Sri Lanka vs Australia Head to Head, 2nd ODI: SL vs AUS H2H in ODI, Stats & Records in R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo

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Sri Lanka vs Australia Head to Head, 2nd ODI: Sri Lanka will take on Australia in the second ODI of the three-match series at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Friday, February 14.

After a commanding 49-run victory in the first match, the hosts are brimming with confidence and will be eager to seal the series. Meanwhile, Australia, led by Steve Smith, will be desperate to bounce back and level the series before heading into the decider.

The first ODI was a testament to Sri Lanka’s resilience. Batting first, they managed only 214 runs, but Charith Asalanka’s sensational 127 off 126 balls stood out as a captain’s knock. His innings single-handedly lifted the hosts from a precarious position, while Maheesh Theekshana’s four-wicket haul dismantled Australia’s chase, bowling them out for just 165 in 33.5 overs.

For Australia, the second ODI is a must-win. With the Champions Trophy approaching, they wouldn’t want to go into a major tournament after losing a bilateral series to Sri Lanka. Their batting struggled in the opening game, and fixing that will be a top priority. The conditions in Colombo demand better application, especially against Sri Lanka’s spin attack, which has already exposed their vulnerabilities.

Sri Lanka, on the other hand, will look to capitalise on their momentum. Their bowling unit, particularly Theekshana and the other spinners, adapted well to home conditions, and another disciplined performance could wrap up the series. A series win would be a significant boost for them ahead of bigger challenges later in the year.

With both teams aware of what’s at stake, the 2nd ODI promises to be a high-intensity clash. Australia will need to bring their best game, while Sri Lanka will be determined to maintain their upper hand.

Sri Lanka vs Australia Head to Head Records in ODI

The mighty Aussies hold a significant head to head advantage over their rivals going into the crucial encounter, winning 64 of the 105 ODI matches played between the two teams so far. In contrast, the Lankans have won just 37 encounters, with four matches ending with no results.

Sri Lanka vs Australia Head to Head Stats in ODI

Sri Lanka vs Australia Head to Head Records in R Premadasa Stadium Colombo

Sri Lanka have faced Australia 25 times in the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, winning 15 of the encounters compared to the seven wins for the Aussies. Three games have ended with no results.

R Premadasa Stadium Colombo ODI Stats & Records

Total Matches: 168
Matches Won Batting 1st: 91
Matches Won Chasing: 65
Average 1st Innings Score: 231
Highest Total: 375/5 (50 Ovs) by India vs Sri Lanka in 2017
Lowest Total: 50/10 (15.2 Ovs) by Sri Lanka vs India in 2023
Highest Successful Chase: 292/4 (48.3 Ovs) by Sri Lanka vs Australia in 2022
Lowest Total Defended: 184 (43 Ovs) by Pakistan vs Canada in 2011
Most Runs: Sanath Jayasuriya (Sri Lanka) - 2514
Highest Individual Score: Kumar Sangakkara (Sri Lanka) - 169
Most Sixes: Sanath Jayasuriya (Sri Lanka) - 30
Most 50s: Sanath Jayasuriya (Sri Lanka) - 19
Most 100s: Virat Kohli (India), Sachin Tendulkar (India), Sanath Jayasuriya (Sri Lanka) - 4
Most Wickets: Muthiah Muralidaran (Sri Lanka) - 75
Best Bowling Innings: Wanindu Hasaranga (Sri Lanka) - 7/19

Sri Lanka vs Australia Full Squads

Sri Lanka: Charith Asalanka (c), Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis, Kamindu Mendis, Janith Liyanage, Nishan Madushka, Nuwanidu Fernando, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Dunith Wellalage, Jeffrey Vandersay, Asitha Fernando, Lahiru Kumara, Mohamed Shiraz, Eshan Malinga

Australia: Sean Abbott, Alex Carey, Cooper Connolly, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Spencer Johnson, Aaron Hardie, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Marnus Labuschagne, Glenn Maxwell, Tanveer Sangha, Matt Short, Steve Smith, Adam Zampa