Liam Livingstone saw England to a series-clinching win over Sri Lanka as the hosts overcame a batting slump in a rain-affected second Twenty20 international at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff on Thursday. England appeared to have the game sown up after holding Sri Lanka to 111 at Glamorgan's headquarters. But they collapsed to 36-4 in the face of some spirited Sri Lanka bowling chasing 112 - a target reduced to 103 from 18 overs following a rain delay. Earlier, a fine collective effort in the field saw Sri Lanka held to a meagre total, with 111 the fewest number of runs England have conceded when bowling their full 20 overs at this level. Curran's six down the ground ended the match, with England assured of a series success ahead of Saturday's finale at Southampton.

Source: News 24 June 24, 2021 22:07 UTC