Joe Root hails England after opening Test win in Sri Lanka

England’s overseas losing run ends with a thumping victory in Galle

England players congratulate bowler Moeen Ali after he dismissed Niroshan Dickwella
England players congratulate bowler Moeen Ali after he dismissed Niroshan Dickwella on day four of the first Test against Sri Lanka
(Image credit: Ishara S. Kodikara/AFP/Getty Images)

Sri Lanka vs. England 1st Test

  • England first innings: 342
  • Sri Lanka first innings: 203
  • England second innings: 322-6 declared
  • Sri Lanka second innings: 250
  • England won by 211 runs

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