England Secures Test Series Victory Over Sri Lanka

England secured a series victory against Sri Lanka by winning the second Test at Lord's with a 190-run margin, thanks to a standout performance from Gus Atkinson, who took 5 wickets for 62 runs and scored a crucial 118 in the first innings. This victory puts England ahead 2-0 in the three-match series, following a dominant 3-0 triumph over the West Indies earlier this summer. Joe Root also made significant contributions with centuries in both innings, setting a national record with his 34th Test hundred. Despite a challenging pitch and a thin crowd, England's performance showcased their potential for an undefeated home Test season, not achieved since 2004. The third and final Test is set to take place at The Oval on Friday. England's bowling attack has remained resilient, even with injuries affecting key players like Ben Stokes and Mark Wood.