Sri Lanka bowl first after winning toss in World Cup opener
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 5:32 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Sri Lanka won the toss and elected to bowl in the World Cup opener at Edgbaston on June 12. England's line-up features Sciver-Brunt as captain and includes Capsey, who replaces Dunkley for this match. This tournament marks a significant moment for both teams as they kick off their World Cup campaigns.
- •Sri Lanka wins toss and decides to bowl first
- •Match taking place at Edgbaston
- •Sciver-Brunt returns as England captain
- •Capsey included in England's squad for the match
- 5:32 PMESPNcricinfo — Sri Lanka win toss and bowl in World Cup opener at Edgbaston
"Sciver-Brunt returns as England captain, with Capsey included ahead of Dunkley for opening contest
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