SL vs AUS Live Streaming, 1st Test: The much-awaited Test series between Sri Lanka and Australia is set to begin on January 29 at the picturesque Galle International Stadium.
The first Test of the two-match series is an exciting clash, as both teams look to prove their mettle. Sri Lanka, coming off a tough defeat to South Africa, will be eager to bounce back on home soil, while Australia enters the contest on the back of a successful Border-Gavaskar Trophy campaign.

This series is not only crucial for the teams’ standings but also for the players to showcase their skills on the Asian subcontinent, known for its spin-friendly pitches. Sri Lanka, led by Dhananjaya de Silva, will rely on experienced players and a couple of debutants, while Australia, captained by Steve Smith, aims to extend their impressive form from recent tours.
Galle is famous for its stunning backdrop and spin-friendly pitch. Expect a challenging surface where spinners will come into play as the match progresses. The pitch tends to deteriorate, offering turn and variable bounce, making it a great spectacle for spin bowlers. With the humidity expected to remain high, both teams will need to adapt quickly to the conditions.
The weather forecast predicts clear skies with a chance of showers later in the week, which could affect the pace of the match.
Sri Lanka, despite their recent struggles, will look to their seasoned core to challenge the Australian team. Dhananjaya de Silva\'s leadership will be crucial, especially with the likes of Kamindu Mendis and Pathum Nissanka returning from injury. The home side is heavily reliant on their spin attack, with Prabath Jayasuriya and Nishan Peiris expected to play pivotal roles in the Test series.
Australia, on the other hand, will be led by Steve Smith after regular skipper Pat Cummins opted for paternity leave. The Aussie side is in top form, especially after their 3-1 victory against India in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Despite missing some key players like Mitchell Marsh and Josh Hazlewood, their squad still boasts a lot of strength with Travis Head, Usman Khawaja, and the experienced Mitchell Starc.
Sri Lanka: Dimuth Karunaratne, Oshada Fernando, Dinesh Chandimal, Angelo Mathews, Kamindu Mendis, Dhananjaya de Silva (c), Kusal Mendis (wk), Prabath Jayasuriya, Lahiru Kumara, Vishwa Fernando, Asitha Fernando, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Jeffrey Vandersay, Nishan Peiris, Sonal Dinusha, Lahiru Udara, Milan Priyanath Rathnayake
Australia: Sam Konstas, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Steven Smith (c), Travis Head, Beau Webster, Alex Carey (wk), Sean Abbott, Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Scott Boland, Josh Inglis, Matthew Kuhnemann, Nathan McSweeney, Todd Murphy, Cooper Connolly