SL vs AUS: Sri Lanka and Australia are all set to lock horns for the 1st ODI Match in Colombo, Sri Lanka on 12th February from 10:00 AM IST. Australia is currently on their tour of Sri Lanka where they previously met for two Tests and will now move to the one day international format as a preparation for the upcoming ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025.
In the two test matches, Australia defeated the host by massive margins, establishing their dominance in the subcontinental conditions. Looking ahead to the Whiteball format, both the teams would like to give their best as they look for the much needed balance ahead of the marquee ICC event in Pakistan and Dubai.
SL vs AUS : Match Details
- 1st ODI: SL vs AUS,
- Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
- Date & Time: 12th February, 10:00 AM IST
- Streaming: Sony Sports Ten Network, SONY LIV app and website
SL vs AUS: Team Previews
Sri Lanka
The Lanka Lions currently stand with a 10 match winning streak, among which 6 wins came on their home soil. Even though Australia has dominated Sri Lanka in the Red ball format, the hosts stand with an edge in the Limited overs format, especially after their recent victories in the bilateral series. After a loss in the Tests, Sri Lanka would aim to win the remaining ODI matches, beginning with the one on February 12.
Australia
Coming from a stellar performance in the Test series, the Australian squad will be pumped up to defeat the hosts in the upcoming first ODI of the two match One-Day series. However, with Pat Cummins and Josh Hazelwood ruled out, the team will be working alongside the veteran pacer Mitchell Starc, who will be seen leading the team’s pace attack. Despite the setbacks, the kangaroo’s will be eyeing to give their best performances in the limited overs as they prepare for the upcoming global tournament.
SL vs AUS: Head To Head Record in ODIs
Total Matches Played – 104
Sri LankaWins – 36
Australia Wins – 64
SL vs AUS: Colombo Pitch Report
The R. Premadasa Stadium’s pitch has been a long-standing fortress for spin bowling with its nature of supporting bounce and sharp turns. Batting during the initial over of the match tends to be easy considering the fewer cracks on the pitch. As the game progresses and the pitch quality begins to deteriorate, the team batting first gets a significant edge, hence the toss winning captain would like to bat here first.
Toss and Match Prediction SL vs AUS (CRICCHAMP OPINION)
Toss Winner: Sri Lanka
Match Winner: Australia
SL vs AUS: Probable Playing XI
Sri Lanka Probable Playing XI: Avishka Fernando, Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Charith Asalanka (c), Kamindu Mendis, Janith Liyanage, Dunith Wellalage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Chamidu Wickramasinghe, Asitha Fernando, Maheesh Theekshana
Australia Probable Playing XI: Travis Head, Matt Short, Steve Smith (c), Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis (wk), Glenn Maxwell, Nathan Ellis, Cooper Connolly, Tanveer Sangha, Spencer Johnson, Adam Zampa
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SL vs AUS: Fantasy Playing XI
Cricket Team Lineup
| Category | Players |
|---|---|
| Wicketkeeper | Kusal Mendis |
| Batters | Steven Smith, Travis Head (vc), Avishka Fernando |
| All-rounders | Wanindu Hasaranga (c), Charith Asalanka, Glenn Maxwell |
| Bowlers | Maheesh Theekshana, Adam Zampa, Dunith Wellalage, Nathan Ellis |
