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MLB: Walker Buehler inspires Los Angeles Dodgers to victory over the Tampa Bay Rays

Walker Buehler was the dominant player as the Dodgers edged ahead in the World Series
Walker Buehler was the dominant player as the Dodgers edged ahead in the World Series

The Los Angeles Dodgers have taken a 2-1 World Series lead over the Tampa Bay Rays on the back of a dominant performance from pitcher Walker Buehler.

Buehler struck out 10 batters in just six innings to help guide the Dodgers to a 6-2 victory as Los Angeles regained a one-game advantage in the best-of-seven series.

The Dodgers hit the front in the first inning off a Justin Turner home run and never looked back, opening up a five-run lead through four innings.

Tampa Bay pitcher Charlie Morton struggled on the mound, giving up five runs and seven hits in a rare inconsistent performance.

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