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England triumphs over Sri Lanka in T20I series opener
England defeated Sri Lanka by 119 runs in the first T20 International of a three-match series. Harry Brook scored an unbeaten 114, while Jos Buttler contributed 80 runs. Sri Lanka struggled to reach 135 after being bowled out.
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Summary
Harry Brook led from the front with his second and fastest T20I century as England sent Sri Lanka swirling down the Utilita Bowl with victory by 119 runs in the first T20I. England's first innings fell three runs short of the total they made in their last T20I against India, on this very ground.
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