ENG Vs SL 2024 1st Test: Match Highlights, Key Moments And Videos

England beat Sri Lanka in the 1st Test in Manchester (X)

England secured a five-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in the first Test at Old Trafford, Manchester, on Saturday. With this win, the hosts have taken a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.

Here’s the timeline of how ENG vs SL panned out in Manchester:

ENG vs SL Highlights - Day 1: 

Sri Lanka’s Top Order Collapses; England Seizes Early Advantage

The ENG vs SL 1st Test started with Sri Lanka opting to bat, only to face a brutal collapse. Chris Woakes and Gus Atkinson ripped through the top order, reducing the visitors to 6/3 within seven overs.

Dhananjaya de Silva's 74 provided some resistance, but Sri Lanka were eventually bowled out for 236. England ended the day on 22/0, firmly in control.

ENG vs SL Highlights - Day 2

Jamie Smith’s Century Puts England in Command

Rain interrupted play, but England made the most of the available time. Despite losing early wickets, Jamie Smith's superb 111 off 148 balls steadied the ship.

Supported by Harry Brook's 56, England posted 358, gaining a crucial 122-run lead. Prabath Jayasuriya was Sri Lanka's best bowler, taking 3/85.

ENG vs SL Highlights - Day 3

Kamindu Mendis Leads Sri Lanka's Fightback

Facing a massive deficit, Sri Lanka showed resilience on Day 3. Angelo Mathews scored 65, but it was Kamindu Mendis who stood tall with a composed 113 before being dismissed by Atkinson.

Together with Mathews and Dinesh Chandimal who scored (79), he helped Sri Lanka reach 326, setting England a target of 205. Chris Woakes and Matthew Potts took three wickets each to keep England in the driver's seat.

ENG vs SL Highlights - Day 4

Root Steers England to Victory

Chasing 205, England faced some early jitters, slipping to 70/3. Joe Root, however, held the innings together with a patient 62 not out. 

Supported by Harry Brook (32) and Jamie Smith (39), Root guided England to a five-wicket win, sealing a 1-0 series lead.

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