England showcased resilience and adaptability to defeat Sri Lanka by five wickets in the second one-day international. The victory ended a long stretch without an overseas ODI win.
On a pitch that heavily favored spin, Sri Lanka struggled to build momentum and were limited to 219. England’s bowlers maintained pressure throughout the innings.
Adil Rashid played a key role, extracting turn and bounce while conceding very few scoring opportunities. His control proved decisive in keeping Sri Lanka in check.
Chasing a tricky target, Joe Root stood tall with a measured 75. He navigated the difficult conditions with patience and smart shot selection.
England stumbled briefly late in the chase, but Jos Buttler’s composure ensured the target was reached. The win sets up a tense series decider.