London [UK], September 23: Will Jacks' all-round efforts helped England grind out an 89-run victory over Sri Lanka in the first one-day international at Chester-le-Street to continue their quiet revival in white-ball cricket.
Faced with a slow and low pitch, Jacks made 46 not out after 67 from Harry Brook and 44 from Joe Root, meaning England posted 265 despite being bowled out in 48.1 overs.
That score appeared only par but a professional bowling performance limited Sri Lanka's scoring and found regular wickets.
Jacks took the big wickets of Kusal Mendis and Charith Asalanka and then wrapped up the tail for career-best figures of 5-22. Sri Lanka, much improved in the field but far too timid with the bat, were bowled out for 176.
Mark Wood retires from internationals
England fast bowler Mark Wood has announced his retirement from international cricket with immediate effect, reports BBC.com.
The 36-year-old, who is one of the fastest bowlers to ever play for England, has been blighted by injuries throughout his career.
"Although this may not come as a surprise given the past year, it just feels like a natural time at the end of my contract," Wood said in a statement on social media.
In white-ball cricket, Wood retires as England's sixth-highest wicket-taker in men's T20s with 54 from 38 matches, and he took 80 scalps in 70 one-day internationals.
Scores: England 265 (48.1 overs): Brook 67 (69); Colombage 3-44 Sri Lanka 176 (37 overs): Wellalage 45 (36); Jacks 5-22.
Source: Qatar Tribune
