• Source:JND
Add as a preferred

England vs Sri Lanka, ODI World Cup 2023 Preview: As England faces the imminent threat of a disastrous World Cup campaign, marred by inconsistent batting and bowling performances, their upcoming clash with Sri Lanka holds a glimmer of hope. The defending champions find themselves in a dire situation with just two points from four matches, mirroring the plight of their Thursday opponents. Currently positioned ninth on the table, this match represents a lifeline for England.

A victory in this critical encounter won't catapult them to the top of the table, but it could inject a much-needed dose of motivation as they prepare to face formidable opponents like India and Australia. However, a defeat against Sri Lanka would shatter even the fragile scaffolding of mathematical probabilities that currently underpin their hopes.

England vs Sri Lanka, ODI World Cup 2023 Match 25 Bengaluru Weather Report:

Fans will be relieved as the encounter on Thursday in Bengaluru is likely to remain free of rain throughout. According to Accuweather, there's only a 0-4 percent chance of precipitation before the start of the match. 

Furthermore, the weather forecast predicts warm conditions, with temperatures ranging between  to 30-18 degrees Celsius. The humidity levels are projected to be around 30-60 percent. This promising weather outlook suggests that the game should proceed without any major weather-related disruptions, providing an ideal setting for an exciting cricket match.

Also Read: World Cup 2023 Most Runs, Wickets Post AUS vs NED

ENG vs NZ Head To Head: Both teams have met 11 times in the ODI World Cup history with both England emerging victorious 6 times. Sri Lanka have won 5 times. 

Sri Lanka Probable XI: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Perera, Kusal Mendis, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Angelo Mathews, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Kasun Rajitha, Dilshan Madushanka

England Probable XI: Dawid Malan, Jonny Bairstow, Joe Root, Ben Stokes, Harry Brook, Jos Buttler (c & wk), Moeen Ali, Sam Curran, Adil Rashid, Gus Atkinson, Mark Wood

ENG vs NZ, ODI World Cup 2023 Match 25 Injury Update: With Reece Topley out of the World Cup, Brydon Carse has been inducted in the squad but he is unlikely to feature in England's playing XI. For Sri Lanka, former captain Angelo Mathews will look to replace Chamika Karunaratne. Young all-rounder Dunith Wellalage will retain his place in the playing XI as well replacing Dushan Hemantha.

ENG vs NZ, ODI World Cup 2023 Match 25 Live Streaming Details: The live streaming in India will be helmed by Disney+Hotstar. Star Sports channels will provide the LIVE telecast of the match.