Summary
England won a one-day international cricket series against Sri Lanka by winning the final match with a 53-run margin. Joe Root and Harry Brook both scored unbeaten centuries, helping England achieve their highest ODI score in Sri Lanka. Despite a strong start from Sri Lanka in their chase, England managed to overcome them and win the match.
Key Facts
- England scored 357-3 in 50 overs, their highest one-day international total in Sri Lanka.
- Harry Brook scored 136 runs from 66 balls, and Joe Root scored 111 runs from 108 balls.
- England's victory secured a 2-1 win in the three-match series.
- Sri Lanka scored 304 runs in 46.4 overs, with Pavan Rathnayake scoring 121 runs.
- England stopped Sri Lanka's 12-series unbeaten streak at home in the 50-over format.
- The match was played at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.
- Root and Brook had a partnership of 191 runs, not losing a wicket during their stand.
- England's win reduces concerns about their need to qualify for the 2027 World Cup.
