Engalnd move a step closer to the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup 2021 as they continue their 100 percent record and defeat Sri Lanka in Sharjah. Meanwhile, Dasun Shanaka's team has lost three of their four games.
Wickets! Another sensational piece from fielding from England and this time it is Jos Buttler. The keeper's throw rattles the stumps and finds the Sri Lanka skipper short of his crease. Dushmantha Ch,eera was caught on the final delivery of the over.
Wicket! A brilliant effort by Jason Roy on the boundary as he plucks the ball from the air before passing it to Sam Billings to complete the catch. Wanindu Hasarange has to depart after a well-played knock. Hasaranga c (sub)Billings b Livingstone 34(21).
The equation if 41 runs off 24 deliveries! Wanindu Hasarange has played some brilliant cricket and will be aiming to continue that with skipper Dasun Shanaka by his side.
Sri Lanka's chances very much depend on Wanindu Hasaranga and skipper Dasun Shanaka. Both players need to play a blinder here to get their team over the line.
Caught! The game looks to be slipping away from Sri Lanka as Bhanuka Rajapaksa departs while attempting to clear the field, Chris Woakes gets his first wicket of the game. Rajapaksa c Roy b Woakes 26(18).
England bowlers have been brilliant and have kept their team in a commanding position at the halfway stage of the innings.
Wicket! Chris Jordan gets in on the act as he dismisses the dangerous Avishka Fernando. Sri Lanka are in huge trouble at the moment and need skipper Dasun Shanaka to step up. Avishka Fernando lbw b Jordan 13(14).
Caught! Kusal Perera's poor form with the bat continues as he is once again dismissed after an underwhelming performance. Adil Rashid adds to his wicket column as England tighten their grip on the game. Kusal Perera c Morgan b Adil Rashid 7(9).
Wicket! Adil Rashid comes in and does the job for skipper Eoin Morgan in his first over as he dismisses Cahrith Asalanka, who had started who positive intent. Asalanka aired the ball giving an easy catch to Moeen Ali. Asalanka c Moeen Ali b Adil Rashid 21(16).
England and Sri Lanka will take each other on in match 29 of the ongoing T20 World Cup 2021. The clash will be played at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium in Sharjah on November 01, 2021 (Monday). Both teams have had contrasting starts to the season but will be aiming for maximum points to move a step closer to their objectives. Meanwhile, we bring you ENG vs SL live score updates from T20 World Cup 2021. Check Out T20 World Cup Super 12 Points Table.
England have been sensational so far in the competition and are only one of the two teams and will fancy themselves to keep that run going as they face Dasun Shanaka’s men. The Three Lions could be the first team to book a place for themselves in the semi-finals with a win in this encounter.
Meanwhile, Sri Lanka will be disappointed after their close defeat to South Africa and will be aiming to bounce back. Dasun Shanaka’s team have played some decent cricket so far in the competition and will hope that if they get their tactics right they can cause an upset to keep their semi-final hopes alive.
Both teams will be aiming to come away with all two points though be it for different reasons. England are looking to secure a place for themselves in the semi-finals. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka are hoping to keep their hopes of advancing from the group alive.