In this article, we will analyze the SL vs AUS Match Prediction. After winning both the Tests, Australia will take on Sri Lanka in the first ODI at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on February 12. It was a comprehensive victory for Australia in the second Test as Sri Lanka struggled with the ball and with the bat. Meanwhile, the hosts have done fairly well in white-ball cricket over the months and they will take heart from having won the ODI series against India at home last year.
On the other hand, Australia are marred by injuries as Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood are out of the Champions Trophy as well. The leadership mantle has fallen on Steve Smith again for this series as was the case during the Tests. It will be interesting to see the Kangaroos’ game plan and template they will set for the forthcoming ICC event with the impending ODI series.
SL vs AUS Match Details
| Match | Venue | Date & Time | Live Broadcast and Streaming Details |
| Sri Lanka vs Australia, 1st ODI, Sri Lanka tour of Australia 2025 | R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | Wednesday, February 12, 10 am (IST) | Sony Sports Network, Sony LIV (app & website) |
R Premadasa Stadium Pitch Report
R Premadasa Stadium has been a deck renowned to favour the spinners and the batters have struggled against the turn and bounce on offer for the finger and wrist spinners. Pacers might get punished if they rely fully on pace, rather relying on line and length which might bail them out from the batter’s wrath.
Also Read: Sri Lanka vs Australia 2025 News
Head-To-Head Record
| Matches | Won by Australia | Won by Sri Lanka | No Result | Tied | First-ever Fixture | Most-recent Fixture |
| 104 | 64 | 36 | 04 | 00 | Jun 11, 1975 | Oct 16, 2023 |
SL vs AUS Predicted Playing 11
Sri Lanka:
Kusal Mendis (wk), Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka (C), Nuwanidu Fernando, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Janith Liyanage, Maheesh Theekshana, Eshan Malinga
Australia:
Josh Inglis (wk), Travis Head, Steve Smith (C), Marnus Labuschagne, Cooper Connolly, Sean Abbott, Mitchell Starc, Glenn Maxwell, Matthew Short, Adam Zampa, Spencer Johnson
SL vs AUS Probable Best Performers
Probable Best Batter: Steve Smith
Steve Smith showed his temperament against spin and resistance against the pace attack in the recently concluded Test series. The veteran was the second-highest run-scorer with 272 runs in two games at a mind-boggling average of 136, including two tons in successive games.
Probable Best Bowler: Mitchell Starc
Starc now has a hang of playing in the subcontinent on a regular basis, thanks to his IPL 2024 outings with Kolkata Knight Riders. In the Test series, he picked six wickets across two games at an average of 14.33.
Today’s Match Prediction: Team bowling first to win the match
Sri Lanka win the toss and opt to bowl first
Powerplay: 40-50
AUS: 230-250
Sri Lanka win the match
Scenario 2
Australia win the toss and opt to bowl first
Powerplay: 30-40
SL: 220-240
Australia win the match
Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.
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