ENG vs SL,1st ODI – Sri Lanka tour of England, 2026
ENG vs SL,1st ODI 2026
| Match Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | ENG vs SL, 1st ODI 2026 |
| Tour | Sri Lanka tour of England 2026 |
| Date | September 22, 2026 |
| Venue | Riverside Ground, Chester-le-Street |
| Toss | England won the toss and elected to bat |
| England | 265 all out (48.1 overs) |
| Sri Lanka | 176 all out (37 overs) |
| Result | England won by 89 runs |
| England Top Scorer | Harry Brook – 67 (69) |
| Sri Lanka Top Scorer | Dunith Wellalage – 45 (36) |
| Best England Bowler | Will Jacks – 5/22 (7 overs) |
| Best Sri Lanka Bowlers | Sachindu Colombage – 3/44; Asitha Fernando – 3/53 |
| Player of the Match | Will Jacks – 46 & 5/22* |
| Series Position | England lead 1-0 |
England started the ODI leg of Sri Lanka’s tour in winning fashion, beating Sri Lanka by 89 runs in the first ODI at Riverside Ground, Chester-le-Street, on September 22, 2026. After winning the toss, England chose to bat first and eventually posted 265 all out in 48.1 overs. Sri Lanka were then bowled out for 176 in 37 overs. The result gives England a 1-0 lead in the three-match ODI series. The main difference between the two teams was England’s ability to take wickets at important stages, with Will Jacks producing a match-winning all-round performance.
ENG vs SL, 1st ODI 2026: England Win the Toss
England captain won the toss and decided to bat first. The Riverside surface proved difficult for stroke-making, with the pitch offering a relatively slow and low challenge to the batters. England lost Tom Banton early for 10, but Ben Duckett and Joe Root helped settle the innings. Duckett made 32 from 29 balls before falling to Dunith Wellalage. then combined with Harry Brook to rebuild the innings. Root scored 44 from 52 balls, including five boundaries, while Brook played the leading innings for England.
ENG vs SL 1st ODI 2026 – Full Scorecard
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tom Banton | 10 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 83.33 |
| Ben Duckett | 32 | 29 | 5 | 0 | 110.34 |
| Joe Root | 44 | 52 | 5 | 0 | 84.62 |
| Harry Brook (c) | 67 | 69 | 7 | 0 | 97.10 |
| Jos Buttler (wk) | 31 | 33 | 2 | 0 | 93.94 |
| Will Jacks | 46* | 47 | 5 | 0 | 97.87 |
| Rehan Ahmed | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 28.57 |
| Jamie Overton | 8 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 61.54 |
| Gus Atkinson | 14 | 20 | 1 | 0 | 70.00 |
| Jofra Archer | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 33.33 |
| Josh Tongue | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Extras | 9 | ||||
| Total | 265 all out | 48.1 ov |
Sri Lanka Bowling
| Bowler | O | M | R | W |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asitha Fernando | 9.1 | 0 | 53 | 3 |
| Sachindu Colombage | 10 | 0 | 44 | 3 |
| Dilshan Madushanka | 9 | 0 | 51 | 1 |
| Dushmantha Chameera | 8 | 0 | 48 | 1 |
| Dunith Wellalage | 10 | 0 | 52 | 1 |
NG vs SL, 1st ODI 2026: England Post 265
England’s final batting card showed Brook’s 67, Root’s 44 and Jacks’ unbeaten 46 as the main contributions. Duckett made 32 and Buttler scored 31, while Gus Atkinson added 14.For Sri Lanka, Sachindu Colombage and Asitha Fernando were the most successful bowlers. Colombage returned 3/44 from 10 overs, while Fernando took 3/53 from 9.1 overs. Dilshan Madushanka, Dushmantha Chameera and Dunith Wellalage took one wicket each.The target of 266 looked achievable, but England’s bowling attack quickly put Sri Lanka under pressure.
Sri Lanka’s Chase Falls Apart
Sri Lanka’s reply began with Pathum Nissanka and Kamindu Mendis, but wickets arrived regularly. Nissanka made 27 from 37 balls, while Kamindu Mendis scored 14.Kusal Mendis tried to hold the innings together and made 42 from 60 balls. However, England kept breaking partnerships before Sri Lanka could build significant momentum.Dunith Wellalage provided the strongest resistance. The left-hander struck 45 from only 36 balls, including five fours and two sixes. His aggressive innings briefly gave Sri Lanka hope of reducing the deficit.However, Wellalage eventually became one of Will Jacks’ victims, and Sri Lanka’s lower order could not complete the recovery.
Sri Lanka 176 all out (37 overs)
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pathum Nissanka | 27 | 37 | — | — |
| Kamindu Mendis | 14 | 19 | — | — |
| Kusal Mendis (c) | 42 | 60 | — | — |
| Pavan Rathnayake | 13 | 23 | — | — |
| Charith Asalanka | 1 | 3 | — | — |
| Janith Liyanage | 4 | 8 | — | — |
| Dunith Wellalage | 45 | 36 | 5 | 2 |
| Sachindu Colombage | 14 | 14 | — | — |
| Dushmantha Chameera | 0 | — | — | — |
| Asitha Fernando | 0 | — | — | — |
| Dilshan Madushanka | 0 | — | — | — |
| Total | 176 all out | 37 ov |
Sri Lanka 176 all out (37 overs)
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pathum Nissanka | 27 | 37 | — | — |
| Kamindu Mendis | 14 | 19 | — | — |
| Kusal Mendis (c) | 42 | 60 | — | — |
| Pavan Rathnayake | 13 | 23 | — | — |
| Charith Asalanka | 1 | 3 | — | — |
| Janith Liyanage | 4 | 8 | — | — |
| Dunith Wellalage | 45 | 36 | 5 | 2 |
| Sachindu Colombage | 14 | 14 | — | — |
| Dushmantha Chameera | 0 | — | — | — |
| Asitha Fernando | 0 | — | — | — |
| Dilshan Madushanka | 0 | — | — | — |
| Total | 176 all out | 37 ov |
Will Jacks Produces a Match-Winning Spell
The defining moment of the match was Will Jacks’ bowling performance. After contributing an unbeaten 46 with the bat, Jacks returned figures of 5/22 from seven overs.He removed Kusal Mendis and Charith Asalanka before striking again against Wellalage. Jacks then completed his five-wicket haul by dismissing Asitha Fernando and Dilshan Madushanka as Sri Lanka’s innings collapsed.Jamie Overton also played an important role with the ball, taking 2/21 from five overs. Gus Atkinson, Josh Tongue and Rehan Ahmed claimed one wicket each.Sri Lanka lost their final four wickets without adding any runs, being dismissed for 176 in 37 overs.
ENG vs SL, 1st ODI 2026: Key Moments
One of the important moments came when Harry Brook reached his half-century and continued to anchor England’s innings. His 67 gave England a platform on a challenging pitch.Sri Lanka’s fightback with the ball was another key part of the contest. Colombage’s three wickets and Fernando’s three-wicket haul prevented England from reaching a much larger total.The match then turned decisively during Sri Lanka’s chase. Kusal Mendis and Wellalage were unable to stay together for long enough, while England’s bowlers continued to take wickets.Jacks’ final-over burst was the finishing blow. His five-wicket haul ended Sri Lanka’s resistance and sealed an 89-run England victory.
Player of the Match: Will Jacks
Will Jacks was named Player of the Match after making an unbeaten 46 from 47 balls and taking five wickets for only 22 runs.His contribution was important in both innings. With the bat, he helped England move from a difficult middle-order position to 265. With the ball, he dismantled Sri Lanka’s lower order and finished the chase.It was Jacks’ maiden five-wicket haul in ODI cricket, making the performance a particularly memorable one.
ENG vs SL, 1st ODI 2026: Series Position
England now lead the three-match ODI series 1-0 after their 89-run. Sri Lanka must respond in the second ODI if they want to level the series.The second ODI is scheduled for September 24 at Headingley in Leeds. The third and final ODI will be played in London on September 27.After England’s strong start, Sri Lanka will need greater consistency with both bat and ball in the next match. England, meanwhile, will take confidence from their disciplined bowling performance and the outstanding all-round display from Will Jacks.
ENG vs SL, 1st ODI 2026: Final Result
England successfully defended 265 to defeat Sri Lanka by 89 runs at Chester-le-Street. Harry Brook’s 67 gave England the batting foundation, while Will Jacks’ unbeaten 46 and five-wicket haul completed a superb all-round performance.The victory puts England ahead 1-0 in the ODI series and gives Sri Lanka plenty to think about before the second match. With two ODIs still remaining, the series remains open, but England have taken the early advantage.