The match was held at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium in Colombo, where Sri Lanka set England a target of 272 runs. In reply, England were bowled out for 252 in 49.2 overs.
Ben Duckett (62) and Joe Root (61) provided resistance for England with half-centuries, while Jamie Overton gave England late hope with a quick 34 off just 17 deliveries. However, the visitors ultimately fell short of the target.
Sri Lanka’s bowlers delivered a strong collective performance, with Jeffrey Vandersay claiming 2 for 39, Dunith Wellalage taking 2 for 41, and Pramod Madushan emerging as the standout bowler with figures of 3 for 39.
With this win, Sri Lanka have gained early momentum in the ODI series against England.
