England tour of Sri Lanka 2018/19
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd Test, Colombo, 4th day
Rare overseas victory marks the true arrival of Joe Root's Test team
Captain takes pride in watching his side grow, and singles out Ben Stokes for particular praise
May 13, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd Test, Colombo, 4th day
Kusal Mendis run-out 'best moment of my career' - Jack Leach
Jack Leach finished the series as England's equal-leading wicket-taker but it was the moment of brilliance in the field that gave him most pleasure.
May 13, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd Test, Colombo, 4th day
'We're not one-trick ponies any more', says Joe Root after overseas triumph
Captain takes pride in watching his side grow, and singles out Ben Stokes for particular praise
May 13, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd Test, Colombo
A century of wickets for spinners
Plus, Moeen equals Anderson as England's go-to man for the fourth innings. All the stats from England's series win in Sri Lanka
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd Test, Colombo, 4th day
'Stokes the difference in last two Tests' - Hathurusingha
Sri Lanka coach terms series 'closely fought' despite whitewash; rues lack of hundreds from his batsmen
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd Test, Colombo, 4th day
Bayliss reserves judgment on Burns and Jennings as England are challenged to improve further
Test team remains far from the finished article, in spite of 'great result', says head coach
May 16, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd Test, Colombo, 4th day
Jack Leach, Moeen Ali share eight as England seal series sweep
Sri Lanka's sixth-wicket pair lift their side's spirits after loss of nightwatchman on fourth morning
May 16, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd Test, Colombo, 3rd day
Lakshan Sandakan overstepping came from 'trying too hard' - SL bowling coach
Sri Lanka spin-bowling coach Piyal Wijetunge suggested the front-foot no-balls delivered by Lakshan Sandakan were "something new for us"
May 16, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd Test, Colombo, 3rd day
Inglorious batting keeps Dilruwan Perera incognito once again
Dilruwan Perera claimed another five-wicket haul to cap a successful series with the ball - not that you'd know it
May 11, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd Test, Colombo, 2nd day
Jos Buttler 'at peace' with the prospect of failure as positive footwork pays off for England
England batsman happy to be dismissed taking the attacking option after producing another crucial fifty
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd Test, Colombo, 3rd day
Lakshan Sandakan no-balls sum up SL day as England close on 3-0
Sri Lanka collapsed like an origami skyscraper in a Godzilla attack, losing seven wickets in the space of 53 runs after tea, and 8 for 67 overall
May 16, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd Test, Colombo, 2nd day
Adil Rashid thrives on England's new licence to thrill
Attacking legspin, allied to an attacking fast bowler, and even an attacking short-leg fielder. There's much to admire as England's Test team finds its bearings
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd Test, Colombo, 2nd day
Taking the wrong option at wrong time cost us - de Silva
Sri Lanka's No. 3 also said they wouldn't have crashed if they had played to a better plan
May 18, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd Test, Colombo, 2nd day
'My job is to make things happen' - Adil Rashid on his five-wicket haul
Legspinner's haul of 5 for 49 in 13.5 overs tore Sri Lanka's innings apart in the hour after tea on the second day
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd Test, Colombo, 2nd day
Keaton Jennings puts his body on the line once more at short leg
Bravery and anticipation to the fore as England reap the rewards of close attention to close catching
May 13, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd Test, Colombo, 2nd day
Rashid, Stokes send Sri Lanka crumbling after tea
Sri Lanka needed only 28 deliveries to claim the three remaining England wickets on the second morning
May 16, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd Test, Colombo
Sri Lanka need a review of their review technique after further day of blunders
Sri Lanka's profligate use of their reviews came back to haunt them as England edged the first-day honours
May 15, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd Test, Colombo
Jonny Bairstow hits back at critics after emotional hundred, but still wants his gloves back too
Emotionally charged century underpins England's batting on the first day at Colombo
May 15, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd Test, Colombo, 1st day
Jonny Bairstow proves his point to carry England with brilliant hundred
Joe Root won his eighth successive toss in Test cricket as England seek their first ever whitewash against Sri Lanka
May 17, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd Test, Colombo
Sri Lanka seek confidence, England a whitewash
England have announced their XI and Sri Lanka could also make a couple of changes as they seek a consolation win
May 13, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd Test, Colombo
'Broad and Anderson still have huge roles to play for England' - Joe Root
England need to savour the experience of Stuart Broad and James Anderson for as long as they can, says captain
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd Test, Colombo
Lucky tossers or worthy challengers? Are England really ready to bid for No.1?
Joe Root's men are in sight of a memorable series whitewash in Sri Lanka, but can their recent failings be forgotten that quickly?
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd Test, Colombo
'We could learn from England's batting,' admits Suranga Lakmal
England have announced their XI and Sri Lanka could also make a couple of changes as they seek a consolation win
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd Test, 5th day, Kandy
Jack Leach provides vital control as England's one-day freedom comes to the fore
England learn from success of white-ball side, as flexibility gives spinners the space to shine
May 17, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd Test, 5th day, Kandy
Sri Lanka pin blame on fielding standards after chastening series loss
Coach Hathurusingha says standards have to rise if team is to recover in the long run
May 17, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd Test, 5th day, Kandy
England reap rewards of brave selection policy - Trevor Bayliss
Big calls vindicated after England secure second series win in Sri Lanka in five attempts since 2000-01
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd Test, Pallekele
Most wickets for spinners in a Test
England have won two successive away Tests for the first time in six years to complete a rare series win in Sri Lanka.
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd Test, 5th day, Kandy
Joe Root praises team for 'bold and courageous' victory
Captain takes pride in leading from the front as England seal first series win in Asia for six years
May 17, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd Test, 5th day, Kandy
Jack Leach, Moeen Ali lead England to rare series win
On the fifth day in Kandy, Sri Lanka lost their last three wickets for 17 runs to concede a 57-run win to the visitors
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd Test, Pallekele, 4th day
Sense of belonging helps Keaton Jennings stay relaxed in the line of fire
Sharp reflexes at short leg may yet made the difference in a closely fought Test
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd Test, Pallekele, 4th day
Angelo Mathews still hurt by ODI axing as he lets 'bat do the talking'
Batsman says he has not changed his preparations in wake of criticism from coach, Chandika Hathurusingha
May 13, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd Test, Pallekele, 4th day
'It's set up for a bit of a thriller' - Keaton Jennings braces for day five tussle
Tea break came at a good time for England, says opening batsman, after an impressive day under the lid at short leg
May 13, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd Test, Pallekele, 4th day
England close in on series win despite Angelo Mathews defiance
Sri Lanka have been set 301 for victory in Pallekele after England's last-wicket pair Ben Foakes and James Anderson added 22 runs to the overnight score
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd Test, Pallekele, 3rd day
Brilliant but a bit bonkers: How Joe Root's rollicking hundred marks the end of England's history
No more Mr Reticent. England's captain shows his team how he wants his Test innings to be compiled from hereon in
May 16, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd Test, Pallekele, 3rd day
'Reverse swan' Root praises England for sticking to attacking mindset
Captain's brilliant second-innings hundred helps carry England into a position of authority on the third day
May 17, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd Test, Pallekele, 3rd day
Joe Root hundred raises tempo and puts England in charge
A morning that promised much for England turned sharply a few minutes before lunch when Sri Lanka claimed two wickets in five deliveries to ensure this compelling match remained in the balance
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd Test, Pallekele
Joe Root receives ICC demerit point after being found guilty of dissent
England captain 'shook his head and then kicked the turf' after unsuccessful appeal against Dilruwan Perera
May 15, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd Test, Pallekele
Roshen Silva innings shows Test mindset, says Dimuth Karunaratne
Opener praises Sri Lanka batting hero, whose methods haven't altered much since their schooldays together
May 17, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd Test, Pallekele
Balls to statistics: Ben Stokes' moments of brilliance show his true value
Twin interventions in morning session did more than anything to keep England in the game
May 16, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd Test, Pallekele
Jack Leach hopes for fourth-innings dividends after tough day in field
Spinner disappointed to concede lead, but backs bowlers to thrive if they have a good total to defend
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd Test, Pallekele
Sri Lanka hit with five penalty runs after one-short incident
Team meets with affected fans on outfield during Test after many are forced to switch hotels due to booking oversight
May 15, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd Test, Pallekele
Joe Root pens letters of sympathy after fans are caught up in Kandy hotel fiasco
Team meets with affected fans on outfield during Test after many are forced to switch hotels due to booking oversight
May 19, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd Test, Pallekele
Roshen Silva guides Sri Lanka to precious 46-run lead
Ben Stokes magicked up two dismissals, both of them from positions in the field, reversing the gains Sri Lanka had made during the 96-run third wicket stand
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd Test, Pallekele
'It looked like Sri Lanka were starting to panic' - Sam Curran
Sri Lanka's slapdash day in the field reached its nadir just when they needed to be at their most ruthless
May 13, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd Test, Pallekele
Sri Lanka stumped for answers as Sam Curran swings for the hills
Sri Lanka's slapdash day in the field reached its nadir just when they needed to be at their most ruthless
May 15, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd Test, Pallekele
England strike after Sam Curran spark lifts them to 285
A win here will give England their first series victory in Sri Lanka since 2001
May 13, 2024
England in Sri Lanka 2018-19
Four batsmen who must step up in Sri Lanka's hour of need
A retirement, an injury and a disrespected curfew have robbed the team of key players for the Pallekele Test, which puts the spotlight on Mathews, Mendis, Dickwella and Silva
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd Test, Kandy
Can Sri Lanka harness the chaos to turn the tide in Pallekele?
England have named an unchanged XI from Galle, with Ben Stokes set to move up to No. 3
May 13, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd Test, Pallekele
England unchanged as fit-again Jonny Bairstow misses out
Ben Stokes will bat at No. 3 and Jos Buttler at No. 5, with Jonny Bairstow left out despite returning to fitness
May 15, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd Test, Pallekele
Sri Lanka ask for a turner - and more runs from their batsmen
Stand-in captain Suranga Lakmal is "trusting" that the team's batting will come good as Sri Lanka look to level the series in Pallekele
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd Test, Pallekele
England must seize chance to achieve special series win
The team is a work in progress, but a rare series win in Asia is very much there for the taking
May 15, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 1st Test, Galle
Angelo Mathews' form encouraging for Sri Lanka, says Chandika Hathurusingha
Sri Lanka coach Chandika Hathurusingha was pleased with Angelo Mathews' response after being dropped from the one-day side and criticised for his running
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 1st Test, Galle
Chandika Hathurusingha critical of 'school kid' batting from Sri Lanka
England laid traps and Sri Lanka's batsmen fell into them, said coach Chandika Hathurusingha after heavy defeat in Galle
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 1st Test, Galle
Injured Dinesh Chandimal doubtful for second Test
Sri Lanka captain Dinesh Chandimal is almost certainly out of the second Test in Pallekele after it was confirmed that his groin tear will take up to two weeks to heal
May 16, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 1st Test, Galle
Ben Foakes ready to make way for Jonny Bairstow despite impressive debut
Despite being named Man of the Match in Galle, Ben Foakes said he knows there are no guarantees over his place in the side
May 15, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 1st Test, Galle
Joe Root praises England's game awareness after memorable Galle victory
Marshalling bowling attack was "great fun" says England captain, as he reflects on 211-run win
May 19, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 1st Test, Galle
Rangana Herath retires saying it's 'the right time' to go
There was no famous farewell at Galle but Rangana Herath was happy it was "the right time" for him to retire from international competition
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 4th day, Galle, 1st Test
England storm fortress Galle to end winless overseas run
Some loose batting from Sri Lanka helped England take a large step towards victory in Galle
May 18, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd day, Galle, 1st Test
Patient Keaton Jennings finds his subcontinental stride once again
It may not quite signal his arrival at Test level, but Keaton Jennings rewarded the selectors' patience with a big step forward in Galle
May 15, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd day, Galle, 1st Test
Sri Lanka spinners undone by 'attacking mindset', says bowling coach
With England on top in Rangana Herath's final Test, Piyal Wijetunge admitted that Sri Lanka's spinners had been outbowled by the visitors
May 17, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd day, Galle, 1st Test
'My form this summer wasn't up to scratch' - Keaton Jennings
Batsman endured sleepless nights during form slump against India, but comes good at Galle to give England big advantage
May 13, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 1st Test, Galle, 3rd day
James Anderson handed demerit point for dissent in Galle Test
Fast bowler gets second demerit points in as many Tests for throwing ball into the ground in disagreement
May 19, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd day, Galle, 1st Test
England take grip after Keaton Jennings comes good
Sri Lanka struck three times on the second morning, removing Rory Burns, Moeen Ali and Joe Root, but England continued to swell their mammoth lead t
May 19, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 1st Test, Galle
Ben Foakes becomes the fifth keeper to score a century on Test debut
The key stats as Ben Foakes makes history on the second morning in Galle
May 13, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd day, Galle, 1st Test
Ben Foakes, Moeen Ali underpin dominant day for England
Dilruwan Perera took five wickets, but the wicketkeeper-batsman's 107 was central to England fighting back from 103 for 5
May 12, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 1st Test, Galle
Assured Ben Foakes shuns 'risky' approach to set up England
Old-fashioned Test innings from inexperienced duo Ben Foakes and Sam Curran provided an antidote for England's top-order failings
May 17, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 1st Test, Galle
England saviour Ben Foakes 'never believed' he'd be making his Test debut
Debutant wicketkeeper thought he'd be making up the numbers after joining tour as an injury replacement
May 19, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 1st Test, Galle
Ben Foakes shows class on debut to lift England from adversity
Joe Root wins toss as England's winter Test campaign gets underway in Sri Lanka
May 14, 2024
Stats analysis: Rangana Herath
Herath - as good as Muralitharan?
The left-arm spinner has done the near unthinkable - he has almost matched the numbers achieved by Muttiah Muralitharan
May 14, 2024
Rangana Herath retires
From Ranatunga to Rashid Khan: Who's played with or against Herath?
Has Rangana Herath played with Arjuna Ranatunga and faced off against young Rashid Khan too? Take our quiz to find out how well you know his career
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 1st Test, Galle
Galle up for grabs as spinners prepare to take centre stage
Rangana Herath prepares to play his final Test, as England size up a number of potential debutants on a surface that's bound to favour spin
May 16, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 1st Test, Galle
Ben Foakes and Rory Burns set for England debuts
England close to finalising line-up but delay confirming their team with bad weather set to threaten a prompt start
May 16, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 1st Test, Galle
Lahiru Kumara axed from Sri Lanka squad for breaking team curfew
Dushmantha Chameeera steps in as reserve seamer for the three-Test series
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 1st Test, Galle
'He looks like a club cricketer but his mental strength is unbelievable' - Paul Farbrace on Rangana Herath
Sri Lanka's former coach, now England assistant, recalls the impact of their retiring spinner
May 14, 2024
SL Board XI v England XI, Colombo
England warm to their warm-up but selection clarity remains elusive
Jack Leach advances claims for a Test berth, but does Joe Denly's struggle open a door for Ben Foakes?
May 15, 2024
SL Board XI v England XI, tour match
Washout leaves Jack Leach sweating on opportunities for Test berth
Another day of rain-hit preparations gives England further selection issues ahead of the first Test in Galle next week
May 15, 2024
SL Board XI vs England, warm-up match, 2nd day, Colombo
Joe Root and Rory Burns show encouraging form in drawn warm-up game
There was a fifty for Moeen Ali, too, but Joe Denly and Keaton Jennings were less convincing in their stints at the crease
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka Board XI v England XI, Tour match
Scare for England as Ben Stokes retires hurt after blow to elbow
Stokes was struck when attempting to pull a short delivery from Lahiru Kumara
May 15, 2024
SL XI v England XI, warm-up, Colombo
England ring changes, but Sri Lankans run rings in opening Test warm-up
For all the talk of England searching for a "different formula", there was a wearing familiarity to their approach on the first day of the red-ball leg of their tour
May 18, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, only T20I, Colombo
'Never give up on that dream' - Joe Denly reflects on remarkable England comeback
A remarkable four-wicket haul in his first international appearance in more than eight years has propelled Denly back into the limelight
May 16, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, only T20I, Colombo
Thisara Perera rues another spate of Sri Lankan dropped catches
Sri Lanka catching has been woeful over the past two years, particularly in limited-overs cricket
May 15, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, only T20I, Colombo
Joe Denly comes full circle after 384-match break between England appearances
Eight years after his axing on the eve of England's World T20 triumph, Kent's forgotten man returns to the fray
May 15, 2024
England in Sri Lanka 2018-19
England urged to be vigilant amid Sri Lanka political tension
Business as usual for now after removal of prime minister on Friday prompts concerns for stability
May 18, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, one-off T20I, Colombo
Jason Roy blazes way before Joe Denly four-for seals hefty England win
Thisara Perera won the toss and chose to field first under heavy skies at Khettarama
May 17, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, one-off T20I, Colombo
Buoyant Sri Lanka aim to make short work of England once more
England could bring back Joe Denly after eight years in the wilderness, while Sri Lanka have called up Sadeera Samarawickrama
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, one-off T20I, Colombo
Thisara Perera hoping Sri Lanka's switch stays flicked
Sri Lanka came to life during their 219-run DLS thrashing of England in the fifth ODI and Thisara Perera suggested his T20 side would be on the attack again
May 13, 2024
England in Sri Lanka 2018-19
Guarded Ben Stokes keeps opinions in check with CDC hearing on horizon
Allrounder thanks team-mates for support during dark times, but throws his sights forward to seismic 2019
May 15, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 5th ODI, Colombo
Kusal Mendis' intensity the key as Sri Lanka's hitman turns the corner
Batsman's 56 from 33 balls was not the most substantial knock in Sri Lanka's innings, but it was the most eye-catching
May 16, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 5th ODI, Colombo
Eoin Morgan critical after 'extremely poor' England display
Eoin Morgan, who rested himself for the final ODI of the series, labelled his team's attitude as "very poor" after they were thrashed by Sri Lanka
May 15, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 5th ODI, Colombo
Sri Lanka top order inflicts heaviest ODI defeat on England
Eoin Morgan rests himself for final match of series in Colombo, as Malinga misses out for Sri Lanka
May 09, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 5th ODI, Colombo
Sri Lanka seek to convert slim pickings to series consolation
England are targetting a 4-0 series win, but may field a much-changed side in the final and final match of the rubber
May 13, 2024
England news
Mark Wood admits time is running out to make England's World Cup cut
Fast bowler believes he is one of five bowlers vying for a single spot in squad, as countdown continues to showpiece tournament
May 16, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 4th ODI, Pallekele
Dasun Shanaka rues the opportunities that slipped away for Sri Lanka
Another defeat for Sri Lanka was mitigated by the knowledge that the game had turned on a couple of key moments
May 18, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 4th ODI, Pallekele
England seal series with latest comfortable DLS victory
England won the toss and chose to field first in the fourth ODI, bringing Alex Hales for the injured Jonny Bairstow
May 13, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd ODI, Dambulla
Confident England seek to close out rain-impacted ODI series
England have taken an unassailable 2-0 series lead, and now have a rare win in Asia in their sights
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd ODI, Dambulla
No regrets for Liam Plunkett after putting wedding ahead of England duty
Fast bowler has lost his starting berth to Olly Stone, but insists he's comfortable with competition for places
May 13, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd ODI, Dambulla
Samarawickrama pleads for patience as Sri Lanka seeks form resurgence
Opener seeks improvements on match-by-match basis after team's two years in the doldrums
May 16, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 4th ODI, Dambulla
Jonny Bairstow an injury doubt for 4th ODI after damaging ankle
Opener injures right ankle during England's training session and may be replaced by Alex Hales
May 13, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd ODI, Pallekele
Tom Curran's comeback puts brothers back on course for all-format dominance
With Sam now a fixture in England's Test set-up, the time is drawing nigh when both Currans take the field together
May 16, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd ODI, Pallekele
'You can't win a 21-over match with 150 on the board' - Niroshan Dickwella
Sri Lanka's big hitter admits he's falling short of his potential at the top of the order
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd ODI, Pallekele
ECB defends tour scheduling amid washout threat
Each of England's five matches on their tour of Sri Lanka has been affected by monsoonal weather
May 19, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd ODI, Pallekele
Eoin Morgan guides chase in shortened game as England go 2-0 up
England have won the toss and chosen to bowl first in the ODI in Pallekele
May 13, 2024
England in Sri Lanka 2018-19
Kusal Mendis called up as replacement for Kusal Perera
Replacement named after incumbent is ruled out of series with a quad strain
May 15, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd ODI, Dambulla
Can Sri Lanka get out of their rut?
Both teams have lost players to injury as the series moves to Pallekele with England 1-0 up
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd ODI, Dambulla
Dasun Shanaka sizes up higher responsibilities in Sri Lanka's batting order
Allrounder is increasingly being thought of as a specialist batsman, and someone who can bat higher up the order.
May 16, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 3rd ODI, Dambulla
Moeen Ali ready to rush his bowling, but not his thinking, as more rain looms in third ODI
England's spinners had to beat the rain in the second ODI, and more of the same may be required at Pallekele
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd ODI, Dambulla
Nearing the end, Lasith Malinga rouses himself for final World Cup push
Following a match in which he suggested he was once again death-bowling force to be reckoned with, Lasith Malinga delivered the rhetoric fans have come to expect
May 17, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd ODI, Dambulla
Olly Stone's rise gives Eoin Morgan another 'good headache'
The performance of young quick Olly Stone in Dambulla may have pushed him up a long queue to be involved in England's World Cup squad
May 11, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd ODI, Dambulla
New-ball bowlers deliver England DLS win after Lasith Malinga five-for
Sri Lanka won the toss and chose to field first in the second ODI in Dambulla, after the toss was conducted beneath blue skies, in bright sunshine
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd ODI, Dambulla
Teams prepare to battle Sri Lanka's monsoon season again
Sri Lanka and England will be hoping for better weather in Dambulla after rain limited them to 15 overs of play in the first ODI
May 18, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 2nd ODI, Dambulla
Joe Root keen for England to continue their spin revolution
Over the last three years, the ODI side that has fared the best against spin is India. Second on that list, and only by a whisker, are England
May 16, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 1st ODI, Dambulla
Heavy rain, wet outfield forces abandonment
Sri Lanka the toss and chose to bowl in the first ODI of the series in Dambulla
May 13, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 1st ODI, Dambulla
Eoin Morgan would be willing to drop himself at World Cup
The England one-day captain would not let personal achievements stand in the way of team success
May 15, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 1st ODI, Dambulla
You have a target on your back being No. 1 - Jos Buttler
Previous England sides have toured Sri Lanka with trepidation, but not this one which has risen to the top of the rankings
May 18, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 1st ODI, Dambulla
Our situation similar to England's after 2015 World Cup - Chandimal
The similarities between Sri Lanka's present plight and England's situation following their group-stage exit in the 2015 World Cup are unmissable
May 14, 2024
Sri Lanka v England, 1st ODI, Dambulla
Can Sri Lanka emerge from chaos against world's best one-day team?
England are without a couple of first-choice pace bowlers but bring a formidable batting line-up against a struggling home team
May 17, 2024
England in Sri Lanka 2018-19
Washout leaves England short of acclimatisation in demanding conditions
The remaining players in England's squad had hoped for a run out, but the P Sara ground was left saturated by heavy rain
May 15, 2024
Sri Lanka Board XI v England XI, Tour match, Colombo
Moeen Ali ready to embrace expectation in Sri Lanka
Spin is likely to play a key part of the one-day series and Moeen Ali settled into his work nicely with a three-wicket haul
May 15, 2024
Sri Lanka Board XI v England XI, P Sara Oval
Ambidextrous Kamindu Mendis enlivens England warm-up saunter
The left-arm/right-arm spinner couldn't prevent Joe Root and Eoin Morgan finding their form in England's first outing of the tour
May 19, 2024