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Steady Joe Root Helps England Level ODI Series In Sri Lanka

January 24, 2026

Joe Root's steady innings of 75 led England to a five-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in the second ODI, leveling the three-match series at 1-1. England's bowlers excelled, utilizing an unprecedented amount of spin to restrict Sri Lanka to 219 runs.

Joe Root celebrates his fifty runs during the second ODI cricket match between England and Sri Lanka

Credit: Hindustantimes

Key Highlights

Joe Root scored 75 runs, guiding England to a successful chase of 220.
England bowled 40.3 overs of spin, the most in an ODI match.
Sri Lanka was all out for 219 runs, with Charith Asalanka scoring 45.
The victory leveled the ODI series at 1-1.
England's bowling attack featured six slow bowlers.

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Steady Joe Root Helps England Level ODI Series In Sri Lanka

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