England Men's Cricket Tour of Sri Lanka 2026
Partnership with The Barmy Army
Join the excitement as the England Men's Cricket Team heads to Sri Lanka in January 2026 for a highly anticipated whiteball series, promising a showcase of top-tier cricket in some of Sri Lanka's iconic venues.
Your dream prizes await
The Journey Of A Lifetime
Fly in style on a fully covered return trip to Colombo, Sri Lanka. All meals, transfers, and accommodation are included, so whether you're unwinding on the coast or exploring the capital's amazing nightlife, remember that your adventures are only just beginning.
Live Every Ball With The Barmy Army
Soak up the atmosphere at some of Sri Lanka's most iconic cricket grounds as England face off in a highly anticipated whiteball series. Tickets for every match are included, so you'll be part of the action from start to finish, alongside the Barmy Army in full voice.
Next Stop… Paradise
After five all-action nights in Colombo, you'll jet off to the Maldives for two nights of pure relaxation. Think turquoise waters, white sandy beaches, and luxury accommodation - the perfect way to round off an unforgettable sporting adventure.
What's up for grabs?
This is your chance to do good, give back, and win big with the Barmy Army. One lucky winner (plus their guest) will head off on a once-in-a-lifetime trip that blends world-class cricket with unforgettable travel.
- Return flights to Sri Lanka and the Maldives
- 5 nights in Colombo (20-25 Jan 2026), full board
- Match tickets for England's whiteball series in Sri Lanka
- 2-night stay in the Maldives (25-27 Jan 2026), full board
- Official Barmy Army merch bundle
What's up for grabs?
This is your chance to do good, give back, and win big with the Barmy Army. One lucky winner (plus their guest) will head off on a once-in-a-lifetime trip that blends world-class cricket with unforgettable travel.
- Return flights to Sri Lanka and the Maldives
- 5 nights in Colombo (20-25 Jan 2026), full board
- Match tickets for England's whiteball series in Sri Lanka
- 2-night stay in the Maldives (25-27 Jan 2026), full board
- Official Barmy Army merch bundle
Fly Like A Champion
Your journey kicks off in style with round-trip flights courtesy of SriLankan Airlines. As the official national carrier, SriLankan Airlines offers a warm welcome, generous service, and a taste of the country's famous hospitality from the moment you step onboard. All you have to do is sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride: you're en route to Sri Lanka, where the adventure well and truly begins.
Stay Lakeside, In The Heart of Colombo
Your home away from home will be the Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo, a 5-star oasis set on the shores of Beira Lake. As well as being the perfect base while you watch the cricket, it's also packed with everything a travelling sports fan could need. There's seven restaurants, three bars, a large outdoor pool, and a full gym setup, as well as a number of squash and tennis courts. If that's not enough, all of Colombo's attractions, from the mouth-watering street food to the buzzing nightlife, are just a few steps from your hotel.
Witness England In Action
Experience cricket like never before at a double-header of adrenaline-charged One Day International matches on Thursday 22 January and Saturday 24 January 2026 at the RPS (R. Premadasa Stadium) in Colombo. You'll have full tickets for both matches, so you're guaranteed not to miss a single ball, boundary, or wicket. This isn't just watching cricket - it's living it!
Paradise Found
After 5 days of action with the Barmy Army, you and your guest can escape for two nights of much-needed relaxation at Cinnamon Velifushi Maldives, which features an incredible setup of beach bungalows and over-water villas - some of which even feature private pools and terrace jacuzzis. All your meals are covered here too, and you'll enjoy the convenience of a speedboat transfer to whisk you from the airport to your island sanctuary. It really is the perfect finale to what's sure to be an unforgettable experience.
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Making a real difference
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Bat for a Chance provides Cricket Equipment and funds Cricket for Social Change projects, both operating in the UK and around the world. Working with a host of major corporates, NGO's, sports organisations and partner charities.
Every bat, every ball, every kit they provide opens a door — creating opportunities, promoting education, and empowering underserved communities. From supporting refugees, schools and communities in the UK to empowering girls in the Caribbean, teaching carpentry in Sri Lanka, to addressing youth unemployment in South Africa, their work proves that cricket can change lives.
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15,000+ children reached across four continents
Bat for a Chance has brought cricket to over 15,000 young people worldwide—using sport to build confidence, inclusion, and opportunity from the UK to Sri Lanka, South Africa, the Caribbean, and beyond
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Thousands of bats, pads, and other cricket essentials have been distributed to underserved communities—removing barriers to participation and opening the door for youth to engage in sport and education.
Empowering women and children in Barbados
In Barbados, Bat for a Chance helped launch a girls'cricket club now supporting over 80 young women—with programmes covering not just sport, but also mental health, self-esteem, and life skills.
What our community says
Behind every Fans Chance draw are real fans, real clubs, and real impact. See what our community has to say about being part of it.
"We need outdoor nets all year round, so it takes away the having to pay to train. Then even when there are no games on kids can just rock up have a bat, have a go and get involved in cricket"
London, UK
"Spend it in the local schools, especially primary school level, where cricket is not really taking off"
London, UK
"Not every club has all the equipment they need"
London, UK
"Anything to get the kids involved with the sport I've loved for years and years"
London, UK
"Just to go somewhere with the Barmy Army for a start!"
London, UK
"I love the ultimate fan experience of the Barmy Army"
London, UK
"I just love the whole fan experience that they support them through thick & thin, because it not always about supporting just when you're winning"
London, UK
"It would be a bucket list item, seeing Cricket in Sri Lanka"
London, UK
"Amazing beaches, amazing people, amazing food"
London, UK
"The people are wonderful, the place is wonderful and if you can get on a cricket tour there it's even better"
London, UK
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