London: England produced a dominant all-round performance at The Oval to defeat Sri Lanka by 223 runs in the third and final ODI, securing a 2-1 series victory.

Tom Banton Hits Maiden ODI Century

England were asked to bat first and posted a formidable 355/7 in 50 overs.

The innings was led by opener Tom Banton, who produced his maiden ODI century. He scored 126 runs from 105 deliveries, hitting 16 fours and five sixes.

Banton built an important partnership with captain Harry Brook, who contributed 77 from 66 balls.

Jordan Cox Provides Late Acceleration

Jordan Cox also played a major role in England’s imposing total.

Returning to the ODI side, Cox struck 76 from 52 balls, including six fours and two sixes. His aggressive batting helped England accelerate during the closing stages of the innings.

Will Jacks added 25, while Jamie Overton remained unbeaten on 21 as England finished with 355 runs.

Sri Lanka’s Chase Collapses

Sri Lanka needed 356 runs to win but struggled from the beginning of their chase.

England’s bowlers repeatedly broke through the Sri Lankan batting order, preventing the visitors from establishing a substantial partnership.

Sri Lanka were eventually dismissed for just 132 in 29.1 overs, giving England a huge 223-run victory.

Liam Dawson Leads Bowling Attack

Liam Dawson was England’s leading wicket-taker, finishing with 3/26 from eight overs.

Gus Atkinson claimed two wickets, while several other England bowlers also contributed to the collapse. Six of England’s seven bowlers used during the innings took at least one wicket.

Sri Lanka captain Kusal Mendis was his team’s highest scorer with 36, but the visitors never came close to challenging England’s target.

England Win Series 2-1

The victory gave England a 2-1 series win after the three-match contest.

England won the opening ODI by 89 runs, Sri Lanka responded with a 16-run victory in the second match, and the series was ultimately decided at The Oval.

Banton’s Breakthrough Performance

Banton’s century was the defining moment of the match.

His 126-run innings provided the foundation for England’s huge total and earned him the Player of the Match award. Will Jacks was named Player of the Series.

The result also completed a successful limited-overs period for England, with the team continuing to develop its ODI combination ahead of future international assignments.