Ben Duckett's sublime 167 and Liam Dawson's 4-49 earned England a 55-run win over Sri Lanka in Lahore. Duckett struck a majestic 167 from 132 balls as England posted 386-5, setting up a chase after Sri Lanka's previous 430 pursuit. Despite Pavan Rathnayake's brilliant 118 off 77 balls, Sri Lanka fell short, losing their last five wickets for 16 runs.
Dawson claimed the key scalp of Rathnayake in the 45th over, sealing the win. The opening partnership between Duckett and Tom Banton added 163 together before Banton fell for 74. Contributions from Harry Brook (44), Will Jacks (30), and Jordan Cox (43) ensured a commanding total.
England's middle-order depth meant Jos Buttler wasn't needed, while Jordan Cox kept wickets in his absence. The tri-series highlighted England's bowling inexperience, but Duckett's second consecutive century and Banton's form present a selection dilemma for the Australia tour.
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