Jacks of all trades helps England fight back to sink Sri Lanka at T20 World Cup

Summary

Will Jacks contributed with both bat and ball to help England recover and defeat Sri Lanka by 51 runs in a low-scoring T20 World Cup match at Pallekele.

Key Points
  • Will Jacks scored 21 runs and took 3 wickets to lead England to victory.
  • England scored 146-9 but bowled out Sri Lanka for 95 within 17 overs.
  • Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka elected to field after winning the toss.
  • England took early wickets to reduce Sri Lanka to 22-4 within five overs, securing a 51-run win.
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