TOP BANTS

Tom shines as he aims to grab slot for the T20 World Cup

- FROM SCOTT HUNT in Kandy

TOM BANTON hopes he has done enough to secure a T20 World Cup starting spot after firing England to a series-clinching victory over Sri Lanka.

Banton blasted 54 from just 33 balls to lead his side to a challenging revised target after rain interrupted their pursuit of 190 in Kandy.

He shared stands of 43 and 49 with Jos Buttler and Harry Brook (right) respectively after England were left needing 11 from just 58 balls, before Sam Curran hit the winning runs to secure a six-wicket DLS win and an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series.