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England bowlers crush Sri Lanka in T20 World Cup Super Eight opener

England bowlers crush Sri Lanka in T20 World Cup Super Eight opener

Summary

England's cricket team beat Sri Lanka by 51 runs in a Twenty20 World Cup Super Eight match. Will Jacks played a key role by contributing with both bat and ball. Sri Lanka struggled in their run chase and were all out for 95 runs.

Key Facts

  • England won against Sri Lanka by 51 runs in the Twenty20 World Cup.
  • The match took place at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium.
  • England scored a below-par 146-9 in their innings.
  • Will Jacks made 21 runs and took 3 wickets for 22 runs.
  • Sri Lanka was all out for 95 runs in 17 overs.
  • Phil Salt was the top scorer for England with 62 runs.
  • England reduced Sri Lanka to 22-4 within the first five overs of their innings.
  • Sri Lanka’s captain Dasun Shanaka scored 30 runs but could not prevent the team's defeat.

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