England vs Sri Lanka is live at The Oval on Sunday, September 27, with the three-match ODI series still undecided after the teams split the opening two matches.
England chose to bat first in the series decider and reached 38 for one after 6.2 overs in the latest available update, with Tom Banton unbeaten on 24 and Joe Root on 13.
England lost one wicket to Dilshan Madushanka, who had conceded 15 runs from his first three overs before the dismissal.
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England vs Sri Lanka live score and match situation
The match is being played at The Oval in London, where the first innings is scheduled for 50 overs unless conditions intervene.
England’s early scoring rate has been positive, but Sri Lanka have already made an important breakthrough with the new ball.
The result will determine the winner of the ODI series after England won the opener at Chester-le-Street and Sri Lanka responded with victory at Headingley.
| Match | Result |
|---|---|
| 1st ODI, September 22 | England won by 89 runs |
| 2nd ODI, September 24 | Sri Lanka won by 16 runs |
| 3rd ODI, September 27 | Live at The Oval |
The England and Wales Cricket Board scheduled the deciding ODI for a 10:30 a.m. local start at The Kia Oval.
How the series reached the decider
England won the first ODI by 89 runs after making 265 and bowling Sri Lanka out for 176.
Will Jacks was the standout performer in that match, taking five wickets as England defended a moderate total.
Sri Lanka levelled the series at Headingley by posting 321 for six and restricting England to 305 for nine.
Kusal Mendis made 121 from 100 balls in the second ODI, while England’s chase included useful contributions from Tom Banton, Jos Buttler and Ben Duckett.
The second match was ultimately decided by 16 runs, leaving both sides needing one more win to take the series.
England team news before the final ODI
England entered the decider without Jos Buttler after the wicketkeeper-batter suffered discomfort in his left hamstring during the second ODI.
Dan Lawrence was added to the squad as Buttler’s replacement, giving England another option in the middle order and a possible route to a limited-overs debut.
The International Cricket Council confirmed that Lawrence replaced Buttler in the squad for the final match.
Harry Brook remains England’s captain, while Joe Root provides experience in a batting order that is being tested by Buttler’s absence.
What is at stake at The Oval
England are seeking to close their home summer with a series victory after sweeping the preceding three-match T20I series against Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka, meanwhile, are attempting to complete a turnaround after losing the first four matches of the white-ball tour before winning at Headingley.
The visitors’ second-ODI performance showed that their batting can challenge England when the top order converts starts into substantial scores.
For England, the main task is to build a competitive first-innings total while managing a changed batting lineup and avoiding another late collapse.
The live score will continue to change throughout the afternoon, with the final result expected to settle both the match and the series standings later on September 27.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current England vs Sri Lanka score?
England were 38 for one after 6.2 overs in the latest available live update, with Tom Banton on 24 and Joe Root on 13.
Who won the first two ODIs?
England won the first ODI by 89 runs, while Sri Lanka won the second by 16 runs.
Where is the third ODI being played?
The series decider is being played at The Oval in London.
Why is Jos Buttler missing from England’s team?
Buttler was ruled out of the decider after experiencing discomfort in his left hamstring during the second ODI.
Who replaced Jos Buttler in England’s squad?
Dan Lawrence was added to England’s squad as Buttler’s replacement.
Fact-Checked: Key match details, series context, fixture information and England’s squad change were checked against ICC and ECB information, with the live score cross-checked against the latest available match update.
Disclaimer: Live cricket scores can change rapidly, and this report reflects the latest available update at the time of publication.