Australia Sweeps Sri Lanka 2-0 to Win Warne-Muralitharan Trophy

Australia beat Sri Lanka by nine wickets in Galle on 9 February 2025, winning the series 2-0.

Key Facts

• Result: Australia won by nine wickets
• Series: 2-0
• Venue: Galle
• Target: 75
• Steve Smith took his 200th Test catch

The Chase

Travis Head fell for 20. Usman Khawaja made 27 not out and Marnus Labuschagne 26 not out.

Smith’s Milestone

Smith became the first Australian to take 200 Test catches.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who won the series?

Australia, 2-0.

What was the winning margin?

Nine wickets.

What record did Smith set?

First Australian to 200 Test catches.

Conclusion

It was a strong win for Australia in Asia.

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