Overview:
The game is set to begin at 7:00 PM IST, with the toss taking place at 6:30 PM.
The countdown to the T20 World Cup 2026 continues, and on Friday, January 30, Sri Lanka (SL) will host England (ENG) for the first T20I of a three-match series at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy.
Sri Lanka’s T20I performances have been underwhelming in recent times. With just two wins from their last five games, the team faces some challenges. With the World Cup approaching, they’ll be aiming to address these issues and head into the tournament with renewed confidence.
England, on the other hand, have remained flawless in their last five T20I encounters. Under the leadership of Harry Brook, the team will use this three-match series to fine-tune their game for the subcontinental conditions and boost their chances.
Sri Lanka vs England 1st T20I 2026: Where to Watch
Where is the England vs Sri Lanka 1st T20I taking place?
The opening T20I between England and Sri Lanka will be held at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Pallekele.
What time will the 1st T20I start?
The game is set to begin at 7:00 PM IST, with the toss taking place at 6:30 PM.
Which TV channels will broadcast the England vs Sri Lanka 1st T20I in India?
Indian fans can catch the live broadcast of the England vs Sri Lanka 1st T20I on the Sony Sports Network.
How can fans in India stream the England vs Sri Lanka 1st T20I live?
For live streaming, the match will be available on SonyLIV.
SL vs ENG Squads
England: Philip Salt, Jos Buttler (wk), Sam Curran, Jacob Bethell, Tom Banton, Harry Brook (c), Adil Rashid, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson, Brydon Carse, Josh Tongue, Jofra Archer, Ben Duckett, Luke Wood, Rehan Ahmed
Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Janith Liyanage, Dasun Shanaka (c), Kusal Mendis(wk), Dhananjaya de Silva, Charith Asalanka, Dushmantha Chameera, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Pramod Madushan, Matheesha Pathirana, Pavan Rathnayake, Kusal Perera, Kamindu Mendis, Dunith Wellalage, Eshan Malinga