The England men's cricket squad is scheduled to visit Sri Lanka for a three-match One Day International series. These contests will commence on January 22 at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium located in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Following their 2-1 loss in the Ashes 2025-26 series to Australia, the Three Lions will be looking to regain their form in 50-over cricket. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka recently participated in a three-match T20I series against Pakistan earlier this month, which concluded in a 1-1 draw. Both nations previously experienced defeats in their respective ODI bilateral series, with Sri Lanka losing to Pakistan and England to New Zealand. The primary objective for both teams in this upcoming series is to fine-tune their strategies and readiness for the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup, which India and Sri Lanka will jointly host.
For cricket enthusiasts in India, the first ODI between Sri Lanka and England will be broadcast live on the Sony Sports Network. Digital streaming options are also available through SonyLIV and FanCode, accessible via their respective apps and websites. The inaugural match is slated to start at 2:30 p.m. local time, which corresponds to 2:30 p.m. IST on Thursday, January 22. The series will continue with matches on January 24 and January 27, all held at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, each starting at the same time.
This series offers both England and Sri Lanka a vital opportunity to assess their squads and implement tactical adjustments in anticipation of the global T20 tournament. The competitive matches will not only provide thrilling cricket action but also serve as a barometer for their World Cup aspirations, fostering sportsmanship and competitive excellence on the international stage.
