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    "editor1": "<p><strong>ENG vs SL 3rd ODI, Cricket Tips:&nbsp;<\/strong>The three-match ODI series between England and Sri Lanka is evenly poised at 1-1. England won the first ODI, and Sri Lanka bounced back well to win the second game. The final ODI will kick off at 3 PM IST on Sunday at Kennington Oval in London.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Sri Lankan captain Kusal Mendis scored a much-needed century in the second ODI, which made the difference. England failed with the bat in the final overs, and the injury to Jos Buttler hasn&#39;t helped them much. Buttler is not available for the final game, and Dan Lawrence has replaced him in the squad.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h4><strong>ENG vs SL: Match Details<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n\t<li><strong>Date<\/strong>: September 27, 2026 (Sunday)<\/li>\r\n\t<li><strong>Time<\/strong>: 3:00 PM IST<\/li>\r\n\t<li><strong>Venue<\/strong>: Kennington Oval, London<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h4><strong>ENG vs SL: Live Streaming Details<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\r\n<p>Indian fans can switch to Sony Sports Networks to watch the live action of the third ODI. The live stream of the game will be available on the Sony LIV app or website.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h4><strong>ENG vs SL: Head-to-Head in ODIs<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n\t<li><strong>Total Matches<\/strong>: 84<\/li>\r\n\t<li><strong>England<\/strong>: 41<\/li>\r\n\t<li><strong>Sri Lanka<\/strong>: 39<\/li>\r\n\t<li><strong>No-result:<\/strong> 4<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h4><strong>ENG vs SL: Ground Pitch Report<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\r\n<p>Kennington Oval has been a good venue with some assistance for everyone. Fast bowlers will get an initial swing while the pace here is true. The batting conditions will improve as the game goes on. Bowling first is a good option here.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h4><strong>ENG vs SL: Possible XIs<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>England<\/strong>: Tom Banton (wk), Ben Duckett, Harry Brook (c), Joe Root, Dan Lawrence, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson, Gus Atkinson, Jofra Archer, Josh Tongue<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Sri Lanka:<\/strong> Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (c &amp; wk), Kamindu Mendis, Pavan Rathnayake, Charith Asalanka, Dunith Wellalage, Janith Liyanage, Sachindu Colombage, Eshan Malinga, Asitha Fernando, Dilshan Madushanka<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h4><strong>ENG vs SL: Player to Watch Out For<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Probable Best Batter<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>For England, Harry Brook will be the key in the absence of Buttler. For Sri Lanka, captain Mendis will be the one to watch out for.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Probable Best Bowler<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Asitha Fernando and Josh Tongue bowl the heavy balls, which will help them get good assistance from this wicket in London.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Today Match Prediction:<\/strong> Sri Lanka are coming off a win, but they have not been consistent in recent times. That is why England are still the favorite to win the final ODI.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>ENG vs SL Match 3rd ODI, Today Match ENG vs SL, ENG vs SL Prediction, ENG vs SL Predicted XIs, Injury Update for England vs Sri Lanka Match<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<h5><b>Also Read: <\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cricketnmore.com\/cricket-special\">Special Cricket Stories<\/a><\/h5><p><strong>Disclaimer<\/strong>: The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.<\/p>\r\n",
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