England beat Sri Lanka 3-0 to reclaim T20 world number one spot

England secured a decisive 3‑0 sweep of Sri Lanka in the third Twenty‑20 International, clinching a clean‑series victory that saw the hosts reclaim the top spot in the ICC T20I rankings. The final match, played at the Rose Bowl, saw England win by 6 wickets, with their batting lineup posting a competitive total and the bowlers containing the Sri Lankan attack to a modest score. The win confirmed England’s dominance in the format and reinforced their position as the world’s best side in T20 internationals.

The series, which began on 23 March, had seen England win the first two games by comfortable margins, with standout performances from key players such as Joe Root and Ben Stokes. Sri Lanka’s attempts to mount a comeback were thwarted by disciplined fielding and strategic bowling changes from the English side. With the series complete, England’s ascent to the number one ranking reflects their consistent performance across all three matches and underscores their strength in the shortest format of the game.