Sports · 22 February 2026
England Defeat Sri Lanka by 51 Runs in T20 Clash
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England beat Sri Lanka by 51 runs in their T20 World Cup match in Kandy, defending 146 for nine after bowling the hosts out for 95 in 16.4 overs. Phil Salt struck 62 off 40 balls to anchor England’s innings, while Will Jacks claimed three wickets to break Sri Lanka’s chase. Dasun Shanaka top-scored with 30, but regular wickets stalled momentum, sealing a comfortable England victory. The result boosts England’s campaign in the group stage of the tournament this year.
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