By Islam El-Sakka
England secured a 55-run victory over Sri Lanka in the final match of their tri-series in Pakistan on Thursday, ending a winless run in the country with a dominant display at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.
Duckett's century powers England
Ben Duckett struck a sparkling 167 off 132 balls, his second consecutive hundred and third in four innings at the venue, as England posted 386 for five after being sent in. Tom Banton contributed 74 at the top of the order, and the pair shared a 163-run opening stand.
Sri Lanka's chase falls short
Pavan Rathnayake hit a second successive century against England, scoring 118 off 77 balls, but lacked support from the middle order. Sri Lanka were bowled out for 331, with Liam Dawson taking four wickets.
First ODI win in Pakistan for England
The victory marked England's first in seven ODIs in Pakistan, having squandered winning positions in the previous three matches. The win provides a morale boost ahead of a white-ball series in Australia.
