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Root's record century puts England on brink of victory

BBC Sport 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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