AUS vs SL : Sri Lanka’s ODI Supremacy on Display as They Humiliate Australia

Sri Lanka Crushes Australia with 174-Run Win to Seal 2-0 ODI Whitewash

Sri Lanka secured their biggest-ever ODI victory over Australia, completing a dominant 2-0 series sweep with a commanding 174-run win in the second and final ODI at R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, on Friday, February 14.

Mendis’ Century Anchors Sri Lanka to 281/4

Opting to bat first, Sri Lanka posted an imposing 281/4 in 50 overs, powered by a stellar century from Kusal Mendis (101 off 111 balls). Captain Charith Asalanka’s unbeaten 78* and Nishan Madushka’s solid 51 provided crucial support, setting a formidable target for the visitors.

Australia Crumbles for 107 as Wellalage Shines

Defending 281, Sri Lanka’s bowling attack dismantled the Australian lineup, bundling them out for just 107 in 24.2 overs. Dunith Wellalage led the charge with a brilliant 4/35, while Asitha Fernando and Wanindu Hasaranga picked up two wickets each, sealing a crushing victory.

Australia’s Batting Woes Ahead of Champions Trophy

Australia’s batting collapse saw Steve Smith (27) as the lone bright spot, with Josh Inglis (22) and Travis Head offering minor resistance. Shockingly, no other batter managed double figures. The visitors were without key players, including Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Mitchell Marsh, and Marcus Stoinis, all set to miss the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025, beginning February 19.

Sri Lanka Registers Fourth Consecutive ODI Series Win

This series win marks Sri Lanka’s fourth successive ODI triumph, following their 2-0 victory over India last year. Speaking after the match, captain Asalanka praised the team's consistency:

"There is no secret mantra to success, but scoring big and backing our bowlers has been key. Australia bowled well, but today was our day."

Having won the series opener by 49 runs in Galle, Sri Lanka’s historic whitewash against Australia stands as a testament to their growing dominance in ODI cricket.

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