England vs Srilanka — Full Match Report & Statistical Breakdown
WORLD CUP • Srilanka won the match by 11 run
Key Match Highlights
1. Match Overview & Context
In this 5-over encounter of WORLD CUP, England took on Srilanka on Feb 13, 2026, 07:19 AM. After competitive cricket across both innings, the fixture concluded with the official result: Srilanka won the match by 11 run. Across the match, spectators witnessed a combined total of 139 runs and 5 wickets fall between Srilanka (75/2 in 5.0 overs) and England (64/3 in 5.0 overs).
2. Srilanka Innings Breakdown (75/2)
Batting in the first innings, Srilanka finished on 75/2 from 5.0 overs, maintaining an innings run rate of 15.00 runs per over. During the opening 5 overs, Srilanka accumulated 75 runs for the loss of 2 wickets. A Fernando spearheaded the batting effort with 35 runs off 17 balls (including 4 fours and 2 sixes at a strike rate of 205.9). Valuable middle-order support came from P Nissanka, who contributed 20 runs off 8 deliveries, while K Perera added 16 (3b). With the ball in the first innings, M Ali led the bowling figures with 2/20 in 1.0 overs (economy 20.00), assisted by S Curren (0/12 in 1.0 overs).
3. England Chase & Second Innings Summary (64/3)
Pursuing a target of 76 runs for victory, England recorded 64/3 in 5.0 overs at a scoring rate of 12.80 runs per over. Phil Salt anchored the chase for England with 35 runs from 14 balls (3 fours, 3 sixes, strike rate 250.0), alongside J Buttler who chipped in with 21 off 9 balls. Defending the total, M Theekshana delivered a key spell of 2/10 across 1.0 overs at an economy rate of 10.00, while L Kumara finished with 1/13 (1.0 overs).
4. Partnerships, Fielding & CricÓ MVP Standings
The highest batting stand of the match was forged by P Nissanka and A Fernando (Srilanka ), who combined for 43 runs off 19 balls. In the field, both sides combined for 4 catches, 0 run-outs, and 0 stumpings, with C Asalanka making a notable impact in the outfield. According to the CricÓ MVP & Player Points engine—which evaluates runs, boundaries, strike rate milestones, wickets, dot balls, bowling economy, and fielding dismissals—A Fernando (Srilanka ) topped the match rankings with 61.0 total points, followed closely by Phil Salt (61.0 points). Official Player of the Match honors were awarded to A Fernando.