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Brook and Buttler lead as Sri Lanka falls to 119-run defeat

ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 9:43 PM

Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Brook and Buttler lead as Sri Lanka falls to 119-run defeat
Summary

In a match on September 15, England posted 254 for 4 against Sri Lanka. The victory was highlighted by a strong partnership between captain Jos Buttler and Harry Brook. Sri Lanka struggled in response, with England's fast bowler taking three wickets to seal the outcome. The match concluded with Sri Lanka unable to mount a successful chase, resulting in a decisive 119-run defeat.

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  • •England scores 254 for 4 in the first innings
  • •Buttler and Brook contribute significantly
  • •England's fast bowler captures three wickets
  • •Sri Lanka falls short in response
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  • 9:43 PMESPNcricinfo — Brook, Buttler, Baker star as Sri Lanka slump to 119-run rout
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Captain and former captain combine to post 254 for 4, before fast bowler leads the line with three wickets

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