England beat Australia by 135 runs

Gus Atkinson's 4/28 proved decisive as England claimed a 135-run victory over Australia at Adelaide Oval. England's bowling in the second innings wrapped up Australia for 221, securing a comprehensive win. The result left England as winners by 135 runs.

England posted 355/6 from their 50 overs, powered by Tom Banton's 121 off 99 balls. Jordan Cox hit 67 off 49 and Joe Root 62 off 68, while Will Jacks finished 54 not out off 40. Australia’s top bowlers were Xavier Bartlett with 3/72, Cooper Connolly with 1/11 and Spencer Johnson with 1/61.

Australia, chasing a target of 356, were all out for 221 in 44.4 overs. Cameron Green made 64 off 82 and Matt Renshaw 63 off 74, with Riley Meredith scoring 19 off 30 and Adam Zampa 18 off 15. England’s attack was led by Gus Atkinson (4/28), with Sam Curran (2/38) and Liam Dawson (2/41) also chipping in.

England won by 135 runs to level the series 1-1 with Australia. The win evens the One Day International series between the two sides.