Sri Lanka vs England Highlights, 6th ODI, 29 October, 2026
COMPLETED / 6th ODI / Gaddafi Stadium
England won by 55 runs
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Player of the match
Ben Duckett,
England
Player of the Series
Arafat Minhas,
Pakistan
Gus Atkinson to Kamindu Mendis, Four, Gus Atkinson pitches this on a good length outside off stump. Kamindu Mendis hangs back in the crease with a defensive push, finding the gap to pick up four.
Gus Atkinson to Avishka Fernando, Four, Gus Atkinson lands it on a good length on the stumps. Avishka Fernando hangs back in the crease and pulls it past short midwicket for four. Sri Lanka need plenty more in this steep chase.
Kamindu Mendis b S Baker 4 (11) Sonny Baker to Kamindu Mendis, no run, b S Baker, Sonny Baker bowls a good length fast delivery around off stump. Kamindu Mendis hangs in the crease to defend, misses completely, and is bowled for four off eleven balls. An improbable chase just grew even steeper.
Sonny Baker to Avishka Fernando, Four, Baker bowls back of a length on off stump. Avishka Fernando hangs in the crease, flicking through short mid-wicket for four to chip away at the steep target.
Sonny Baker to Avishka Fernando, Four, Full length fast delivery on the stumps from Sonny Baker. Avishka Fernando leans forward and flicks it past short mid wicket for four runs, chipping away at the steep target.
Gus Atkinson to Kusal Mendis, Four, Gus Atkinson serves a good length delivery on the stumps. Kusal Mendis whips it past short midwicket, sending the ball away for four needed runs in this steep chase.
Sonny Baker to Kusal Mendis, Four, Good length on off stump from Sonny Baker. Kusal Mendis presses forward and drives it past mid-off to find the fence for four. A much-needed boundary in this steep chase.
Sonny Baker to Kusal Mendis, Six, Baker drops it in short on the stumps, and Kusal Mendis dispatches it straight over short mid wicket for six. A much-needed maximum in this steep chase.
Sonny Baker to Kusal Mendis, Six, Sonny Baker bowls a good length delivery on the stumps. Hanging in the crease, Kusal Mendis pulls it over mid on for six to ease the tight chase.
Gus Atkinson to Avishka Fernando, Four, Gus Atkinson hits a good length on the stumps with good pace. Avishka Fernando hangs back in his crease and pulls it through short mid-wicket for four. That helps keep the demanding chase within reach.
Gus Atkinson to Avishka Fernando, Four, Gus Atkinson pitches this full on off stump. Hanging back in the crease, Avishka Fernando drives firmly past short cover for four.
Sam Curran to Kusal Mendis, Four, Sam Curran hits a good length on the stumps. Hanging in the crease, Kusal Mendis hooks it away cleanly toward square leg for four to bring up the fifty-run partnership in this steep chase.
Sam Curran to Kusal Mendis, Four, Sam Curran pitches this one full around off stump. Kusal Mendis drives it straight past mid-off to collect four much-needed runs in this steep chase.
Liam Dawson to Avishka Fernando, Six, Liam Dawson drops it back of a length on the stumps. Avishka Fernando heaves it over short midwicket, sending the ball cleanly over the rope for six in this demanding chase.
Sam Curran to Kusal Mendis, Four, Sam Curran pitches it full outside off stump. Kusal Mendis presses forward and drives it firmly through mid-off for four, providing a welcome boundary in this tight chase.
Henry Thomas Crocombe to Avishka Fernando, Four, Henry Thomas Crocombe bowls a good-length ball on the stumps. Avishka Fernando presses forward and works a flick through short mid wicket for four in this steep chase.
Henry Thomas Crocombe to Avishka Fernando, Four, Henry Thomas Crocombe bowls a good length ball on the stumps. Avishka Fernando steps forward and flicks it away to square leg for four. In this tight chase, that boundary eases the pressure.
Henry Thomas Crocombe to Avishka Fernando, Four, Good length fast delivery on the stumps. Avishka Fernando steps forward and flicks it past short mid wicket to find the boundary for four runs in this tight chase.
Avishka Fernando c WG Jacks b L Dawson 48 (50) Liam Dawson to Avishka Fernando, no run, c WG Jacks b L Dawson, OUT! Gone this time. Avishka Fernando steps forward to drive this good length off-spinner on the stumps, but chips it straight to Will Jacks at mid off. He falls two short of a half-century, out for 48 off 50 balls, dealing a heavy blow in this demanding chase of 387.
Liam Dawson to Kusal Mendis, Four, Liam Dawson lands it on a good length on the stumps. Kusal Mendis steers it past point, finding four vital runs in a tight chase.
Liam Dawson to Kusal Mendis, Four, Liam Dawson lands this on a good length on the stumps. Kusal Mendis whips it past short midwicket, beating the ring for four crucial runs in this demanding chase.
Sonny Baker to Kusal Mendis, Six, Sonny Baker bowls fast and back of a length on the stumps. Hanging in the crease, Kusal Mendis pulls it cleanly over short mid wicket for six. A much-needed hit in this tight chase.
Sonny Baker to Kusal Mendis, Six, Sonny Baker hits a good length outside off stump, but Kusal Mendis hangs back in the crease and pulls it cleanly. The ball clears the square leg boundary for six in this tight chase.
Gus Atkinson to Pavan Rathnayake, Six, Gus Atkinson pitches this full outside off stump. Pavan Rathnayake lofts it over short cover and sends it all the way for six in a demanding chase.
Gus Atkinson to Pavan Rathnayake, Four, Gus Atkinson lands this on a good length on the stumps. Pavan Rathnayake forces it past short midwicket, beating the ring to collect four needed runs in this stiff chase.
Will Jacks to Pavan Rathnayake, Four, Will Jacks delivers one on a full length outside off stump. Pavan Rathnayake drives it past short cover to collect four vital runs in this tight chase.
Will Jacks to Kusal Mendis, Six, Will Jacks bowls it full and straight on the stumps. Kusal Mendis launches it straight over mid on for six runs, keeping the steep chase moving along.
Gus Atkinson to Kusal Mendis, Four, Gus Atkinson lands it on a good length around leg stump. Kusal Mendis clips it away through square leg, sending it racing to the boundary for four vital runs in this stiff chase.
Kusal Mendis c J Cox b J Root 89 (71) Joe Root to Kusal Mendis, no run, c J Cox b J Root, Joe Root strikes with an off-break pitched on a good length around leg stump. Kusal Mendis hangs in the crease looking to sweep, but Jordan Cox takes the catch. The innings ends on 89 from 71 deliveries, dealing a huge blow to this steep chase.
Dasun Shanaka lbw b L Dawson 4 (11) Liam Dawson to Dasun Shanaka, no run, lbw b L Dawson, Liam Dawson strikes with an off-break pitched full on the stumps. Dasun Shanaka strides forward looking to flick but misses it completely and is trapped lbw. He departs for four off eleven balls, leaving the steep chase in serious trouble.
Joe Root to Janith Liyanage, Six, Joe Root bowls off-spin on a good length around the stumps. Janith Liyanage hangs back in the crease and launches a slog sweep over square leg for six. With the steep required rate climbing, that boundary provides a vital boost.
Joe Root to Janith Liyanage, Six, Joe Root floats an off-break on a good length around the stumps. Janith Liyanage presses forward and sends it soaring over short midwicket for six in a tight chase.
Joe Root to Pavan Rathnayake, Four, Root lands an off-break on a good length in line with the stumps. Rathnayake hangs in his crease, meets it with a firm sweep, and sends it toward square leg for four needed runs in this tight chase.
Sam Curran to Pavan Rathnayake, Four, Sam Curran serves up a full toss on the stumps. Pavan Rathnayake goes back and sweeps it away toward square leg for four vital runs in this tight chase.
Sam Curran to Pavan Rathnayake, Four, Sam Curran bowls a good-length delivery on the stumps. Hanging back in the crease, Pavan Rathnayake drives it past the slips for four in this tight chase.
Will Jacks to Pavan Rathnayake, Four, Will Jacks lands an off-break on a good length around the stumps. Pavan Rathnayake hangs in the crease and drags a slog sweep through short midwicket for four. That eases a fraction of the pressure in a tight chase.
Will Jacks to Pavan Rathnayake, Four, Will Jacks floats an off-break full on off stump. Pavan Rathnayake presses forward and drives firmly towards short cover to collect four. In a tight chase, that releases valuable pressure.
Will Jacks to Pavan Rathnayake, Four, Will Jacks drops it in back of a length on the stumps. Pavan Rathnayake goes forward and punches it past short midwicket for four vital runs in this tight chase.
Sam Curran to Janith Liyanage, Six, Sam Curran bowls back of a length on the stumps. Janith Liyanage hangs in the crease and pulls it cleanly over square leg for six. In a tight chase, that takes the required rate down a fraction.
Liam Dawson to Pavan Rathnayake, Four, Liam Dawson bowls off-spin on the stumps, back of a length. Pavan Rathnayake hangs in the crease and pulls it wide of short mid-wicket for four. That boundary helps in this tight chase.
Sonny Baker to Pavan Rathnayake, Four, Sonny Baker lands a fast delivery on a good length outside off stump. Pavan Rathnayake rocks back and carves an inside-out stroke through point for four. The chase remains a tight contest with the required rate hovering above nine.
Sonny Baker to Janith Liyanage, Four, Baker drops it in back of a length outside off. Janith Liyanage hangs back in his crease, ramps an uppercut over the slip region, and finds four valuable runs in this tight chase.
Janith Liyanage c H Brook b S Baker 27 (17) Sonny Baker to Janith Liyanage, no run, c H Brook b S Baker, Janith Liyanage leans forward to drive a good-length ball on off stump, but chips it towards mid off. Harry Brook takes the catch, ending an enterprising 27 off 17 balls. A massive blow in this tight chase.
Joe Root to Sahan Arachchige, Four, Joe Root floats a full off-break on off stump. Sahan Arachchige presses forward and drives it past short cover for four vital runs in this chase.
Joe Root to Sahan Arachchige, Four, Joe Root bowls off-spin on a good length outside off stump. Sahan Arachchige hangs in the crease and cuts it past slip for four crucial runs in this tight chase.
Gus Atkinson to Sahan Arachchige, Four, Full length around off stump from Gus Atkinson. Sahan Arachchige carves it away towards point for four valuable runs in this tight chase.
Sonny Baker to Sahan Arachchige, Four, Baker drops one in back of a length outside off stump. Sahan Arachchige steers it through point for four valuable runs in this tight chase.
Sonny Baker to Pavan Rathnayake, Four, Sonny Baker lands it on a good length around off stump. Pavan Rathnayake punches it past mid-off, sending the ball racing away to the boundary for four vital runs in this chase.
Henry Thomas Crocombe to Pavan Rathnayake, Four, Henry Thomas Crocombe serves a good length ball outside the off stump. Pavan Rathnayake leans forward into a firm drive past short cover to collect four vital runs in this tight chase.
Sahan Arachchige c H Brook b H T Crocombe 30 (24) Henry Thomas Crocombe to Sahan Arachchige, no run, c H Brook b H T Crocombe, OUT! Crocombe lands it on a good length on the stumps, and Sahan Arachchige goes forward, chipping it straight towards mid on where Harry Brook secures the catch. He falls for 30 off 24 deliveries. A massive breakthrough as the chase tightens.
Henry Thomas Crocombe to Pavan Rathnayake, Four, Henry Thomas Crocombe bowls a good length ball around off stump. Pavan Rathnayake goes forward and punches it past short cover for four vital runs in this tight chase.
Dunith Wellalage runout (S Curran / J Root) 1 (4) Sam Curran to Dunith Wellalage, no run, runout (S Curran / J Root), Sam Curran delivers a fast ball as the batter hangs in the crease, and absolute panic ensues. Dunith Wellalage is run out for one off four deliveries through the combined work of Curran and Joe Root. That is a massive blow in this tight chase with sixty-seven still needed.
Sam Curran to Pavan Rathnayake, Four, Sam Curran lands a fast good-length ball around off stump. Pavan Rathnayake hangs in the crease, driving it through the slip region for four vital runs in this tight chase.
Liam Dawson to Pavan Rathnayake, Four, Liam Dawson drops it on a good length on the stumps. Hanging in the crease, Pavan Rathnayake fetches a sweep toward square leg to collect four crucial runs in this tight chase.
Pavan Rathnayake c S Baker b L Dawson 118 (77) Liam Dawson to Pavan Rathnayake, no run, c S Baker b L Dawson, OUT! Good length off-spin on the stumps, and Pavan Rathnayake hangs in the crease to sweep it straight to short fine leg where Sonny Baker takes the catch. The centurion departs for a sparkling 118 off 77 balls, falling to Dawson for the second time in this fashion. That is a massive blow in this tight chase with 58 still needed.
Asitha Fernando c T Banton b L Dawson 1 (3) Liam Dawson to Asitha Fernando, no run, c T Banton b L Dawson, Liam Dawson lands an off-break on a good length on the stumps. Asitha Fernando presses forward and chips it towards mid-on, where Tom Banton takes the catch to send him back for one off three balls. That fourth wicket for the spinner seals an improbable task with fifty-six still needed.
Eshan Malinga b S Curran 1 (4) Sam Curran to Eshan Malinga, no run, b S Curran, OUT! Sam Curran lands it on a good length around off stump and takes the final wicket. That brings an end to the innings with Eshan Malinga departing for a duck. England close out the contest comfortably.
Gus Atkinson to Kamindu Mendis, Four, Gus Atkinson pitches this on a good length outside off stump. Kamindu Mendis hangs back in the crease with a defensive push, finding the gap to pick up four.
Gus Atkinson to Avishka Fernando, Four, Gus Atkinson lands it on a good length on the stumps. Avishka Fernando hangs back in the crease and pulls it past short midwicket for four. Sri Lanka need plenty more in this steep chase.
Kamindu Mendis b S Baker 4 (11) Sonny Baker to Kamindu Mendis, no run, b S Baker, Sonny Baker bowls a good length fast delivery around off stump. Kamindu Mendis hangs in the crease to defend, misses completely, and is bowled for four off eleven balls. An improbable chase just grew even steeper.
Sonny Baker to Avishka Fernando, Four, Baker bowls back of a length on off stump. Avishka Fernando hangs in the crease, flicking through short mid-wicket for four to chip away at the steep target.
Sonny Baker to Avishka Fernando, Four, Full length fast delivery on the stumps from Sonny Baker. Avishka Fernando leans forward and flicks it past short mid wicket for four runs, chipping away at the steep target.
Gus Atkinson to Kusal Mendis, Four, Gus Atkinson serves a good length delivery on the stumps. Kusal Mendis whips it past short midwicket, sending the ball away for four needed runs in this steep chase.
Sonny Baker to Kusal Mendis, Four, Good length on off stump from Sonny Baker. Kusal Mendis presses forward and drives it past mid-off to find the fence for four. A much-needed boundary in this steep chase.
Sonny Baker to Kusal Mendis, Six, Baker drops it in short on the stumps, and Kusal Mendis dispatches it straight over short mid wicket for six. A much-needed maximum in this steep chase.
Sonny Baker to Kusal Mendis, Six, Sonny Baker bowls a good length delivery on the stumps. Hanging in the crease, Kusal Mendis pulls it over mid on for six to ease the tight chase.
Gus Atkinson to Avishka Fernando, Four, Gus Atkinson hits a good length on the stumps with good pace. Avishka Fernando hangs back in his crease and pulls it through short mid-wicket for four. That helps keep the demanding chase within reach.
Gus Atkinson to Avishka Fernando, Four, Gus Atkinson pitches this full on off stump. Hanging back in the crease, Avishka Fernando drives firmly past short cover for four.
Sam Curran to Kusal Mendis, Four, Sam Curran hits a good length on the stumps. Hanging in the crease, Kusal Mendis hooks it away cleanly toward square leg for four to bring up the fifty-run partnership in this steep chase.
Sam Curran to Kusal Mendis, Four, Sam Curran pitches this one full around off stump. Kusal Mendis drives it straight past mid-off to collect four much-needed runs in this steep chase.
Liam Dawson to Avishka Fernando, Six, Liam Dawson drops it back of a length on the stumps. Avishka Fernando heaves it over short midwicket, sending the ball cleanly over the rope for six in this demanding chase.
Sam Curran to Kusal Mendis, Four, Sam Curran pitches it full outside off stump. Kusal Mendis presses forward and drives it firmly through mid-off for four, providing a welcome boundary in this tight chase.
Henry Thomas Crocombe to Avishka Fernando, Four, Henry Thomas Crocombe bowls a good-length ball on the stumps. Avishka Fernando presses forward and works a flick through short mid wicket for four in this steep chase.
Henry Thomas Crocombe to Avishka Fernando, Four, Henry Thomas Crocombe bowls a good length ball on the stumps. Avishka Fernando steps forward and flicks it away to square leg for four. In this tight chase, that boundary eases the pressure.
Henry Thomas Crocombe to Avishka Fernando, Four, Good length fast delivery on the stumps. Avishka Fernando steps forward and flicks it past short mid wicket to find the boundary for four runs in this tight chase.
Avishka Fernando c WG Jacks b L Dawson 48 (50) Liam Dawson to Avishka Fernando, no run, c WG Jacks b L Dawson, OUT! Gone this time. Avishka Fernando steps forward to drive this good length off-spinner on the stumps, but chips it straight to Will Jacks at mid off. He falls two short of a half-century, out for 48 off 50 balls, dealing a heavy blow in this demanding chase of 387.
Liam Dawson to Kusal Mendis, Four, Liam Dawson lands it on a good length on the stumps. Kusal Mendis steers it past point, finding four vital runs in a tight chase.
Liam Dawson to Kusal Mendis, Four, Liam Dawson lands this on a good length on the stumps. Kusal Mendis whips it past short midwicket, beating the ring for four crucial runs in this demanding chase.
Sonny Baker to Kusal Mendis, Six, Sonny Baker bowls fast and back of a length on the stumps. Hanging in the crease, Kusal Mendis pulls it cleanly over short mid wicket for six. A much-needed hit in this tight chase.
Sonny Baker to Kusal Mendis, Six, Sonny Baker hits a good length outside off stump, but Kusal Mendis hangs back in the crease and pulls it cleanly. The ball clears the square leg boundary for six in this tight chase.
Gus Atkinson to Pavan Rathnayake, Six, Gus Atkinson pitches this full outside off stump. Pavan Rathnayake lofts it over short cover and sends it all the way for six in a demanding chase.
Gus Atkinson to Pavan Rathnayake, Four, Gus Atkinson lands this on a good length on the stumps. Pavan Rathnayake forces it past short midwicket, beating the ring to collect four needed runs in this stiff chase.
Will Jacks to Pavan Rathnayake, Four, Will Jacks delivers one on a full length outside off stump. Pavan Rathnayake drives it past short cover to collect four vital runs in this tight chase.
Will Jacks to Kusal Mendis, Six, Will Jacks bowls it full and straight on the stumps. Kusal Mendis launches it straight over mid on for six runs, keeping the steep chase moving along.
Gus Atkinson to Kusal Mendis, Four, Gus Atkinson lands it on a good length around leg stump. Kusal Mendis clips it away through square leg, sending it racing to the boundary for four vital runs in this stiff chase.
Kusal Mendis c J Cox b J Root 89 (71) Joe Root to Kusal Mendis, no run, c J Cox b J Root, Joe Root strikes with an off-break pitched on a good length around leg stump. Kusal Mendis hangs in the crease looking to sweep, but Jordan Cox takes the catch. The innings ends on 89 from 71 deliveries, dealing a huge blow to this steep chase.
Dasun Shanaka lbw b L Dawson 4 (11) Liam Dawson to Dasun Shanaka, no run, lbw b L Dawson, Liam Dawson strikes with an off-break pitched full on the stumps. Dasun Shanaka strides forward looking to flick but misses it completely and is trapped lbw. He departs for four off eleven balls, leaving the steep chase in serious trouble.
Joe Root to Janith Liyanage, Six, Joe Root bowls off-spin on a good length around the stumps. Janith Liyanage hangs back in the crease and launches a slog sweep over square leg for six. With the steep required rate climbing, that boundary provides a vital boost.
Joe Root to Janith Liyanage, Six, Joe Root floats an off-break on a good length around the stumps. Janith Liyanage presses forward and sends it soaring over short midwicket for six in a tight chase.
Joe Root to Pavan Rathnayake, Four, Root lands an off-break on a good length in line with the stumps. Rathnayake hangs in his crease, meets it with a firm sweep, and sends it toward square leg for four needed runs in this tight chase.
Sam Curran to Pavan Rathnayake, Four, Sam Curran serves up a full toss on the stumps. Pavan Rathnayake goes back and sweeps it away toward square leg for four vital runs in this tight chase.
Sam Curran to Pavan Rathnayake, Four, Sam Curran bowls a good-length delivery on the stumps. Hanging back in the crease, Pavan Rathnayake drives it past the slips for four in this tight chase.
Will Jacks to Pavan Rathnayake, Four, Will Jacks lands an off-break on a good length around the stumps. Pavan Rathnayake hangs in the crease and drags a slog sweep through short midwicket for four. That eases a fraction of the pressure in a tight chase.
Will Jacks to Pavan Rathnayake, Four, Will Jacks floats an off-break full on off stump. Pavan Rathnayake presses forward and drives firmly towards short cover to collect four. In a tight chase, that releases valuable pressure.
Will Jacks to Pavan Rathnayake, Four, Will Jacks drops it in back of a length on the stumps. Pavan Rathnayake goes forward and punches it past short midwicket for four vital runs in this tight chase.
Sam Curran to Janith Liyanage, Six, Sam Curran bowls back of a length on the stumps. Janith Liyanage hangs in the crease and pulls it cleanly over square leg for six. In a tight chase, that takes the required rate down a fraction.
Liam Dawson to Pavan Rathnayake, Four, Liam Dawson bowls off-spin on the stumps, back of a length. Pavan Rathnayake hangs in the crease and pulls it wide of short mid-wicket for four. That boundary helps in this tight chase.
Sonny Baker to Pavan Rathnayake, Four, Sonny Baker lands a fast delivery on a good length outside off stump. Pavan Rathnayake rocks back and carves an inside-out stroke through point for four. The chase remains a tight contest with the required rate hovering above nine.
Sonny Baker to Janith Liyanage, Four, Baker drops it in back of a length outside off. Janith Liyanage hangs back in his crease, ramps an uppercut over the slip region, and finds four valuable runs in this tight chase.
Janith Liyanage c H Brook b S Baker 27 (17) Sonny Baker to Janith Liyanage, no run, c H Brook b S Baker, Janith Liyanage leans forward to drive a good-length ball on off stump, but chips it towards mid off. Harry Brook takes the catch, ending an enterprising 27 off 17 balls. A massive blow in this tight chase.
Joe Root to Sahan Arachchige, Four, Joe Root floats a full off-break on off stump. Sahan Arachchige presses forward and drives it past short cover for four vital runs in this chase.
Joe Root to Sahan Arachchige, Four, Joe Root bowls off-spin on a good length outside off stump. Sahan Arachchige hangs in the crease and cuts it past slip for four crucial runs in this tight chase.
Gus Atkinson to Sahan Arachchige, Four, Full length around off stump from Gus Atkinson. Sahan Arachchige carves it away towards point for four valuable runs in this tight chase.
Sonny Baker to Sahan Arachchige, Four, Baker drops one in back of a length outside off stump. Sahan Arachchige steers it through point for four valuable runs in this tight chase.
Sonny Baker to Pavan Rathnayake, Four, Sonny Baker lands it on a good length around off stump. Pavan Rathnayake punches it past mid-off, sending the ball racing away to the boundary for four vital runs in this chase.
Henry Thomas Crocombe to Pavan Rathnayake, Four, Henry Thomas Crocombe serves a good length ball outside the off stump. Pavan Rathnayake leans forward into a firm drive past short cover to collect four vital runs in this tight chase.
Sahan Arachchige c H Brook b H T Crocombe 30 (24) Henry Thomas Crocombe to Sahan Arachchige, no run, c H Brook b H T Crocombe, OUT! Crocombe lands it on a good length on the stumps, and Sahan Arachchige goes forward, chipping it straight towards mid on where Harry Brook secures the catch. He falls for 30 off 24 deliveries. A massive breakthrough as the chase tightens.
Henry Thomas Crocombe to Pavan Rathnayake, Four, Henry Thomas Crocombe bowls a good length ball around off stump. Pavan Rathnayake goes forward and punches it past short cover for four vital runs in this tight chase.
Dunith Wellalage runout (S Curran / J Root) 1 (4) Sam Curran to Dunith Wellalage, no run, runout (S Curran / J Root), Sam Curran delivers a fast ball as the batter hangs in the crease, and absolute panic ensues. Dunith Wellalage is run out for one off four deliveries through the combined work of Curran and Joe Root. That is a massive blow in this tight chase with sixty-seven still needed.
Sam Curran to Pavan Rathnayake, Four, Sam Curran lands a fast good-length ball around off stump. Pavan Rathnayake hangs in the crease, driving it through the slip region for four vital runs in this tight chase.
Liam Dawson to Pavan Rathnayake, Four, Liam Dawson drops it on a good length on the stumps. Hanging in the crease, Pavan Rathnayake fetches a sweep toward square leg to collect four crucial runs in this tight chase.
Pavan Rathnayake c S Baker b L Dawson 118 (77) Liam Dawson to Pavan Rathnayake, no run, c S Baker b L Dawson, OUT! Good length off-spin on the stumps, and Pavan Rathnayake hangs in the crease to sweep it straight to short fine leg where Sonny Baker takes the catch. The centurion departs for a sparkling 118 off 77 balls, falling to Dawson for the second time in this fashion. That is a massive blow in this tight chase with 58 still needed.
Asitha Fernando c T Banton b L Dawson 1 (3) Liam Dawson to Asitha Fernando, no run, c T Banton b L Dawson, Liam Dawson lands an off-break on a good length on the stumps. Asitha Fernando presses forward and chips it towards mid-on, where Tom Banton takes the catch to send him back for one off three balls. That fourth wicket for the spinner seals an improbable task with fifty-six still needed.
Eshan Malinga b S Curran 1 (4) Sam Curran to Eshan Malinga, no run, b S Curran, OUT! Sam Curran lands it on a good length around off stump and takes the final wicket. That brings an end to the innings with Eshan Malinga departing for a duck. England close out the contest comfortably.