England rout Sri Lanka by 223 runs to win ODI series
England secured a 2-1 series victory against Sri Lanka, clinching the final ODI with a resounding 223-run win at The Oval on Sunday. Captain Harry Brook led the charge, scoring 77 runs off 66 balls after replacing the injured Jos Buttler. Tom Banton, England's top scorer, delivered a stellar performance with 126 runs, including 5 sixes and 16 fours.
The visitors were dismissed for a paltry 132 runs, failing to reach their target of 355-7. Banton's innings featured 16 fours and 5 sixes, showcasing his expansive range of shots. Liam Dawson and Gus Atkinson contributed significantly with the ball, taking 3-26 and 2-26 respectively. Kusal Mendis, who scored a century in the previous ODI, top-scored for Sri Lanka with 36 runs.
Despite a strong all-around performance, England managed to secure a convincing victory, marking a significant improvement in their form ahead of the upcoming World Cup.
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