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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 bowl first after winning toss in World Cup opener
Summary

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.

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  • •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
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  • 5:32 PMESPNcricinfo — Sri Lanka win toss and bowl in World Cup opener at Edgbaston
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Sciver-Brunt returns as England captain, with Capsey included ahead of Dunkley for opening contest

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