SL vs AUS 1st Test, Match Prediction- Who Will Win Today?

Sri Lanka had a chance at seeing this series as a significant chance to go to the WTC Final. Australia beating India though ended their fortunes. For now this is just a chance for Australia to conquer Sri Lanka, which they have been unable to do since 2011 and also prepare for future subcontinent tours. With some time though before the next one Australia's primary focus could be on grooming the next group of spinners while trying some new batters as well given they are likely to find themselves in transition soon.

SL vs AUS Match Details

Date: January 29th, 2025

Time:  10:00 AM IST

Venue: Galle International Stadium

SL vs AUS Weather Report

Rain seems to be staying away with clear weather likely.

SL vs AUS Pitch Report

Galle has been a fortress for Sri Lanka and batting first on a track that will spin early is a better choice.

SL Vs AUS Predicted Playing XI

SL Playing XI

Dimuth Karunaratne, Kusal Mendis, Dinesh Chandimal, Angelo Mathews, Kamindu Mendis, Sadeera Samarwickrama, Dhananjaya de Silva, Nishan Peiris, Prabath Jayasuriya, Jeffrey Vandersay, Asita Fernando

AUS Playing XI

Usman Khawaja, Sam Konstas, Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith, Travis Head, Alex Carey, Cooper Connolly/ Beau Webster, Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Todd Murphy, Scott Boland

Key Players

Prabath Jayasuriya

Jayasuriya announced himself when Australia last visited. He spins the ball sharply and can do so at varying paces making him very tough to pick

Steve Smith

Smith has returned to form in the BGT with back to back hundreds. He is a key player in the subcontinent with his game against spin among the best and how he goes about the challenge will be fun to watch.

SL vs AUS Match Tips

Sri Lanka are favorites at home despite Australia's recent form. 

Match Prediction: Sri Lanka Will Win The Match