About this match
Match 42 is a Super 7 fixture on Tuesday 2 November 2027 at Newlands Cricket Ground, Cape Town, starting at 12:30 PM local time (4:00 PM IST).
The teams shown are provisional. The ICC pre-seeded seven teams into Super 7 slots so fans can plan travel: Sri Lanka holds slot B3 and England holds slot AB4. If either fails to qualify, the team that takes its place inherits this fixture.
All seven Super 7 teams start on zero points, and the top four go through to the semi-finals.
Sri Lanka vs England start time around the world
| Where | Start time | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cape Town (local) | 12:30 PM | Tue 2 Nov UTC+2 |
| India | 4:00 PM | Tue 2 Nov IST |
| Pakistan | 3:30 PM | Tue 2 Nov PKT |
| Sri Lanka | 4:00 PM | Tue 2 Nov SLST |
| Bangladesh | 4:30 PM | Tue 2 Nov BST (Dhaka) |
| Afghanistan | 3:00 PM | Tue 2 Nov AFT |
| UAE | 2:30 PM | Tue 2 Nov GST |
| UK | 10:30 AM | Tue 2 Nov GMT |
| Sydney | 9:30 PM | Tue 2 Nov AEDT |
| New Zealand | 11:30 PM | Tue 2 Nov NZDT |
| New York | 6:30 AM | Tue 2 Nov EDT |
Venue: Newlands Cricket Ground
With Table Mountain and Devil's Peak as a backdrop, Newlands is often called one of the most beautiful cricket grounds in the world. It hosted the opening match of the 2003 World Cup.
Conditions: Usually a good batting surface with some early movement. The south-easterly wind, known locally as the 'Cape Doctor', can shape how bowlers attack.
Weather: Spring into early summer: mild and mostly dry, 20–25°C, often windy in the afternoon.
Tickets for Sri Lanka vs England
Tickets for every 2027 World Cup match, including this one, are being allocated through the official ticket ballot, which is open until 21 November 2026. Entry is free and you can request up to four tickets per match. Read our step-by-step ticket guide, and only buy through official channels.
How to watch
Broadcasters vary by country. See our TV and live streaming guide for India, Pakistan, the UK, Australia, the USA and more.
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FAQ
When is Sri Lanka vs England at the 2027 World Cup?
Sri Lanka vs England is on Tuesday 2 November 2027 at Newlands Cricket Ground, Cape Town.
What time does Sri Lanka vs England start in India?
It is scheduled to start at 4:00 PM IST (12:30 PM local time in South Africa).
Where can I watch Sri Lanka vs England live?
See our Where to Watch guide for the broadcaster in your country. In South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia, SuperSport holds ICC rights.