England and Sri Lanka are set to face each other in the second ODI of their three-match series at Headingley in Leeds. England took a 1-0 lead after winning the opening match by 89 runs and will have the opportunity to wrap up the series with another victory.

England produced a strong all-round performance in the first ODI, posting 265 before bowling Sri Lanka out for 176. Harry Brook led the batting effort with 67 runs, while Will Jacks was the standout performer with the ball after claiming five wickets for 22 runs on a turning surface.

Sri Lanka, meanwhile, will be looking for a much-improved batting performance after their middle order collapsed in the first game. Dunith Wellalage top-scored with 45, while Asitha Fernando took three wickets, but the visitors will need greater contributions from their experienced batters if they are to level the series.

ENG vs SL, 2nd ODI: Match Details

• Date and Time: September 24, 12:30 PM Local / 11:30 AM GMT / 5:00 PM IST
• Venue: Headingley, Leeds

ENG vs SL Head-to-Head Record in ODIs

Matches played: 83 | England Won: 41 | Sri Lanka Won: 38 | Tied: 1 | No Result: 3

Headingley Pitch Report

The surface at Headingley is expected to offer a typically English challenge, particularly during the opening stages of the innings. The new ball could move through the air and off the surface, giving the seamers an opportunity to trouble the top order. Batters are likely to need some patience before playing their more attacking strokes.

As the ball gets older, conditions should become more favourable for stroke-making. The pitch can settle down as the game progresses, allowing batters who spend enough time at the crease to build substantial innings. However, bowlers who maintain disciplined lines and lengths could continue to create pressure even after the initial movement fades.

Teams batting second have generally enjoyed better results in ODIs at this venue, making the toss an important factor. Captains may therefore prefer to chase if the conditions allow. The average first-innings score is around 225-235, although a strong batting unit can potentially go well beyond that mark if it gets through the early phase without losing too many wickets.

Squads

Sri Lanka: Kusal Mendis (c & wk), Pathum Nissanka, Kamindu Mendis, Pavan Rathnayake, Charith Asalanka, Janith Liyanage, Dunith Wellalage, Sachindu Colombage, Dushmantha Chameera, Asitha Fernando, Dilshan Madushanka, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Kamil Mishara, Maheesh Theekshana, Eshan Malinga

England: Harry Brook (c), Tom Banton, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Jos Buttler (w), Will Jacks, Rehan Ahmed, Jamie Overton, Gus Atkinson, Jofra Archer, Josh Tongue, Liam Dawson, Jordan Cox, Henry Crocombe, Sonny Baker

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ENG vs SL, 2nd ODI: Today’s Match Prediction

Case 1:

• ENG wins the toss and bowls first
• SL’s powerplay score: 40-50
• SL’s total score: 220-240

Case 2:

• SL wins the toss and bowls first
• ENG’s powerplay score: 50-60
• ENG’s total score: 270-290

Match Result: Team bowling first to win the match.

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