GENERAL23 Sept 2026
England vs Sri Lanka: Jacks, Brook guide England to 89-run win in 1st ODI
England beat Sri Lanka by 89 runs in the first One Day International. Captain Harry Brook made 67, while part-time spinner Will Jacks took five wickets for 22 runs after scoring 46 not out. Sri Lanka were bowled out for 176 on a slow, low pitch, with their debutant legspinner Sachindu Colombage taking three for 44. England had already won the Twenty20 series 3-0 last week.
Key Statutory Highlights
- England won the first One Day International against Sri Lanka by 89 runs, with captain Harry Brook top-scoring at 67.
- Will Jacks took five wickets for 22 runs and also made 46 not out for England.
- Sri Lanka were all out for 176, and their debutant legspinner Sachindu Colombage took three wickets for 44.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If you are following the series, keep an eye on England's team news for the next match, since spinner Adil Rashid will miss the whole series with a hand injury.
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