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Kusal Mendis scores 121 as Sri Lanka bats first against England

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Last updated Sep 24, 2026

Kusal Mendis scores 121 as Sri Lanka bats first against England
Summary

Kusal Mendis scored 121 off 100 balls while leading Sri Lanka in their innings at Headingley during the second One Day International against England. This performance is a significant contribution as Sri Lanka aims for a strong total after electing to bat first. The match is currently underway, and Sri Lanka looks to build on Mendis's innings in the ongoing game.

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By the Numbers
  • •Kusal Mendis scores 121 runs off 100 balls.
  • •Sri Lanka chooses to bat first against England.
  • •The second One Day International is in progress at Headingley.
  • •Sri Lanka aims for a big total in their innings.
Latest Updates
  • 8:10 PMBBC Sport — Mendis stars as Sri Lanka beat England to set up series decider
  • 2:07 PMBBC Sport — 'He's changing the narrative' - Marvellous Mendis stars for Sri Lanka
What they're saying
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Kusal Mendis scores 121 to help Sri Lanka to a surprise win against England as they fought back to secure a 16-run victory against England at Headingley to level the three-match series and set up a decider at The Oval on Sunday.

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Kusal Mendis produces a captain's innings at Headingley as he scores 121 off 100 balls to put Sri Lanka on course for a big score as they bat first against England in the second One Day International.

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