Ben Duckett smashed a brilliant 167 and spinner Liam Dawson claimed four wickets to guide England to a 55-run victory over Sri Lanka in their final match of the one-day international tri-series in Lahore. Duckett produced a commanding innings from 132 balls, anchoring his team to a massive total of 386-5 on a batting-friendly surface. Despite another spirited run chase led by Pavan Rathnayake, who scored a blistering 118 off 77 deliveries, Sri Lanka were eventually bowled out for 331 in the 46th over as England secured a well-earned consolation win.
Match Situation and Key Performances
England batted first after winning the toss and immediately took control through an imposing opening partnership. Ben Duckett and Tom Banton put on 163 runs together before Banton fell for 74 after dragging a delivery onto his stumps. Duckett capitalized brilliantly to register his second consecutive century and the highest ODI score of his career. Useful contributions further down the order, including 44 from Harry Brook, 30 from Will Jacks, and a brisk 43 not out from 27 balls by Jordan Cox, lifted England close to the 400-run mark. In response, Sri Lanka threatened an upset much like their previous encounter, with Rathnayake and Kusal Mendis anchoring a fierce reply. Mendis contributed 89 runs, keeping the target within reach and leaving Sri Lanka needing 87 runs from the final ten overs before the innings collapsed.
- Ben Duckett scored 167 runs from 132 balls, setting up England’s imposing total of 386-5.
- Liam Dawson finished with bowling figures of 4-49, breaking the back of the chase.
- Pavan Rathnayake scored 118 off 77 balls for Sri Lanka in a losing effort.
- Sri Lanka lost their final five wickets for just 16 runs to be bowled out for 331.
What Happens Next
The conclusion of this tri-series fixture brings contrasting fortunes for both squads as they prepare for their respective upcoming international fixtures. Sri Lanka must quickly regroup from their bowling fatigue and late-innings batting collapse to face Pakistan in the tri-series final in Lahore on Sunday. Meanwhile, England conclude their assignment in the region and turn their attention to the southern hemisphere, preparing to travel to Australia for an upcoming multi-format tour featuring three one-day internationals and five Twenty20 matches scheduled throughout the month of November.
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