SL vs AUS Match Preview

After a convincing victory in the two-match Test series, Australia will face Sri Lanka before heading to the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. These games will be the final opportunity for both teams to fine-tune their strategies and determine their best playing combinations prior to the Champions Trophy. Previously, Australia had won both Tests against Sri Lanka. On the other hand, they won by an innings and 242 runs, with Khwaja scoring a double century and Smith scoring his second century in a row. This is the only change from the squad that recently visited New Zealand. Sri Lanka is currently on a 10-match winning streak, having won six of the previous six bilateral series at home. 

SL vs AUS Match Details

Sri Lanka vs Australia – 1st Match, ODI Match

Venue: R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium, Colombo

Date & Time: 12th February 2025 at 09:30 AM IST 

Live Streaming: Disney+Hotstar

SL vs AUS Venue Stats

SL vs AUS Pitch Report

Bowlers can take advantage of the pitch's early bounce. As the game progresses and the pitch ages, batsmen can play their shots more comfortably. 

SL vs AUS Weather Report

The weather at R.Premadasa Stadium in Colombo is expected to remain cloudy on match day, and temperatures ranging from 23 to 32 degrees Celsius.

SL vs AUS Last Five Matches

SL vs AUS Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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SL vs AUS Probable Playing XIs:

Australia Probable Playing XIs

Travis Head, Matt Short, Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis, Alex Carey, Aaron Hardie, Glenn Maxwell, Sean Abbott, Mitchell Starc, Adam Zampa

Sri Lanka Probable Playing XIs

Charith Asalanka(c), Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis, Janith Liyanage, Dunith Wellalage, Kamindu Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga, Asitha Fernando, Eshan Malinga, Maheesh Theekshana

Topmost Picks for SL vs AUS Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Sri Lanka

• Kusal Mendis – Kusal Mendis is going in third. He'll be a player for whom to keep an eye out. In 2024, Mendis scored 742 runs with an average of 53.
• Wanindu Hasaranga – Hasaranga has 56 wickets in 24 games played since 2023, with an average of 16.39.

Top Picks – Australia

• Steve Smith – Smith has been their top run scorer since last year. He has 306 runs in 10 ODIs, with an average of 43.
• Mitchell Starc –  Mitchell Starc claimed 16 wickets in two matches. His form has boosted Australia's hopes for the upcoming Champions Trophy, where the majority of the pitches will be pace-friendly.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for SL vs AUS Dream11 Team:

Kusal Mendis, Josh Inglis, Travis Head(C), Steve Smith, Pathum Nissanka(VC), Charith Asalanka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Glenn Maxwell, Asitha Fernando, Mitchell Starc, Adam Zampa

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for SL vs AUS Dream11 Team:

Kusal Mendis, Kamindu Mendis, Travis Head, Steve Smith, Pathum Nissanka, Charith Asalanka, Wanindu Hasaranga(VC), Glenn Maxwell(C), Maheesh Theekshana, Mitchell Starc, Adam Zampa

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Travis Head, Glenn Maxwell

Vice-captain – Pathum Nissanka, Wanindu Hasaranga

Wicketkeeper – Kusal Mendis

SL vs AUS Probable Winners:

Australia is currently full of confidence following its dominant victory. However, the ODI series will be played without four key players. Sri Lanka has had an excellent home record over the last year. They've won every match in the bilateral series since last year and are at present on a 10-game winning streak. Overall, the battle will be fair between the two sides. However, the addition of Travis Head and the present form of Alex Carey offer Australia an advantage. Considering the team combination, Sri Lanka is expected to win this match.