Australia's makeshift batting line-up didn't turn up against the spin trio of Hasaranga, Theekshana and Dunith Wellalage in the ODI series opener in Colombo. Even though they bowled well, the visitors will be keen to improve their batting show as they aim to level the series.

Sri Lanka secured a 49-run win against Australia in their first ODI in Colombo, with Charith Asalanka's notable 127 runs. Despite Australia's fresh pace duo Spencer Johnson and Aaron Hardie challenging Sri Lanka,

Sri Lanka are set to host Australia in the 1st ODI of the two-match series at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Wednesday, February 12, as Charith Asalanka's men eye revenge for their recent Test series thrashing at the hands of Steve Smith's men.