England concluded a turbulent summer on a high note, clinching a one-sided victory against Sri Lanka in the one-day international series decider. Tom Banton was the star, smashing his maiden international century with an impressive 126 runs from 105 balls.
Jordan Cox also played a crucial role, adding 76 runs from 52 balls, as England set a formidable total of 355 for seven. Sri Lanka's chase never gained momentum, and they were eventually dismissed for 132 runs in just 29.1 overs, securing a 2-1 series win for England.
Captain Harry Brook contributed 77 from 66 balls and oversaw Sri Lanka's collapse. Will Jacks took the final wicket and was named player of the series, capping off England's sixth bilateral series win in limited-overs cricket this year.