ICC Cricket World Cup - 12 photos you'll only understand if you watched England against Sri Lanka

By Andrew Hutchinson
Published 21st Jun 2019, 13:58 BST

Fans created a carnival atmosphere as the ICC Cricket World Cup stopped off in Leeds.

These photos showcase the sense of occasion as England took on Sri Lanka at Headingley. READ MORE: Seven of the best sporting moments at Emerald Headingley Stadium

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PICS: PA/Getty
A Sri Lanka fan in the stands waves an England flag.placeholder image
A Sri Lanka fan in the stands waves an England flag.
An England fan in the stands with a foam finger.placeholder image
An England fan in the stands with a foam finger.
England fans sit in an oversized deck chair.placeholder image
England fans sit in an oversized deck chair.
England fans share some food.placeholder image
England fans share some food.
A Sri Lank fan waves a flag during the game.placeholder image
A Sri Lank fan waves a flag during the game.
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