England completed a T20 series sweep against Sri Lanka, winning the final match by 12 runs in Pallekele. After being put in to bat, England struggled early, reaching 60-6. However, a strong performance from Sam Curran, who scored 58, helped England post 128-9. Jacob Bethell and Will Jacks then starred with the ball, restricting Sri Lanka to 116 all out.

The victory marks England's lowest successful defense in T20 cricket. The win is a timely boost for England ahead of the upcoming T20 World Cup. Sri Lanka appeared to be in control until a late collapse. Dushmantha Chameera's five-wicket haul for Sri Lanka was not enough to prevent England’s triumph.

England's spinners proved to be the difference, dismantling Sri Lanka's batting lineup. The series win demonstrates England's ability to adapt to different conditions. This performance provides a significant confidence boost as they prepare for the T20 World Cup, beginning this weekend.

Looking ahead, England will be aiming to carry this momentum into the T20 World Cup. They will face Nepal, West Indies, Scotland, and Italy in the first round. The tournament will be live on Sky Sports. The Sri Lankan team will need to address its batting struggles for the upcoming World Cup.