Eight stage of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 kicked off with a high-stakes clash between England and Sri Lanka at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka, playing his 150th T20I, won the toss and opted to bowl first Mint.
Match Summary (In Progress)
- Venue: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy
- Toss: Sri Lanka won, chose to bowl
- England Batting:
- Score: 16/1 in 3.1 overs
- Phil Salt: 9 (5 balls)
- Jos Buttler: 6 (12 balls)
- Wicket: P. Salt dismissed by D. Wellalage bing.com
- Sri Lanka Bowling:
- Dunith Wellalage: 1.1 overs, 9 runs, 1 wicket
- Dilshan Madushanka: 1.5 overs, 6 runs
Weather Watch
Rain remains a looming threat in Kandy, with forecasts suggesting possible interruptions. Both teams are eager to secure a win and climb the Super Eight standings after strong group-stage performances Outlook India Times Now.
Stakes & Momentum
Both England and Sri Lanka entered the Super Eight with three wins each in the group stage. A victory here could be pivotal in securing a semifinal berth.
Stay tuned for live updates and full scorecard as the match progresses.
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