England's smoky batting sets Sri Lanka a target of 430 runs

In the third match of the tri-nation series held at Pindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi, England set a massive target of 430 runs for Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka, having won the toss, invited England to bat first. England, known for holding the record for the highest total in ODI history, showcased a powerful batting performance. In pursuit of the daunting target, Sri Lanka's batting started confidently, and they managed to score 363 runs for the loss of 5 wickets. Among the key Sri Lankan batsmen, Powan Ratnayake scored an impressive 130 runs before being dismissed, while Dasun Shanaka and Avishka Fernando each contributed 97 runs to the total. The match highlights England's formidable batting prowess and Sri Lanka's strong chase attempt in a high-scoring encounter, making it a significant game in the tri-nation series.