England Sweep the Series: The Sri Lanka Tour of England 2026 Review
Published on September 27, 2026
Summary Overview: England won both the T20I (3-0) and ODI (2-1) series against Sri Lanka in 2026. Harry Brook and Will Jacks starred. Here is the full tour review and results.
Brook, Jacks and a Dominant England: The Sri Lanka Tour Review
Who won the tour?
England, and comprehensively. They won the T20I series 3-0 and the ODI series 2-1, taking five of the six matches.
Who were the Players of the Series?
Harry Brook starred in the T20Is with the bat, while all-rounder Will Jacks took the ODI award for his contributions with bat and ball.
Did Sri Lanka win anything?
Just one game. Their only bright spot was a spirited 16-run win in the second ODI, which briefly levelled that series.
The Story: A One-Sided Affair
Sri Lanka arrived in England hoping to test themselves against one of the world's best white-ball sides. They left with a sobering reminder of the gap. Across six matches, England won five, sweeping the T20I series and comfortably taking the ODIs, in a tour they dominated from start to finish.
For readers new to the game: a "tour" like this is made up of two separate series, one in the shorter T20 format and one in the 50-over ODI format. England won both.
The T20I Series: A Clean Sweep
England set the tone immediately, winning all three T20Is with room to spare. It began with a 119-run demolition in Southampton, powered by Harry Brook's stunning 114 not out. In Cardiff, disciplined bowling and a rapid chase saw England home by 6 wickets, and in Manchester they wrapped up a 3-0 whitewash with an emphatic 8-wicket win.
Captain Harry Brook was the outstanding batter of the series and duly took the T20I Player of the Series award, leading from the front throughout. Young quick Sonny Baker also announced himself with wickets in every game.
The ODI Series: Sri Lanka Fight, Then Fold
The ODIs offered slightly more resistance, but the outcome was the same. England opened with an 89-run win in Chester-le-Street, bowling Sri Lanka out cheaply.
Sri Lanka's one moment of joy came in the second ODI at Leeds, where they posted a strong 321 and defended it to win by 16 runs, levelling the series at 1-1. It was their only victory of the tour and a glimpse of what they can do on their day.
But in the decider at The Oval, England were merciless. Tom Banton's maiden ODI century of 126 drove them to 355, and Sri Lanka collapsed for just 132, handing England a huge 223-run win and the series 2-1.
The Standout Performers
Beyond Brook, England had heroes across the board. All-rounder Will Jacks was named ODI Player of the Series for a fine all-round return with bat and ball. Tom Banton ended the tour on a high with his maiden ODI hundred, Jordan Cox grabbed his chance behind the stumps, and the bowling attack, led by Liam Dawson's spin and the pace of Baker and Gus Atkinson, was consistently excellent.
For Sri Lanka, the positives were thin. Captain Kusal Mendis and the middle order had their moments, especially in that second ODI, but too often the batting collapsed under pressure. With a home ODI World Cup on the horizon, this tour was a stark lesson in the standards required at the top level.
Full Tour Results
T20I Series (England won 3-0)
| Match | Venue | Result |
| 1st T20I | Southampton | England won by 119 runs |
| 2nd T20I | Cardiff | England won by 6 wickets |
| 3rd T20I | Manchester | England won by 8 wickets |
ODI Series (England won 2-1)
| Match | Venue | Result |
| 1st ODI | Chester-le-Street | England won by 89 runs |
| 2nd ODI | Leeds | Sri Lanka won by 16 runs |
| 3rd ODI | London | England won by 223 runs |
Players of the Series: Harry Brook (T20Is) and Will Jacks (ODIs, 147 runs and 9 wickets).
T20I Series: Top Performers
Most Runs
| Player | Team | Runs | Avg | SR | 4s | 6s |
| Jos Buttler | England | 172 | 86.00 | 186.96 | 19 | 6 |
| Harry Brook | England | 170 | 85.00 | 217.95 | 14 | 10 |
| Pathum Nissanka | Sri Lanka | 85 | 28.33 | 151.79 | 6 | 5 |
Most Wickets
| Player | Team | Wickets | Avg | Runs Conceded |
| Sonny Baker | England | 6 | 7.33 | 44 |
| Liam Dawson | England | 6 | 12.00 | 72 |
| Jamie Overton | England | 5 | 11.60 | 58 |
ODI Series: Top Performers
Most Runs
| Player | Team | Runs | Avg | SR | 4s | 6s |
| Tom Banton | England | 209 | 69.67 | 116.76 | 25 | 8 |
| Kusal Mendis | Sri Lanka | 198 | 66.00 | 106.45 | 20 | 6 |
| Harry Brook | England | 145 | 48.33 | 102.84 | 16 | 2 |
Most Wickets
| Player | Team | Wickets | Avg | Runs Conceded |
| Asitha Fernando | Sri Lanka | 7 | 26.43 | 185 |
| Will Jacks | England | 6 (incl. a five-for) | 10.50 | 63 |
| Sachindu Colombage | Sri Lanka | 6 | 28.33 | 170 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the Sri Lanka tour of England 2026?
England, who won the T20I series 3-0 and the ODI series 2-1.
Did Sri Lanka win any matches?
Yes, one: they won the second ODI at Leeds by 16 runs, their only victory of the tour.
Who was England's Player of the Series in the T20Is?
Harry Brook, who led the batting with a series that included an unbeaten 114 in the opener.
Who won the ODI Player of the Series award?
Will Jacks, for an all-round contribution of 147 runs and 9 wickets.
What was the biggest win of the tour?
England's 223-run victory in the final ODI at The Oval.
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