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England overcame difficult conditions to claim a hard-fought five-wicket win against Sri Lanka in the second ODI. The victory snapped an extended run of away defeats.
Sri Lanka found scoring tough on a turning pitch and were unable to build sustained partnerships. England’s bowlers exploited the conditions effectively.
Adil Rashid stood out with disciplined bowling, keeping the batters guessing and limiting boundary opportunities. England’s spin-heavy strategy paid off.
Joe Root then took charge with the bat, anchoring the innings with a well-judged 75. His knock brought stability after early uncertainty.
Jos Buttler ensured there were no late surprises, guiding England home. The win sets up a decisive final match in the series.