Sports · 23 September 2026

England beat Sri Lanka by 89 runs in ODI series

England beat Sri Lanka by 89 runs in the first one-day international, despite being bowled out for 265. Will Jacks, the new vice-captain, scored an unbeaten 46 and took five wickets for 22 runs from seven overs. The victory gives England a 1-0 lead, with the next match scheduled for Thursday at Headingley.

By BriefTea Editorial · 23 September 2026 at 0:12

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