England to bat first in tri-series finale against Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka won the toss and elected to field against England in the final ODI tri-series match in Lahore. England have lost their previous three matches in the tri-series, leaving them with no chance of reaching the final.

Sri Lanka defeated Pakistan by eight wickets, eliminating England from the tri-series final. Pakistan and Sri Lanka will contest the tri-series final in Lahore. England reached 37 for no loss after 6.2 overs, with Ben Duckett unbeaten on 21.

The match takes place on 29 October 2026 at Gaddafi Stadium. Sri Lanka and Pakistan will contest the final after England's exit from the competition.