India, Sept. 27 -- The three-match ODI series between England and Sri Lanka has gone down to the wire. After England clinched the opening fixture, Sri Lanka mounted a stunning fightback in the second ODI at Headingley, racking up 321/6 and defending it by 16 runs to square the series 1-1.

With regular England captain Jos Buttler sidelined due to a calf strain picked up during his counter-attacking 69 at Leeds, Harry Brook takes full charge of the hosts in this winner-takes-all series decider at The Kia Oval.

The Kia Oval Pitch Report

The Kia Oval is known as one of the best batting wickets in England, offering consistent bounce and true carry. With a 10:30 AM local start in late September, seamers will get initial nip and swing off the...