Australia vs Sri Lanka – Super 12 – Preview & Prediction | 2022 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup
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THE FACTS
When is Australia vs Sri Lanka on and what time does it start? Australia vs Sri Lanka will take place on Tuesday 25th October, 2022 – 12:00 (UK)
Where is Australia vs Sri Lanka taking place? Australia vs Sri Lanka will take place at Optus Stadium in Perth, Australia
Where can I get tickets for Australia vs Sri Lanka? Click here for the latest ticket information for Australia vs Sri Lanka
What channel is Australia vs Sri Lanka on in the UK? Australia vs Sri Lanka will be televised live on Sky Sports
Where can I stream Australia vs Sri Lanka in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream Australia vs Sri Lanka live on Sky Go
THE LOWDOWN
AUSTRALIA
- Australia were stunned in their opening T20 World Cup game, not to lose against New Zealand, but more by the manner of defeat which was by a mammoth 89 runs, leaving them with a huge mountain to climb already if they are to qualify for the semi-finals.
- Considering the quality of their batting line-up, for Australia to be dismissed for just 111 chasing 201 was unacceptable, although the bowling unit must also take responsibility for a dire performance and all-rounder Cameron Green may gain a place in the side after being left out vs the Black Caps.
SRI LANKA
- Sri Lanka come into this match on the back of three straight T20 World Cup victories having begun the ‘Super 12’s’ with a commanding nine-wicket win over Ireland this past Sunday.
- Kusal Mendis, Dhananjaya de Silva and Charith Asalanka were the only batters needed to chase down 129, following an excellent all-round bowling performance once again.
THE PREDICTION
This feels like judgement day for Australia with a loss likely to all but end any hopes they have of advancing to the semi-finals. If their batters perform as they did against New Zealand, then Sri Lanka will take them to the cleaners. However, such a strong team on paper with home advantage in their favour will surely come out fighting here and if they were to click, then Australia should prove too strong for the Sri Lankans. With their tournament hopes in the balance, consider backing Aaron Finch’s side to finally gain a much-needed victory.
