Pathum Nissanka's unbeaten century led Sri Lanka to an eight-wicket victory over England in the third Test at The Oval, marking Sri Lanka's first Test win on English soil since 2014. England, despite winning the series 2-1, suffered a batting collapse on day three, with Jamie Smith's 67 being a rare highlight amidst the team's struggle. Sri Lanka's bowlers, particularly Lahiru Kumara and Vishwa Fernando, played a crucial role in England's downfall. Former England captain Michael Vaughan criticized the team's 'Bazball' approach, warning against taking the game lightly, a sentiment echoed by Alastair Cook. England had hoped for a clean sweep after winning the first two Tests, but their aggressive strategy backfired, allowing Sri Lanka to capitalize and secure a memorable win.