Jos Buttler, the man in-form for England, smashed an explosive ton to power England in 163/4 against Sri Lanka. The opener scored 101 runs off 67 balls with 6 fours & 6 sixes, smashing all the bowlers equally. None of the other English batters could stay for long but 'Jos The Boss' was enough to take on the Lankan bowlers.
English skipper however looked to regain his form as he scored 40 runs off 36 balls with 1 four & 3 sixes. For Sri Lanka, star all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga picked up 3 wickets, while Chameera picked up 1.
Earlier, Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka won the toss & opted to bowl first against England in the 29th match of the T20 World Cup 2021. This match is being played at Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah.
Brief Score:
England - 163/4 (Buttler - 101*(67), Morgan - 40(36), Hasaranga - 3/21)
