England's World Cup hopes dashed by Sri Lanka
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England's hopes of winning the 2023 Cricket World Cup were dashed by Sri Lanka in a thrilling match on Tuesday.
In a dramatic turnaround, Sri Lanka defeated England by 20 runs in a World Cup match at the Oval in London, England.
At the halfway stage, Sri Lanka was in a precarious position. England had reduced them to 135 for 6, with a 22-run lead.
However, Sri Lanka's lower order batsmen staged a remarkable comeback. They scored 117 runs in 13.4 overs, setting a target of 247 for England.
England's chase began poorly, with the team losing three wickets for 33 runs. Despite a 104-run partnership between Joe Root and Ben Stokes, England fell short by 20 runs.
Sri Lanka's victory came after a 24-year gap. Their last World Cup win was against England in the 1999 World Cup.
England's next match is against New Zealand on Friday, while Sri Lanka will face Afghanistan on Saturday.
CONTEXT/BACKGROUND: The 2023 Cricket World Cup is a significant event in the cricketing calendar. It is a One Day International (ODI) tournament where the top cricketing nations compete for the prestigious title. The tournament is being held in England and Wales, with matches taking place across multiple venues. The outcome of this match has significant implications for both teams' progress in the tournament.
