England’s T20 reign over Sri Lanka reached new heights with a 51-run demolition in the T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 at Pallekele, notching their 12th consecutive victory. Sri Lanka’s last joy dates to 2014, punctuating England’s streak with emphatic margins like 8-wicket chases.
After a toss setback, England batted to 146/9. Salt’s masterful 62 off 40 (6 fours, 2 sixes) featured dynamic partnerships, complemented by Jacks’ 21.
Wellalage (3 wickets), Madushanka (2), Theekshana (2), and Chameera (1) mounted a challenge, exploiting conditions.
Sri Lanka’s pursuit ended in disaster at 95 all out (16.4 overs). Shanaka’s 30 (24 balls, 3×4) and Mendis’ 13 were mere footnotes.
England’s spinners scripted history with 7 wickets, their T20WC high. Jacks claimed 3, Archer-Dawson-Rashid 2 apiece, Overton 1 – a perfect storm.
This win reaffirms England’s tactical brilliance and mental edge in T20Is vs Sri Lanka. In the Super 8 context, it elevates their campaign, underscoring spin’s role on subcontinental pitches and setting the tone for upcoming fixtures.