Ben Duckett's sublime century and four wickets for Liam Dawson earned England a 55-run consolation win over Sri Lanka in their final match of the tri-series, according to BBC Sport. Duckett struck a majestic 167 from 132 balls as England racked up 386-5 in Lahore.
According to BBC Sport, the innings set up a tantalising chase following Sri Lanka's pursuit of 430 in their previous encounter a week ago. In another high-scoring match with very little contest between bat and ball, the chase followed a similar trajectory as Sri Lanka kept themselves within touching distance of the run-rate, needing 87 off the final 10 overs. However, England's bowlers held their nerve to dismiss Sri Lanka for 331 in 45 overs, with Pavan Rathnayake scoring 118 off 77 balls in vain.
BBC Sport reported that the opening partnership between Duckett and Tom Banton added 163 before Banton dragged on for 74. Contributions of 44 from Harry Brook, 30 from Will Jacks, and 43 off 27 from Jordan Cox helped England post a commanding total, meaning Joe Root was not required to bat. For Sri Lanka, Kusal Mendis contributed 89 alongside Rathnayake, but the team lost their final five wickets for just 16 runs as Dawson claimed the key scalp of Rathnayake in the 45th over.
Background
According to BBC Sport, Duckett became the third England opener to pass 150 twice in ODIs, capitalising on a batting-friendly surface and a tiring Sri Lanka attack with very little swing or seam movement on offer. The report noted that Sri Lanka's bowlers toiled in the heat during the fixture.
Why it matters
The match serves as the final fixture of the tri-series for England before they travel to Australia, while Sri Lanka prepares to face Pakistan in the tri-series final on Sunday.
What's next
According to BBC Sport, Sri Lanka will face Pakistan in the tri-series final on Sunday, while England travels to Australia for three ODIs and five T20s in November.