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Root's record century puts England on brink of victory

BBC News Saturday, 31 August 2024 ()
Root's record century puts England on brink of victoryWatch highlights as Sri Lanka end day three 53-2 in their chase of 483, after Joe Root hit a record-breaking 34th Test century for England at Lord's.
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