Despite decades of trying, Sri Lanka have never defeated Australia in a One Day International—a staggering 0–18 record that looms large as the two teams prepare for their upcoming ODI series in Colombo. But this time, there’s hope: home advantage, spin-friendly pitches, and a reinvigorated squad could give the Lions their best shot yet .
| Metric | Sri Lanka | Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Total ODIs Played | 18 | 18 |
| Wins | 0 | 18 |
| Highest Sri Lanka Total | 286 | — |
| Last ODI Meeting | 2023 World Cup | Australia won by 3 wickets |
Boasting a lineup featuring Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, and Pat Cummins, Australia brings raw power and clinical execution. Their pace attack—bolstered by Josh Hazlewood and rising star Spencer Johnson—has dismantled subcontinental batting lineups in recent tours .
Caption: Sri Lankan players train at R. Premadasa Stadium ahead of the historic ODI series against Australia. [Source: ESPNcricinfo]
For Sri Lanka to finally notch that elusive victory, they’ll need:
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