Australia vs. Sri Lanka: Can Sri Lanka Be Saved from a Whitewash?

We have seen some phenomenal displays of batting, bowling, and fielding from the Australians in the ongoing T20 series against the Lankan Lions. Sri Lankans were expected to have a wity and determined approach going into the T20 series. With many big names from the Australian squad missing out on instances, Sri Lanka had a great chance to win and bounce back hard. After getting defeated in the first two matches, Sri Lanka could never make a comeback and demonstrate a winning attitude. Going into the last T20 international, the Sri Lankan captain would be thinking of at least winning a game and ending the series on 4-1 instead of a 5-0 clean sweep.

Australia has always preferred going with the right game combination instead of inducting power hitters. This showcases the quality batting and bowling line of Australia. In the 4th T20 international, Australia made sure to stick to the basics and chase an average score. Glen Maxwell and Josh Inglis rose up to the responsibility and played sensible knocks of 40 runs each. Jhye Richardson and Ashton Agar were too tough to leak easy runs in the bowling department. Going in the 5th T20 international, team Australia is likely to play the same batting and bowling combination, aiming to end the series on a high. While playing the last T20 at the MCG, players would be determined to score runs and outclass the visitors.

• Aaron Finch;
• Glen Maxwell;
• Josh Inglis;
• Ashton Agar;
• Jhye Richardson.

Sri Lanka has many positives to carry from this series, which tested their mental strength, emotional intelligence, gameplay, and concentration. Sri Lanka produced some decent cricket throughout the series, which was still unmatchable with the Australians gameplay. In the 4th T20, Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis were the only Sri Lankan batters who showed some resilience and played with intent. In the bowling department, Lahiru Kumara and Mahesh Theekshana were among the pick of the bowlers. Going in the last T20 international, Sri Lanka would be looking to play out of their blocks and try to win the game. With the T20 world cup coming up in October, Sri Lanka would be hoping to build a strong side that can withstand pressure and tricky conditions in Australia.

• Pathum Nissanka;
• ‌Kusal Mendis;
• Lahiru Kumara;
• Dinesh Chandimal;
• Maheesh Theekshana.

Seeing Australia's form, Sri Lanka stands no chance of winning the last encounter and saving itself from a clean sweep. Australians would be focusing on their attacking gameplay and smart tactics.