Sri Lanka produced a remarkable batting performance against England in the Pakistan ODI Tri-Nation Series on 22 October 2026, chasing a huge target after Harry Brook delivered a record-breaking innings for England. Brook scored 202 runs from 116 balls, helping England post 429 for four in 50 overs at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Sri Lanka’s successful pursuit of the 430-run target turned the match into one of the most extraordinary run chases in men’s One-Day International (ODI) cricket.
Harry Brook Breaks ODI Records With Historic Double-Century
England captain Harry Brook delivered a remarkable individual performance, scoring 202 runs from 116 deliveries. His innings included 21 fours and 10 sixes, giving England a powerful platform to set an imposing total.
Brook reached his double-century in just 114 balls, breaking the previous record for the fastest men’s ODI double-century, held by India’s Shubman Gill, who achieved the milestone in 117 deliveries against the West Indies.
The innings also made Brook the first English batter to score a double-century in men’s ODI cricket. He surpassed Ben Stokes’ previous England record of 182 not out against New Zealand in 2023.
Joe Root contributed 69 runs from 66 balls, while Will Jacks added an unbeaten 66 from just 30 deliveries. England finished on 429 for four, setting Sri Lanka a target of 430.
Sri Lanka Complete a Remarkable 430-Run Chase
Sri Lanka responded with an extraordinary batting display, reaching 430 for eight in 49.5 overs to win by two wickets with one ball remaining.
Pavan Rathnayake played a major role in the chase, scoring 130 runs from 106 deliveries. His innings provided stability and momentum as Sri Lanka pursued the demanding target.
Despite England’s enormous total, Sri Lanka maintained the scoring rate needed to remain in contention. The team’s ability to build partnerships and score consistently under pressure proved decisive.
Sri Lanka’s successful pursuit ranked among the highest successful run chases in men’s ODI history. The match also produced a remarkable contrast: England lost despite one of its batters scoring a double-century.
What Went Wrong for England?
England’s total of 429 for four would ordinarily place enormous pressure on an opposing team. However, Sri Lanka’s batting demonstrated how quickly the balance can change in modern ODI cricket.
Brook’s innings and the contributions from Root and Jacks highlighted England’s attacking potential. Nevertheless, the result showed that even a massive total cannot guarantee victory when the opposition sustains its scoring rate and builds decisive partnerships.
England’s bowling attack was unable to prevent Sri Lanka from reaching the target before the final delivery. The defeat raises questions about England’s ability to defend exceptionally high totals, while Sri Lanka will take confidence from its disciplined and determined chase.
England vs Sri Lanka delivered a dramatic result in Pakistan’s ODI tri-nation series. Harry Brook’s record-breaking 202 and England’s total of 429 for four were remarkable achievements, but Sri Lanka’s successful chase of 430 proved decisive. The result has added excitement to the tournament and given cricket fans in Pakistan another memorable match to discuss
