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SL vs AUS 1st ODI: All you need to know, head to head, playing XI
Sri Lanka and Australia will go head-to-head in the first ODI match of their two-match series, set to be played on Wednesday at R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. The series presents a significant opportunity for Australia as they prepare for the upcoming Champions Trophy, while it also marks a bittersweet occasion for Sri Lanka, who will miss out on the prestigious tournament after failing to qualify.
For Australia, the upcoming series against Sri Lanka is a vital part of their preparations for the Champions Trophy, set to start from February 19. Ahead of the ODI series, Australia whitewashed Sri Lanka in a preceding two-match Test series.
For Sri Lanka, the context of this series is more about redemption and showcasing their talent. They have named a formidable squad, resisting the temptation to bring out fresh talent. Having failed to qualify for the 2025 Champions Trophy, Sri Lanka would hope to do better against Australia.
Head to head
Matches: 104
No Result: 4
Sri Lanka WON: 36
Australia WON: 64
Sri Lanka probable XI: Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis (wk), Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka (c), Janith Liyanage, Dunith Wellalage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jeffrey Vandersay, Maheesh Theekshana, Asitha Fernando
Australia probable XI: Matt Short, Travis Head, Steve Smith (c), Josh Inglis (wk), Marnus Labuschagne, Glenn Maxwell, Cooper Connolly, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Tanveer Sangha, Spencer Johnson
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