England Defeats Sri Lanka in First Test

England maintained its unbeaten Test summer, achieving a five-wicket victory against Sri Lanka at Old Trafford. Despite a shaky start, where Sri Lanka led by 82 runs at one point, England's resilience was showcased by Joe Root's decisive performance and Jamie Smith's maiden Test century, making him the youngest English wicketkeeper to score a hundred. The match was marked by an injury scare to fast bowler Mark Wood, raising concerns about his fitness. Sri Lanka's Angelo Mathews provided resistance with a score of 65, but England's bowling unit ultimately proved too strong. The win follows a dominant series against the West Indies, where England secured a 3-0 victory, marking a significant turnaround for the team amid several key player changes due to retirements and injuries.