Raipur, March 10 -- Kumar Sangakkara rolled back the years with a scintillating century to guide Sri Lanka Masters to a commanding nine-wicket victory over England Masters and propel the Islanders to the top of the points table in the International Masters League (IML) 2025 in their final group stage match on Monday.

The loss also ended England Masters' hopes of qualifying for the knockouts of the tournament, although they are left with one more game in the competition.

Meanwhile, with Sangakkara's men already securing a semifinal spot, they entered the game brimming with confidence, and their decision to bowl first proved spot on as the bowlers restricted England Masters to a modest 146/5 in their 20 overs.

With a chance to top the le...