# Banton century and Atkinson’s four wickets help England level series v Australia

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/banton-century-and-atkinsons-four-wickets-help-england-level-series-v-australia/
- Published: 2026-11-15T11:49:45+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-15T19:34:56+00:00
- Original publisher: CNA (publisher lean: Centre)
- Original article: https://www.channelnewsasia.com/sport/banton-century-and-atkinsons-four-wickets-help-england-level-series-v-australia-6552891
- Topics: Entertainment, TV, UK, World

## Key points

- Banton made 121 as England posted 355-6.
- Atkinson took 4-28 in a 135-run win.
- The series is level at 1-1 before Hobart.

## Summary

England beat Australia by 135 runs in Adelaide to level their three-match ODI series at 1-1. Tom Banton’s century and a strong team total helped set up the win, while Gus Atkinson’s four wickets led the bowling attack.

Banton scored 121 from 99 balls, and Joe Root made 62 in a 137-run partnership. Jordan Cox added 67 and Will Jacks an unbeaten 54 as England reached 355-6, their highest ODI total in Australia; Atkinson took 4-28 as Australia were bowled out for 220. The series decider is in Hobart on Wednesday.

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