Banton's maiden ODI century guides England to series victory over Sri Lanka

Tom Banton marked a milestone in his international cricket career with a maiden one-day international century as England secured the series against Sri Lanka under captain Harry Brook's leadership.

The English batsman's impressive knock proved decisive in the match, enabling the hosts to post a competitive total. Sri Lanka's batting performance fell short of the required run rate, with the tourists struggling to mount an effective response.

The collapse in Sri Lanka's second innings effectively handed the series to England, who completed their victory with a dominant display across the three-match contest. Brook's side demonstrated strong form throughout the series, with both batting and bowling units combining effectively.

For Banton, the century represents a significant achievement in his ODI career, underlining his growing credentials as a reliable middle-order batter for the English side. The win extends England's recent momentum in the one-day format ahead of their forthcoming international fixtures.