In the 25th match of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, England and Sri Lanka will face each other at M. Cinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore on October 26. The game starts at 2:00 PM IST. Although England is the reigning champion, they haven't been as strong as they were in the last World Cup. In this tournament, both England and Sri Lanka have managed to win only one match out of the four they've played.

Head to Head: They've played each other in 78 One Day International (ODI) matches. England has won 38 of those, while Sri Lanka has won 36. One game ended in a tie, and three had no result.

Pitch Report: The pitch in Bangalore is great for batsmen, with a recent match seeing Australia score 367 runs. Spin bowlers can get some help, but the ground's small size leaves them little room for mistakes. The usual first innings score at this venue is 235 runs. But considering recent high-scoring games, a first innings total of more than 330 runs will be competitive, though not entirely safe.

Weather report: As for the weather, it's expected to be mostly sunny in Bengaluru, with the temperature reaching 31 degrees Celsius.

In summary, the upcoming clash between England and Sri Lanka in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 promises to be a thrilling encounter. England, the defending champions, are eager to reestablish their dominance in the cricketing world. Both teams have had a mixed performance record in the tournament, with each securing just one victory out of the four matches played. The M. Cinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore, known for its batting-friendly pitch, will keep bowlers on their toes, and fans can anticipate a high-scoring battle .Cricket enthusiasts can look forward to an intense showdown between these two teams. Picture Courtesy: Cricketworld