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England Crush Sri Lanka by 223 Runs, Clinch ODI Series 2-1 with Banton's Maiden Ton
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News18•27-09-2026, 22:44
England Crush Sri Lanka by 223 Runs, Clinch ODI Series 2-1 with Banton's Maiden Ton
- •Tom Banton's maiden England century (126 runs) anchored England's formidable total of 355-7, laying the foundation for their victory.
- •England secured a 223-run win over Sri Lanka in the third ODI, clinching the three-match series 2-1.
- •Banton and captain Harry Brook (77 runs) forged a crucial 150-run third-wicket partnership after Brook was dropped early.
- •Sri Lanka struggled in their chase, dismissed for 132 with nearly 21 overs remaining, never threatening England's target of 356.
- •This victory marks England's record ODI win against Sri Lanka by runs, surpassing their 1999 record, and concludes a turbulent home season positively.
Key Questions Answered
England secured a series-clinching 223-run victory against Sri Lanka in the third one-day international.
Tom Banton hit his maiden England hundred, scoring a commanding 126 runs off 105 balls at the Oval.
England won the three-match series 2-1 after their record-breaking 223-run victory in the final match.
