Sri Lanka vs Australia 2025 Series – Full Schedule & Match Details
Australia is currently touring Sri Lanka for a two-match Test series followed by a two-match ODI series. The Test series is a part of the 2023–2025 ICC World Test Championship, adding extra significance to these matches.
Test Series – ICC World Test Championship
1st Test: Sri Lanka vs Australia
- Dates: January 29 – February 2, 2025
- Venue: Galle International Stadium, Galle
- Start Time: 10:00 AM Local Time (4:30 AM GMT)
Match Preview:
The first Test is being played at the iconic Galle International Stadium, which is known for its spin-friendly conditions. The last time Australia toured Sri Lanka in 2022, the series ended 1-1, with Sri Lanka dominating the second Test in Galle. This time, both teams are looking to gain crucial points in the World Test Championship standings.
Current Match Status (Day 1 Update):
- Australia won the toss and elected to bat first.
- Score (End of Day 1): Australia 330/2 in 81.1 overs.
- Top Performers (so far):
- Usman Khawaja – 142* (unbeaten)
Usman Khawaja - Steve Smith – 86* (unbeaten)
Steve Smith - Pat Cummins (Captain) – Leading the Australian attack, aiming for early wickets in the Sri Lankan innings.
- Usman Khawaja – 142* (unbeaten)
Australia has started strong with an excellent opening partnership, putting pressure on the Sri Lankan bowlers.
2nd Test: Sri Lanka vs Australia
- Dates: February 6 – 10, 2025
- Venue: Galle International Stadium, Galle
- Start Time: 10:00 AM Local Time (4:30 AM GMT)
Match Preview:
The second Test will be crucial in deciding the series winner. If Sri Lanka loses the first Test, they will aim to level the series, while Australia will be keen on securing a clean sweep. Spin is expected to play a key role, with Nathan Lyon and Sri Lanka’s Prabath Jayasuriya set to be the main threats.
ODI Series – Sri Lanka vs Australia 2025
1st ODI: Sri Lanka vs Australia
- Date: February 13, 2025
- Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
- Start Time: To be confirmed
Match Preview:
This will be the first ODI encounter between the two teams in Sri Lanka since 2022. Sri Lanka will be looking to use home advantage, while Australia will aim to continue their dominance in limited-overs cricket. Key players to watch include:
- Australia: Travis Head, Glenn Maxwell, Pat Cummins
- Sri Lanka: Kusal Mendis, Charith Asalanka, Wanindu Hasaranga
2nd ODI: Sri Lanka vs Australia
- Date: February 14, 2025
- Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
- Start Time: To be confirmed
Match Preview:
This match could be a decider if both teams win one match each. The R. Premadasa Stadium offers good batting conditions, and we could see high scores. Expect an exciting contest between Sri Lanka’s spinners and Australia’s power hitters.
Key Players to Watch
Australia:
- Steve Smith – A vital player in Tests, known for his consistency.
- Usman Khawaja – His aggressive batting can set the tone in both Tests and ODIs.
- Pat Cummins (Captain) – Will lead the pace attack in both formats.
- Glenn Maxwell – A game-changer in the ODIs with his all-round ability.
Sri Lanka:
- Dimuth Karunaratne (Captain, Tests) – Sri Lanka’s main batsman in Tests.
- Wanindu Hasaranga – A key all-rounder for the ODI series.
- Kusal Mendis – Crucial in Sri Lanka’s batting lineup.
- Prabath Jayasuriya – The lead spinner in Test cricket, expected to trouble Australian batsmen.
Series Expectations & Predictions
- The Test series will likely be spin-dominated, with Sri Lanka banking on their home conditions.
- The ODI series is expected to be more competitive, with Sri Lanka aiming to counter Australia’s aggressive style.
- Australia are favorites for the Test series, while the ODIs could go either way depending on conditions.