Sri Lanka Stuns England with Record-Breaking ODI Chase
England captain Harry Brook sets a new record for the fastest ODI double century, but Sri Lanka's remarkable chase secures a two-wicket win.
Sri Lanka's historic ODI chase saw them overcome England's record-breaking total of 429-4. Harry Brook's astonishing 202 off 116 balls was not enough to prevent Sri Lanka's victory.
England's high-scoring total was set up by Brook's record-breaking innings, which saw him surpass Ben Stokes' previous best score of 182.
Sri Lanka's chase was marked by a thrilling finish, with Liyanage hitting a six off the penultimate delivery to secure the win with one ball to spare.
This absurd contest saw Sri Lanka haul down a target of 430, with Rathnayake top-scoring with 130 and Fernando striking 97.
Why it matters
This remarkable ODI match will be remembered for years to come, with Brook's record-breaking innings and Sri Lanka's historic chase making it a truly unforgettable contest.
How the story unfolded
Read the original reporting
- Yahoo Sports – Harry Brook breaks Shubman Gill's fastest 200 record as Sri Lanka pull off historic ODI run chase ↗
- Sky Sports – Sri Lanka chase down 430 to stun England after Brook makes ODI history ↗
- The Guardian – Sri Lanka stun England with second-highest ODI chase despite Brook’s 202 ↗
- BBC News – Harry Brook's double century breaks record for highest-ever England one-day score ↗
- Al Jazeera – Sri Lanka beat England to overcome Harry Brook hitting fastest 200 in ODIs ↗
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Frequently asked questions
What happened with ODI Cricket record?
England captain Harry Brook sets a new record for the fastest ODI double century, but Sri Lanka's remarkable chase secures a two-wicket win. Harry Brook set a new record for the fastest ODI double century, scoring 202 off 116 balls.
When did the ODI Cricket record story break?
FlashFeed published this brief on October 23, 2026. The earliest report it draws on, from BBC News, is dated October 22, 2026.
What are the main details of the ODI Cricket record story?
Sri Lanka's successful ODI chase stands as the second-highest in history, with this achievement attributed to the team's efforts. England's total of 429-4 was their fourth-highest in the 50-over format.
Why is ODI Cricket record in the news?
This remarkable ODI match will be remembered for years to come, with Brook's record-breaking innings and Sri Lanka's historic chase making it a truly unforgettable contest.
Who reported the ODI Cricket record story?
This brief is based on reporting from BBC News, The Guardian, Sky Sports, Al Jazeera and Yahoo Sports. Links to their original stories are listed on this page.
How we made this brief: FlashFeed brings together facts reported by the outlets listed above and writes a fresh, short explanation with the help of AI. Every brief is checked so it does not copy the publishers' wording. The original reporting belongs to those outlets – please read their full stories.
