Tom Banton posted an imperious 126 off 105 balls to guide England to a dominant 223-run win in the third ODI against Sri Lanka at the Oval, securing a 2-1 series victory. Banton's career-best knock was aided by Harry Brook (77 off 66) and Jordan Cox (76 off 52), who helped set a mammoth target of 356. Sri Lanka collapsed early, sliding from 36-1 to 82-6 in 10 overs after Sonny Baker claimed his maiden ODI wicket, dismissing Pathum Nissanka. Despite half-centuries from Kusal Mendis and Pavan Rathnayake, Sri Lanka could only manage 133 all out. Liam Dawson (3-17) and Gus Atkinson (2-26) ensured a decisive finish. The win marked a successful end to the home summer for Brendon Mc Cullum's side after 12 wins in 14 white-ball games.

Despite early wickets for Sri Lanka, including Ben Duckett (0), England's middle order dominated. The Brook and Banton partnership of 150 runs proved decisive. Banton's innings featured 21 boundaries and five sixes before he was caught at long-on. Jordan Cox continued the momentum with a late flourish. Sri Lanka's batting frayed badly, with no batter scoring above 20 besides captain Mendis. The controversial run-out of Rathnayake further disrupted their chase. England's comprehensive victory highlighted a dominant summer campaign.