England won by 223 runs over Sri Lanka in Sunday’s third ODI, with Player of the Match Tom Banton’s 126 powering 355/7 before the visitors were dismissed for 132. The emphatic result gave England a 2-1 ODI series victory and brought the Sri Lanka tour of England 2026 to a close.

Banton leads England’s commanding total

England’s 355/7 was built around Banton’s magnificent 126, an innings that supplied both the authority and momentum for a decisive final ODI. Harry Brook added 77 and Jordan Cox contributed 76, giving the home side three substantial scores and leaving Sri Lanka with an imposing chase.

Sri Lanka’s bowlers had to work through a formidable England batting effort. Asitha Fernando finished with three wickets, while Sachindu Colombage claimed two and Janith Liyanage took one. In the recorded opening 15 overs, D Madushanka returned 1/22 from five overs, AM Fernando conceded 25 without reward from five, E Malinga had 0/17 from four and DN Wellalage delivered one over for 0/3.

England bowlers complete a one-sided finish

Sri Lanka were unable to establish the foundation required in pursuit of 356 and were bowled out for 132 in 29.1 overs. Kusal Mendis made 35, Janith Liyanage scored 19 and Pavan Rathnayake added 18, but England’s attack kept making inroads.

Liam Dawson led the wicket-taking effort with three wickets, Gus Atkinson took two and Will Jacks claimed one as England turned their huge first-innings advantage into a 223-run victory. The margin underlined the gulf between the sides in the deciding ODI.

Series decided after mixed ODI leg

England had entered the final ODI level at 1-1 after winning the first match by 89 runs and Sri Lanka responding with a 16-run victory in the second. Banton’s hundred ensured England regained control when it mattered, extending their lead to a series-clinching 2-1.

The ODI outcome followed England’s 3-0 T20I sweep. They won the opening T20I by 119 runs, followed by victories by six wickets with 47 balls remaining and eight wickets with 62 balls remaining. There are no further matches in the series.

Key performers

  • Tom Banton, England: 126 runs and Player of the Match.
  • Harry Brook, England: 77 runs.
  • Jordan Cox, England: 76 runs.
  • Liam Dawson, England: 3 wickets.
  • Gus Atkinson, England: 2 wickets.
  • Kusal Mendis, Sri Lanka: 35 runs.
  • Asitha Fernando, Sri Lanka: 3 wickets.

NerdSports Stat: England’s 223-run winning margin was 91 runs greater than Sri Lanka’s entire total of 132.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who won the match between England and Sri Lanka?

England won the match by 223 runs.

Who was the Player of the Match?

Tom Banton was named Player of the Match for scoring 126 runs.

What is the series standing after this match?

England won the ODI series 2-1 after taking the third and final ODI by 223 runs.

Who was the top scorer in this match?

Tom Banton top-scored with 126 runs.

When is the next match in the series?

There is no next match, with the Sri Lanka tour of England 2026 concluded.