Here’s a detailed comparison of the historical head-to-head record between England and Sri Lanka across different cricket formats:
Test Matches:
| Format | Matches Played | England Wins | Sri Lanka Wins | Draws |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 36 | 17 | 8 | 11 |
In Test cricket, England and Sri Lanka have faced each other in 36 matches. England has won 17 of these encounters, while Sri Lanka has emerged victorious 8 times. Additionally, 11 matches ended in draws.
One Day Internationals (ODIs):
| Format | Matches Played | England Wins | Sri Lanka Wins | No Result | Tied |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODI | 79 | 38 | 37 | 3 | 1 |
In ODIs, England and Sri Lanka have played 79 matches. England has won 38 of these matches, while Sri Lanka has won 37 times. Additionally, 3 matches ended without a result, and 1 match ended in a tie.
Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is):
| Format | Matches Played | England Wins | Sri Lanka Wins |
|---|---|---|---|
| T20 | 14 | 10 | 4 |
In T20 Internationals, England and Sri Lanka have faced each other in 14 matches. England has won 10 of these matches, while Sri Lanka has won 4 times.
Overall, across all formats, England has a slightly better head-to-head record against Sri Lanka, especially in ODIs and T20Is. However, Sri Lanka has shown competitiveness, particularly in Test matches. These statistics provide insights into the competitive history between England and Sri Lanka in cricket.