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Banton Century Leads England to 135-Run ODI Victory Over Australia

Tom Banton scored 121 runs from 99 balls as England secured a 135-run victory against Australia in the second One-Day International, levelling the three-match series.

  • Tom Banton scored 121 runs from 99 balls, contributing to England's total of 355 for six.
  • Gus Atkinson took four wickets for 28 runs from 10 overs for England.
  • England's 355 for six is the highest total by a touring side on Australian soil.

England defeated Australia by 135 runs in the second One-Day International (ODI), levelling the three-match series. Tom Banton was a key performer, scoring 121 runs from 99 balls after England were asked to bat first.

Banton's century helped England post an imposing total of 355 for six, which is the highest score ever by a touring side on Australian soil. Joe Root also contributed with 62 runs, while Jordan Cox made 67 and Will Jacks added an unbeaten 54.

In response, Australia were bowled out for 220. Gus Atkinson led the England bowling attack, taking four wickets for 28 runs from 10 overs, including a three-wicket burst with the new ball. Sonny Baker also took two wickets, and Liam Dawson and Sam Curran each claimed two.

The series is now tied, with the deciding match scheduled to take place in Hobart on Wednesday.

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