Sri Lanka secured its first Test victory in England in a decade, defeating the hosts by 8 wickets at The Oval, marking a significant moment in their cricketing history. Although they lost the series 2-1, this win revitalizes Sri Lankan Test cricket, as the last victory against England came in June 2014. Pathum Nissanka's unbeaten fifty and a solid partnership with Dhananjaya de Silva, who scored 64 not out, were pivotal in chasing down a target of 125 runs. England's batting woes were highlighted by their collapse from 221-3 to 325 all out, with notable contributions from Sri Lankan bowlers Lahiru Kumara and Vishwa Fernando. Josh Hull, the debutant for England, had a mixed performance, celebrating his first wicket but also dropping a crucial catch. The match showcased the contrasting fortunes of both teams, with Sri Lanka ending a long wait for a win in England.