Gus Atkinson Shines as England Seals Series Win Against Sri Lanka

Gus Atkinson took five wickets for the second time in the match, leading England to a 190-run win over Sri Lanka and an unassailable 2-0 lead in the test series. Despite a spirited counterattack, Sri Lanka fell short of their 483-run target. England's victory was also bolstered by centuries from Joe Root.

Gus Atkinson took five wickets to get himself on the Lord's honours board for the second time in the match as England sealed a comprehensive 190-run win over Sri Lanka on Sunday, taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-test series.

The newest superstar followed his first innings century with figures of 5-62 in Sri Lanka's second as the visitors ultimately crumbled to 292 all out despite a spirited counterattack. Set a massive 483 to win, Sri Lanka's approach was to attack, ensuring a steady flow of wickets and boundaries that at times resembled a limited-overs contest.

Key moments in the match included nightwatchman Prabath Jayasuriya's quick dismissal in the morning session, Dimuth Karunaratne's half-century, and standout performances from Angelo Mathews and Dinesh Chandimal. England's frontline spinner initially struggled but the experienced Chris Woakes helped maintain control. The third test of the Sri Lanka series starts on Sept. 6 at the Oval.

(With inputs from agencies.)