England continued their strong form in white-ball cricket by securing an 89-run victory over Sri Lanka in the first one-day international at Chester-le-Street. The win, powered by an all-round performance from Will Jacks, leaves England needing just one more victory to claim the series.
Match Summary
- England: 265 all out in 48.1 overs (Harry Brook 67, Joe Root 44; Colombage 3-44)
- Sri Lanka: 176 all out in 37 overs (Dunith Wellalage 45; Will Jacks 5-22)
- Result: England won by 89 runs
On a pitch characterized by its slow and low bounce, England struggled to build momentum but managed a competitive total of 265. Harry Brook anchored the innings with 67 from 69 deliveries, supported by Joe Root, who added 44. Will Jacks provided a vital late boost by finishing on 46 not out.
Sri Lanka’s chase faltered due to a timid batting display, with Dunith Wellalage’s 45 off 36 balls representing their highest contribution. Jacks proved clinical with the ball, dismissing key threats Kusal Mendis and Charith Asalanka before cleaning up the tail to finish with career-best ODI figures of 5-22.
This result marks England’s tenth consecutive white-ball victory against Sri Lanka this year. The hosts now have the opportunity to seal the three-match series on Thursday at Headingley, with the final game scheduled for Sunday at The Oval, concluding a challenging summer of cricket. The report also notes that sri Lanka, much improved in the field but far too timid with the bat, were bowled out for 176.
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