Will England break their 24-year losing streak against Sri Lanka in the 2023 World Cup? Find out the latest weather forecast and pitch report before the crucial match that could determine their tournament fate.
Bangalore: Today, all eyes are on the highly anticipated match between England and Sri Lanka in the World Cup 2023. It’s a crucial game for both teams as the losing side will bid farewell to the tournament, while the winner will keep their hopes alive for a spot in the semi-finals.
England is facing a considerable challenge as they haven’t been able to secure a victory against Sri Lanka in the World Cup for the past 24 years. This puts their chances of progressing at risk, despite having an overall head-to-head record in their favor. Since the 1996 World Cup, Sri Lanka has defeated England five times, making them a formidable opponent in World Cups.
Both teams have won just one match out of the four they have played in the current World Cup. England is currently ranked eighth in the points table, while Sri Lanka is one spot ahead at seventh.
For England, key players to watch out for in today’s match include Jos Buttler, Moeen Ali, Jonny Bairstow, Adil Rashid, Joe Root, and Ben Stokes. On the other hand, Sri Lanka will rely on Kusal Mendis, Dimuth Karunaratne, Dhananjaya de Silva, and Chamika Karunaratne to lead them to victory.
A loss for England today would be a significant setback for their chances of progressing further in the World Cup. It’s a must-win situation for them, and they will have to bring their A-game to the table.
The match will be held at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore, known for its batting-friendly surface. The team winning the toss is likely to choose to bowl first, as chasing has been advantageous on this ground.
Thankfully, the weather forecast for Bangalore predicts pleasant weather with no chances of rain, ensuring an uninterrupted match for the players and the fans.
The expected playing eleven for England includes Bairstow, Malan, Root, Brook, Buttler, Livingstone, Stokes, Woakes, Rashid, Wood, and Topley. As for Sri Lanka, the expected playing eleven is yet to be confirmed.
If you were hoping to catch the action live at the stadium, it seems it’s going to be a tough task as tickets are all booked up. But don’t worry, you can still enjoy the excitement of the match from the comfort of your home.
So, let’s gear up for an intense encounter as England and Sri Lanka battle it out for their World Cup dreams.
