World Cup 2019: 3 ways how England might not qualify for the semi-finals 

#2 England lose 2 matches | Sri Lanka win two matches against SA and WI

England's loss to SL sees them in huge disarray

The other scenario where England can face a huge disappointment is in case if they manage to win only a single match out of their remaining three fixtures. In such situation, Sri Lanka can prove to be the party spoiler if they inflict another upset against the down and out South African team and manage to play a good game against West Indies.

If the Islanders manage to win their next two games and even lose against India, England will be in a huge spot of bother. Sri Lanka can pip the hosts to claim the fourth spot with 10 points only if the Karunaratne-led side ensure a comfortable win in any of their encounter, taking their NRR past England's higher run-rate.

If this does happen, Sri Lanka would feel blessed to have gained two points courtesy of their two abandoned games due to complete washouts.