Brook, Jacks power England to commanding 89-run ODI victory over Sri Lanka

England's batting lineup proved too strong for Sri Lanka on a slow, low-pitched surface as the hosts posted 265 before restricting their visitors to 176 in the first ODI. Captain Brook top-scored with 67, while all-rounder Jacks made an impactful 46 not out to boost England's total during the later stages of the innings. Opener Ben Duckett (32), Joe Root (44) and Jos Buttler (31) also contributed meaningfully to the winning effort.

With the ball, Jacks produced a standout performance, claiming five wickets for 22 runs to dismantle Sri Lanka's batting order on a pitch offering little assistance to batsmen. The part-time spinner's spell proved decisive in preventing the visitors from mounting any sustained challenge during their chase.

Sri Lanka's efforts were hampered by the demanding conditions, with only debutant legspinner Sachindu Colombage offering genuine resistance. The 28-year-old claimed three wickets for 44 runs in an impressive first international appearance, accounting for Root and Buttler among his scalps. However, Colombage's spirited performance proved insufficient as Sri Lanka's middle and lower order struggled against England's disciplined bowling attack.

The victory extends England's recent dominance in white-ball cricket against Sri Lanka, following a clean sweep in the preceding T20 series last week where the hosts won all three matches. The two teams will continue their ODI contest in the subsequent fixtures of the series.