England’s captain Harry Brook celebrates his century as Joe Root watches during the third ODI cricket match between England and Sri Lanka in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026 (AP Photo/Eranga Jayawardena)

Good Afternoon cricket fanatics. Welcome to the live coverage of the series concluding 3rd ODI match between hosts Sri Lanka and tourists England at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. The first-led of the English team’s white-ball tour concludes today and it will be followed by a 3-match T20I series, which starts from Friday, January 30 onwards. The ODI series is currently in level terms at 1-1 after England clinched a 5-wicket victory in the 2nd match 3 days ago. Veteran batter Joe Root starred with his 75 runs as England chased down a target of 220 runs within 46.2 overs. In the 1st ODI, the Lankans had claimed a 19-run victory, defending a target of 272. Stay tuned and follow along for the real-time updates, live scores and more.

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27 Jan 2026, 07:29:54 pm IST

Sri Lanka Vs England LIVE Cricket Score, 3rd ODI: SL 104/3 (10)

Overton strikes straight away as Nissanka falls for a quick 50 off 25, mistiming a pull to sub fielder Tom Banton. Asalanka responds with a crisp cover drive for four and Rathnayake adds another boundary past point as Sri Lanka reach 104/3 after 10 overs.

27 Jan 2026, 07:28:00 pm IST

Sri Lanka Vs England LIVE Cricket Score, 3rd ODI: SL 85/2 (8)

Another twist in the powerplay as Overton strikes again! After being taken for boundaries earlier in the over, he gets his reward by removing Kusal Mendis for 20 off 9. It was in the slot outside off and Mendis went hard, trying to go aerial, but couldn’t get under it, ends up slicing it to mid-off where Brook holds on to a sharp catch. Overton roars in celebration as Sri Lanka slip to 85/2 after 8 overs.

27 Jan 2026, 07:13:20 pm IST

Sri Lanka Vs England LIVE Cricket Score, 3rd ODI: SL 58/1 (6)

Wicket against the run of play. Will Jacks strikes with his very first ball as Kamil Mishara goes after a short, wide delivery but mistimes the cut off the toe end. The ball loops to backward point where Rehan Ahmed keeps his eyes on it and completes a simple catch. Mishara departs for 22 off 17, handing England a timely breakthrough.

27 Jan 2026, 07:11:11 pm IST

Sri Lanka Vs England LIVE Cricket Score, 3rd ODI: Second Innings Start

Back for the chase, Nissanka takes strike with Kamil Mishara alongside him. Jamie Overton has the new ball, a wide slip in place as England hunt an early breakthrough.

27 Jan 2026, 06:12:22 pm IST

Sri Lanka Vs England LIVE Cricket Score, 3rd ODI: ENG | 357/3 (50)

England finish with a flourish, 18 off the final over to cap a brutal late surge. A single gets it going before Brook takes over again, launching a huge six and later carving a boundary after a wide adds to the pressure. He then signs off in style with another towering six, putting an exclamation mark on a stunning knock. Brook ends unbeaten on 136 off 66, Root a composed 111 off 108, as England post a commanding 357/3 after 50 overs, a dominant batting display built on a perfect blend of class and power.

27 Jan 2026, 06:07:35 pm IST

Sri Lanka Vs England LIVE Cricket Score, 3rd ODI: ENG | 339/3 (49)

Brook goes berserk against Vandersay, brings up his hundred with a boundary and then unleashes a mix of sixes, fours and smart running. A 22-run over as England surge to 339/3 after 49, Brook 120 (62), Root 110.

27 Jan 2026, 06:01:51 pm IST

Sri Lanka Vs England LIVE Cricket Score, 3rd ODI: ENG | 317/3 (48)

Another expensive over for Sri Lanka as England pile on 18 runs. Brook stays in full attack mode, cracking multiple boundaries and racing to 98 off just 56, while Root rotates strike smartly to move to 110. A couple of wides in the over only add to the pressure, with the bowlers losing control at a crucial stage. England surge past the 300 mark, reaching 317/3 after 48 overs, with Brook on the brink of a superb century and Root continuing his composed, match-shaping knock.

27 Jan 2026, 05:41:12 pm IST

Sri Lanka Vs England LIVE Cricket Score, 3rd ODI: ENG | 269/3 (45)

Big over for England. Root brings up his 20th ODI hundred with a calm flick through mid-wicket and shares a hug with Brook as the crowd applauds. The pair keep rotating before Brook cuts loose, a superb lofted hit over sweeper cover for six, then a fine glance for four to end the over. Wellalage goes for 13, and England move to 269/3 after 45, with Root 101 and Brook 63, the stand really gathering pace.

27 Jan 2026, 05:31:33 pm IST

Sri Lanka Vs England LIVE Cricket Score, 3rd ODI: ENG|231/3 (41)

Full toss from Asitha Fernando, Root mistimes to mid-wicket and sets off late for a risky single; Liyanage hits direct, but replays show Root just in — NOT OUT on 93.

27 Jan 2026, 05:00:33 pm IST

Sri Lanka Vs England LIVE Cricket Score, 3rd ODI: ENG|186/3 (35)

Jacob Bethell has been dismissed for a score of 65 by Jeffrey Vandersay but Joe Root is still going strong at 79* and is fast approaching his full century. Skipper Harry Brook has walked out in the middle and it will be important for him to stay at the crease for as long as possible.

27 Jan 2026, 04:31:57 pm IST

Sri Lanka Vs England LIVE Cricket Score, 3rd ODI: ENG|150/2 (29.4)

Tremendous partnership between Joe Root and Jacob Bethell as both the batters score half-centuries to help England’s run-rate jump to over 5 runs per over. The duo will be looking to go big in the remaining 20 overs.

27 Jan 2026, 03:47:23 pm IST

Sri Lanka Vs England LIVE Cricket Score, 3rd ODI: ENG|75/2 (19.2)

It has been a very slow start for England with Joe Root and Jacob Bethell not making any difference to the run-rate either. It is still below 4

27 Jan 2026, 03:24:54 pm IST

Sri Lanka Vs England LIVE Cricket Score, 3rd ODI: ENG|53/2 (13.2)

Ben Duckett was the first to depart for a score of 7 while Rehan Ahmed’s resistance ended at 24 off 37 which included 3 fours. Joe Root is currently at the middle with rising star Jacob Bethell.

27 Jan 2026, 02:58:33 pm IST

Sri Lanka Vs England LIVE Cricket Score, 3rd ODI: ENG|19/0 (6.2)

Rehan Ahmed has not failed to impress as an opener thus far, he has showed maturity and has negotiated well against the new ball.

27 Jan 2026, 02:34:53 pm IST

Sri Lanka Vs England LIVE Cricket Score, 3rd ODI: Underway

And we are underway for the first innings of this match and surprisingly, England have sent leg-spinner Rehan Ahmed to open the innings alongside Ben Duckett. Interesting choice that and he has even scored a four off the first over.

27 Jan 2026, 02:09:42 pm IST

Sri Lanka Vs England LIVE Cricket Score, 3rd ODI: Playing XIs

Sri Lanka (Playing XI): Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis(w), Dhananjaya de Silva, Charith Asalanka(c), Janith Liyanage, Pavan Rathnayake, Dunith Wellalage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jeffrey Vandersay, Asitha Fernando

England (Playing XI): Rehan Ahmed, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook(c), Jos Buttler(w), Will Jacks, Sam Curran, Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson, Adil Rashid

27 Jan 2026, 02:05:22 pm IST

Sri Lanka Vs England LIVE Cricket Score, 3rd ODI: Toss

Winning the toss in the decider is vital and Harry Brook has just done that, as he opts to bat first.

27 Jan 2026, 01:53:42 pm IST

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27 Jan 2026, 01:33:32 pm IST

Sri Lanka Vs England LIVE Cricket Score, 3rd ODI: What’s Next For Both Teams?

Both the teams will be facing each other in a 3-match T20I series to prepare for the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2025 next month in India and Sri Lanka.

27 Jan 2026, 01:15:40 pm IST

Sri Lanka Vs England LIVE Cricket Score, 3rd ODI: Pitch Report

The R. Premadasa Stadium pitch is slow, low, and heavily favors spin. While black soil provides early bounce for pacers, the surface quickly deteriorates, becoming grippy with significant turn and uneven bounce.

27 Jan 2026, 12:49:28 pm IST

Sri Lanka Vs England LIVE Cricket Score, 3rd ODI: Weather Report

Colombo will be humid and warm today with temperatures peaking around 31°C.

While skies remain partly sunny, a 50% chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms could briefly interrupt play. High humidity of 65% and light winds will remain.

27 Jan 2026, 12:34:43 pm IST

Sri Lanka Vs England LIVE Cricket Score, 3rd ODI: Welcome

Good Afternoon Folks. This is the start of our live blog of the 3rd ODI match between Sri Lanka and England. Stay tuned for the real-time updates, live scores and more.