The 2023 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup will be the 13th edition of the Cricket World Cup, a quadrennial One Day International cricket tournament contested by men’s national teams and organized by the International Cricket Council. It is scheduled to be hosted by India from 5 October to 19 November 2023.
The upcoming ICC World Cup 2023 match between England (ENG) and Sri Lanka (SL) is set to be a thrilling encounter at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore on Thursday, October 26. Both teams are at a critical juncture in the tournament, and the stakes are high.
England, the defending champions, suffered a significant setback in their World Cup campaign when they faced a devastating loss to South Africa. Their bowlers struggled to contain the Proteas, who piled up an imposing total of 399 runs. Heinrich Klaasen’s explosive batting display added to England’s woes. As a result, England finds themselves in a precarious position, and they need a victory to keep their World Cup dreams alive.
On the other hand, Sri Lanka also approaches this match with a similar record, having recently secured a win against the Netherlands. However, they face their own set of challenges, primarily related to injuries. The availability of key players, like Matheesha Pathirana, is in question, which adds to their concerns.
The M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore is known for being a batsman-friendly pitch. Recent matches have seen high-scoring affairs, with Australia amassing 367 runs in the last ODI played here. Spinners might find some assistance, but the small ground dimensions leave little room for error. The weather is expected to be mostly sunny, with a high temperature of 31 degrees Celsius, which bodes well for batting conditions.
In head-to-head encounters, England holds a slight advantage over Sri Lanka, having won 38 of the 78 matches played. Sri Lanka has won 36, with 3 ending in no results and 1 being tied. Their first clash dates back to February 13, 1982, and their most recent meeting was on July 4, 2021.
Here are the probable playing XIs for both teams:
England (ENG):
- Jonny Bairstow
- Dawid Malan
- Joe Root
- Ben Stokes
- Jos Buttler (C, WK)
- Harry Brook
- Chris Woakes
- David Willey
- Adil Rashid
- Gus Atkinson
- Mark Wood
Sri Lanka (SL):
- Pathum Nissanka
- Kusal Perera
- Kusal Mendis (C, WK)
- Sadeera Samarawickrama
- Charith Asalanka
- Dhananjaya de Silva
- Dunith Wellalage
- Chamika Karunaratne
- Maheesh Theekshana
- Kasun Rajitha
- Dilshan Madushanka
Key Players to Watch:
Probable Best Batter: Kusal Mendis (Sri Lanka) Kusal Mendis has been a standout performer for Sri Lanka, with impressive performances in their initial two matches. His ability to score quickly and his experience in causing upsets, like the one against England in the 2019 World Cup, make him a crucial player for Sri Lanka.
Probable Best Bowler: Mark Wood (England) Mark Wood’s raw pace has been a talking point in the 2023 World Cup, with his delivery touching 154 kmph, making it the fastest in the tournament. While his wicket tally may not be high, his adaptability and variations can be assets on the Bangalore pitch.
Today’s Match Prediction: The team that bats first is expected to have the advantage in this high-scoring encounter. The battle between England and Sri Lanka promises to be a nail-biter, with both teams desperate for a win to keep their World Cup hopes alive. Cricket fans around the world will be eagerly awaiting this clash at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.
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England Squad
Jos Buttler † (c), Moeen Ali, Gus Atkinson, Jonny Bairstow, Harry Brook, Sam Curran, Liam Livingstone, Dawid Malan, Adil Rashid, Joe Root, Ben Stokes, Reece Topley, David Willey, Chris Woakes, Mark Wood
Sri Lanka Squad
Dasun Shanaka (c), Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Dushan Hemantha, Dimuth Karunaratne, Lahiru Kumara, Dilshan Madushanka, Kusal Mendis, Pathum Nissanka, Matheesha Pathirana, Kusal Perera, Kasun Rajitha, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Maheesh Theekshana, Dunith Wellalage
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Sydney Thunder Women Squad
Chamari Athapaththu, Sam Bates, Lauren Bell, Paris Bowdler, Hannah Darlington, Saskia Horley, Ebony Hoskin, Sammy-Jo Johnson, Marizanne Kapp, Heather Knight, Anika Learoyd, Phoebe Litchfield, Claire Moore, Olivia Porter, Lauren Smith, Tahlia Wilson
Melbourne Renegades Women Squad
Tammy Beaumont, Jess Duffin, Sarah Coyte, Josephine Dooley, Ellie Falconer, Ellie Falconer, Ella Hayward, Harmanpreet Kaur, Hayley Matthews, Sophie Molineux, Georgia Prestwidge, Tayla Vlaeminck, Georgia Wareham, Courtney Webb
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Trinidad & Tobago Squad
Darren Bravo (c), Yannic Cariah, Joshua Da Silva, Mark Deyal, Shannon Gabriel, Terrance Hinds, Akeal Hosein, Evin Lewis, Jason Mohammed, Sunil Narine, Kjorn Ottley, Khary Pierre, Jayden Seales, Tion Webster
Leeward Islands Squad
Alzarri Joseph (c), Rahkeem Cornwall (vc), Jewel Andrew, Keacy Carty, Daniel Doram, Karima Gore, Justin Greaves, Jahmar Hamilton, Kofi James, Jeremiah Louis, Kieran Powell, Oshane Thomas, Hayden Walsh, Terrence Warde
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