New Delhi, September 16 (Daily Kiran) : England kicked off their home T20 series against Sri Lanka with a resounding victory, winning by 119 runs in the first match held on September 16, 2026. The game showcased the talents of former captain Jos Buttler and current captain Harry Brook, both of whom played crucial roles in the team’s success.
After the match, Brook praised Buttler, calling him one of England’s finest players. He noted, “The partnership with Buttler was fantastic. Honestly, every time we’ve scored well, Jos has been there. He has always been an incredible player for England. It’s great to see him getting back into form and playing such good cricket.”
Opening the innings, Buttler and Brook forged a remarkable second-wicket partnership, scoring 128 runs off just 60 balls. During this collaboration, Buttler appeared more dominant, narrowly missing out on a century. He scored 80 runs off 44 balls, hitting 3 sixes and 8 fours before getting out. In contrast, Brook seized his opportunity, achieving his second T20 century with an impressive 114 runs off 49 balls, including 6 sixes and 10 fours. Thanks to their efforts, England posted a formidable total of 254 runs for the loss of 4 wickets after losing the toss.
Sri Lanka struggled in response, bowled out for just 135 runs in 19 overs, handing England a convincing victory. Buttler’s return to form is particularly promising for the team as they prepare for the upcoming ODI World Cup in 2027.
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