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England Dominates Sri Lanka in 2nd Test

England has secured a convincing victory over Sri Lanka in the second test of the Crowe-Thorpe Trophy 2024, taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series. The match, played at Lord's, saw England's bowlers deliver a stellar performance, particularly Gus Atkinson, who finished with a five-wicket haul.

Sri Lanka began Day 4 with a daunting task of needing 430 runs with 8 wickets in hand. Despite a determined effort from their batters, especially Dimuth Karunaratne who scored a half-century, the visitors struggled to build lasting partnerships. The pitch, although still good for batting, proved challenging as the English bowlers maintained the right line and lengths.

Key performances included:
- Gus Atkinson: 5 wickets
- Olly Stone: 2 wickets
- Shoaib Bashir: 1 wicket
- Chris Woakes: 2 wickets, including the final wicket to seal the win
- Joe Root: Masterclass in both innings
- Dimuth Karunaratne: Half-century for Sri Lanka

The fall of wickets for Sri Lanka highlighted the consistent pressure from the English bowlers, with wickets falling at regular intervals. This victory marks England's first win over Sri Lanka at Lord's in over a decade, showcasing a strong team performance from the home side.

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