Published on: Oct 21, 2026 1:26 pm IST | Updated on: Oct 21, 2026 1:19 pm IST
It’s time for the third game of the ongoing Pakistan ODI Tri-Nation series. The hosts Pakistan have won both their games so far and are enjoying a spot at the top of the points table. The two teams who haven’t secured a win yet in the series are set to collide in the third match of the series. We are talking about England and Sri Lanka, who are all set to lock horns in Rawalpindi. Both teams got beaten by the hosts, Pakistan, and will be looking to secure their first win of the series. In this post, we have come up with free expert tips for the 3rd ODI match, SL vs ENG, at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi.
Sri Lanka and England played their last ODI series against each other in England, where the hosts beat the Lankans by 2-1 in a three-match series. Drawing confidence from that series, Harry Brook and his men should look to dominate Sri Lanka yet again. The Sei Lankans have been struggling oflate across formats, and England will be keen to take advantage of Sri Lanka’s lackluster form. Expect the win probability meter to lean in favor of England. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the 3rd ODI match, SL vs ENG, at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi.
SL: 32% win chance ENG: 68% win chance
The Sri Lankan captain scored a match-winning ton in the second ODI between the two sides last month. He will be a premier bet for the Lankans in this game.
The English left-hand opening batter was brilliant when these two teams collided the last time. He has scored 436 runs in his last 10 ODI outings and will be looking to add more to his tally.
The veteran English batter has amassed 606 runs in his last 10 ODI outings at a berserk average of 101. He will be the backbone of England's middle order.
The right-hand opening batter of Sri Lanka will be keen to value his return to the national squad. He got out cheaply in the last game but will look to score with some seriousness in this game.
Check out our prediction for the SL vs ENG 3rd ODI match at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi.
Sri Lanka’s campaign in the ongoing tri‑series has already hit turbulence, beginning with a defeat to Pakistan in their opening fixture. Now, the challenge intensifies as they prepare to face England, a side that recently bested them 2‑1 in their last ODI series played on English soil. The Lankans will need to raise their game considerably to avoid slipping further behind.
Skipper Kusal Mendis will bank on Kamindu Mendis, Pavan Rathnayake, Eshan Malinga, Dasun Shanaka, and Asitha Fernando to deliver under pressure. The batting unit must find consistency against England’s disciplined attack, while the bowlers will have to strike early to contain the hosts’ powerful batting lineup.
Buoyed by their recent success against Sri Lanka, England enter the contest as favorites. For Sri Lanka, this clash is about resilience and finding a way to challenge England’s dominance. It’s an uphill task, but a spirited performance could keep their tri‑series hopes alive.
England’s campaign in the ongoing tri‑nation series began on a disappointing note, suffering a heavy 87‑run defeat to Pakistan in their opening fixture. That setback has put Harry Brook & Co. under pressure to bounce back quickly, and their next challenge against Sri Lanka offers the perfect opportunity to reset momentum.
Recent history favors England heavily. They have consistently dominated Sri Lanka in the ODI format, both home and away, including a 2‑1 series win at home earlier this year. With a strong batting lineup featuring Joe Root, Ben Duckett, and Tom Banton, alongside a potent bowling attack led by Sam Curran and Adil Rashid, England possess the firepower to overwhelm the Lankans.
For Sri Lanka, the task is daunting. Their inconsistency has often been exposed against England’s depth, and they will need a collective effort to unsettle the hosts. England, meanwhile, will be determined to shrug off their blip against Pakistan and reassert their dominance, making this clash a crucial test of their resilience and intent. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 83 ENG won: 42 SL won: 39 No Result: 2 Tied: 0 RECENT form SRI LANKA: AB L W L L RECENT form ENGLAND: W W L W L
In 83 ODIs played between the two sides, England pips Sri Lanka with 42 wins, whereas the Lankans have won 39 contests. Two matches between these two sides ended as a no result.
How will the two teams, i.e., Sri Lanka vs England, fare in the third ODI in Rawalpindi? Let’s take a look.
Tom Banton, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Harry Brook (C), Jordan Cox (WK), Will Jacks, Sam Curran, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Gus Atkinson/Josh Tongue, Sonny Baker
Here’s the pitch and weather report for the 3rd ODI of the Pakistan ODI Tri-Nation Series between Sri Lanka and England at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi:
Captains may lean toward batting first, as the surface favors stroke‑play early and slows down later for spinners as we witnessed in the last two games of the series. A first‑innings score of 290–310 is competitive. The toss winner gains the advantage of dictating terms in what promises to be a high‑scoring contest.
The online live streaming of the 3rd ODI match of the Pakistan ODI Tri-Series 2026 will take place live on the Sports TV YouTube Channel. The live TV coverage for this series won’t be available in India.
England should enter this contest as the favorites; given the form they have shown in the home ODI series against Sri Lanka, the Englishmen should have the favorites tag with them heading inyo this game. Sri Lanka has been struggling in recent times in the format and will have an uphill task to unsettle England. Therefore, England is expected to win the SL vs ENG 3rd ODI match of the Pakistan ODI Tri-Series 2026.
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