England's T20 World Cup campaign got a much-needed boost as Harry Brook's side defeated co-hosts Sri Lanka by 51 runs in their opening Super 8s match, maintaining their perfect record against the island nation in recent encounters.
England captain Harry Brook is hoping the rain stays away but insists his side will adapt as they prepare for their opening Super Eights clash against Sri Lanka in the T20 World Cup.
Zimbabwe sealed top spot in Group B of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup after a composed six-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in their final group fixture, extending their unbeaten run in the tournament.
Sri Lanka fast bowler Matheesha Pathirana has been ruled out for the remainder of the T20 World Cup due to a calf strain, with the co-hosts calling up Dilshan Madushanka as a replacement.
A sensational unbeaten century from Pathum Nissanka powered Sri Lanka to a superb eight-wicket victory over Australia in T20 World Cup action on Monday.
Sri Lanka were superb in their comprehensive 105-run victory over Oman in their Group B clash at the ongoing T20 World Cup in Pallekele on Thursday.