The first match of the two-Test series between Sri Lanka and Australia will be played at the Galle International Stadium, Galle from today until February 2. The Australian men’s team is currently on a tour of Sri Lanka where they will play a two-Test and two-ODI series against the host team. The Australian team will be led by veteran batsman Steven Smith in the two-Test series, while the host Islanders will be led by Dhananjaya de Silva.
The Test series between the two teams is part of the ICC Test Championship. The captains of both teams have given statements for success in the Test series and it is expected that the Test matches will be very interesting and challenging. The second and final Test match of the two-Test series between the two teams will be played at the Galle International Stadium, Galle from February 6 to 10. The first match of the two-ODI series will be played in Colombo on February 12 and the second and final ODI match will be played in Colombo on February 14.