England vs Sri Lanka Live Streaming Online and Free Telecast, 3rd ODI 2026
Catch the England vs Sri Lanka 3rd ODI 2026 live today, September 27, from The Kia Oval, London. Find out where to watch the decisive white-ball clash online and on TV in India (Sony Sports, Sony LIV), UK (Sky Sports), and USA (Willow TV via Sling). Get match timings, venue details, recent form, and head-to-head stats for this exciting cricket encounter.
Cricket fans worldwide are set for a thrilling conclusion as England takes on Sri Lanka in the third and final One Day International of their 2026 series today, Sunday, September 27. With England having already secured the preceding T20I series with a clean sweep, and the ODI series now level at 1-1 after Sri Lanka's victory in the second match, the visitors will be desperate to register a win and salvage pride in this white-ball tour. The much-anticipated clash is scheduled to begin at 3:00 PM IST at the iconic Kia Oval in London. Brendon McCullum Birthday Special: Celebrating New Zealand Legend's Career As England's White-Ball Coach Turns 45.
Match Details
The 3rd ODI is part of Sri Lanka's white-ball tour of England in September 2026, which included a three-match T20I series and a three-match ODI series.
| Match | Date | Time (Local/GMT/IST) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3rd ODI | Sunday, Sep 27, 2026 | 10:30 AM BST / 9:30 AM GMT / 3:00 PM IST | The Kia Oval, London |
Live Streaming and Telecast Details
Fans across various regions can catch the live action of the 3rd ODI between England and Sri Lanka. Ensure you tune in at the correct local time to witness the series finale.
India
- TV Channel: Sony Sports Network
- Live Streaming: Sony LIV
Recent Form and Head-to-Head
England entered this ODI series on the back of a comprehensive 3-0 clean sweep in the T20I series against Sri Lanka. Their strong form continued into the ODI format, with England clinching the first ODI by a convincing 89 runs at Chester-le-Street on September 22, 2026. Will Jacks was the standout performer in that match, contributing an unbeaten 46 runs and taking a five-wicket haul (5/22). Sri Lanka, despite debutant Sachindu Colombage impressing with the ball (taking 3/44), struggled with their batting in the opening encounter. However, Sri Lanka bounced back to win the second ODI by 16 runs at Headingley on September 24, 2026, leveling the series at 1-1. The teams previously met in an ODI series in Sri Lanka in January 2026, which England won 2-1.
In terms of overall head-to-head records in One Day Internationals, the competition has been closely contested. Across 84 ODIs played between the two nations (including the first two matches of this series), England holds a narrow lead with 41 victories compared to Sri Lanka's 39, with one match tied and three ending without a result. Ben Stokes in Talks With PSL Franchises for 2027 Edition.
England is led by Harry Brook for this series, with Jofra Archer spearheading the bowling attack. Kusal Mendis is captaining the Sri Lankan side. Following the 2nd ODI, Dan Lawrence was drafted into the England squad as a replacement for the injured Jos Buttler.
This final ODI promises to be a gripping encounter as Sri Lanka aims to register a win and England looks to maintain its white-ball dominance on home soil. Don't miss the thrilling conclusion to the ODI series from The Kia Oval.
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