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Banton whacks England to victory over Sri Lanka

Banton whacks England to victory over Sri Lanka

Summary

England's cricket team defeated Sri Lanka by six wickets in the second T20 international match, leading the series 2-0. Tom Banton scored an unbeaten 54 runs to secure the win during a rain-affected match with a revised target. England's spin bowlers played a key role, while their seam bowlers faced challenges.

Key Facts

  • England won the second T20 match against Sri Lanka by six wickets.
  • Tom Banton scored 54 not out from 33 balls.
  • The match was affected by rain, altering the target to 168 runs in 17 overs.
  • Sri Lanka set a target of 189-5 in their 20 overs.
  • England's Jofra Archer took two wickets, while Will Jacks, Liam Dawson, and Adil Rashid each took one.
  • Sam Curran hit a six in the final over to clinch the victory.
  • England now leads the three-match series 2-0.
  • The victory comes before England's opening match in the T20 World Cup against Nepal.
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