England and Sri Lanka begin T20 World Cup at Edgbaston
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 3:16 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
England faces Sri Lanka at Edgbaston today to kick off the ICC T20 World Cup. Historical performance favors England, who has won 10 of the last 12 T20Is against Sri Lanka. The match is expected to draw significant attention as the teams compete for an early advantage in the tournament. As the World Cup unfolds, both teams aim to establish momentum going forward.
- •Match taking place at Edgbaston.
- •England won 10 of the last 12 T20Is against Sri Lanka.
- •Today is the opening match of the ICC T20 World Cup.
- 9:52 AMESPNcricinfo — Edgbaston takes center stage as England, Sri Lanka kick off T20 World Cup
"History is on England's side, as they have won 10 of the last 12 T20Is against Sri Lanka
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