Published on: Oct 28, 2026 1:23 pm IST | Updated on: Oct 28, 2026 12:17 pm IST
Sri Lanka and England are all set to square off in the 6th game of the ongoing tri-nation series at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. Sri Lanka has already made it to the finals with a fabulous win over Pakistan in the previous game by 8 wickets. They have earned the right to face Pakistan in the final on October 31, making this game nothing but a dead rubber. England’s reliance on Brendon McCullum’s Bazball approach in Test got exposed badly, and it seems to getting exposed in ODI cricket as well after the team failed to defend a score of 429 in the last meeting between these two teams earlier in this series at Rawalpindi. With Sri Lankans already in the finals, they will look to get the better of England and enter the final with utmost momentum. In this post, we have come up with free expert tips for the 5th ODI match, SL vs ENG, at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.
England’s quest to register at least a win in this series seems to be getting close to null and void. They haven’t been at their best in the series, having failed to perform unanimously. Sri Lanka, meanwhile, enters this contest on the back of two consecutive wins, and both wins came in stunning fashion. First they defeated England by completing a record chase and backed it up by bowling the hosts Pakistan out for a mere 110 and chasing the target in just 18.1 overs with 8 wickets in hand. They surely have the momentum by their side and should have the win probability meter backing them in ahead of this contest. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the 5th ODI match, SL vs ENG, at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.
SL: 52% win chance ENG: 48% win chance
Pavan scored a ton in the last meeting between these two sides earlier in the series. He is the leading run-getter so far in the series, having scored 232 runs across 3 innings. Expect him to score heavily again.
In the reverse fixture between the two sides, Harry Brook played the innings of his life, scoring his first-ever double ton in the format. Brook remains a vital cog in England's batting lineup.
Ben, the England opener has scored 179 runs so far across the three innings. He remains a key bet for England at the top order.
Dasun Shanaka has been Sri Lanka's finisher and is fresh off a berserk 97 against this very opponent in the reverse fixture. He will be looking to score more in this game.
Check out our prediction for the SL vs ENG 5th ODI match at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.
Sri Lanka’s stunning chase of 429 against England in Rawalpindi remains one of the most remarkable triumphs in recent memory. Powered by Pavan Rathnayake’s century and valiant knocks of 97 each from Avishka Fernando and Dasun Shanaka, the Lankan Lions scripted history and sent a strong message to their rivals.
As the tri‑nation series heads into its final stages, Sri Lanka have already booked their spot in the grand finale. Yet, the upcoming clash against England offers them the chance to reinforce their dominance and carry maximum momentum into the decider. Skipper Kusal Mendis will be keen to see his batting unit replicate the fearless approach that dismantled England’s bowling attack earlier.
England, however, will be determined to avoid a repeat of that bruising defeat. Their bowlers must find answers to Sri Lanka’s aggressive stroke‑play, while their batting lineup will look to set a daunting target of their own. For Sri Lanka, the challenge is clear, repeat the feat, and they march into the final brimming with confidence.
England’s campaign in the ongoing tri‑nation series has been nothing short of disappointing. Three games, three losses, two against Pakistan and one against Sri Lanka, have left Harry Brook’s side languishing at the bottom of the table. Despite flashes of promise, England have lacked the cohesion and consistency needed to compete at this level.
Their batting has shown glimpses of brilliance, but collapses at crucial junctures have undone the hard work. The bowling unit, meanwhile, has struggled to maintain discipline, allowing opposition batters to dictate terms. Brook’s leadership has been tested, and while individual performances have stood out, the absence of collective execution has haunted England throughout the series.
As they prepare for their final game before packing their bags, England will be desperate to salvage pride. A win here would not alter the standings but could provide a morale boost and a semblance of momentum heading into future assignments. For a side brimming with talent yet short on results, ending on a high note is imperative. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 84 ENG won: 42 SL won: 40 No Result: 2 Tied: 0 RECENT form SRI LANKA: W L L W W RECENT form ENGLAND: L W L L L
England and Sri Lanka have locked horns 84 times in ODI cricket. England barely takes the lead in this head-to-head battle by winning 42 games, whereas Sri Lanka have won 40 encounters. Two matches between the two sides ended as a no result.
How will the two teams, i.e., Sri Lanka vs England, fare in the fifth ODI in Lahore? Let’s take a look.
Tom Banton, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Harry Brook (C), Jordan Cox (WK), Will Jacks, Sam Curran, Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson/Adil Rashid, Gus Atkinson/Josh Tongue, Sonny Baker
Here’s the pitch and weather report for the 5th ODI of the Pakistan ODI Tri-Nation Series between Sri Lanka and England at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore:
Sri Lanka have won both their games in this series while chasing. Therefore, Kusal Mendis may lean towards chasing if he wins the toss. Meanwhile, England, who are winless in the series, may prefer chasing too, as their batters can absorb the pressure pretty well compared to their young bowling attack. Therefore, the surface shouldn’t prompt the toss-winning skipper to take the call, but their style of play could very well be a factor in taking a call after winning the toss.
The online live streaming of the 5th 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 may not be the favourite to enter this contest after losing three in a row. However, Sri Lanka have seemingly found their mojo with two wins on the bounce and could well be on their way to registering a hat trick of wins and top the points table. Therefore, Sri Lanka is expected to win the SL vs ENG 5th ODI match of the Pakistan ODI Tri-Series 2026 and enter the finals against Pakistan with utmost confidence.
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