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The Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) board has officially announced the schedule for Australia’s upcoming tour in January-February 2025. The tour will feature a two-match Test series, crucial for both teams in the ongoing World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 cycle.
Australia currently sits in second place in the WTC standings with 90 points, while Sri Lanka is close behind at third with 60 points. With a handful of Test matches remaining in the cycle, this series will be a critical battle for both sides as they aim to solidify their positions and potentially reach the WTC final.
The two Tests will be played at the picturesque Galle International Stadium. The first Test will be held from January 29th to February 2nd, followed by the second Test from February 6th to 10th. Both matches will contribute significantly to the teams’ WTC points tally.
Adding to the excitement, Sri Lanka will also host Australia in a single One-Day International (ODI) on February 13th. The venue for the ODI is yet to be confirmed.
Australia’s tour of Sri Lanka comes after their highly anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against India at home. The Aussies are aiming to maintain their winning momentum and secure vital points for the WTC.
Meanwhile, Sri Lanka will be keen to capitalize on their home advantage and put up a strong fight against a formidable Australian team. With both teams vying for WTC glory, this series promises thrilling cricket action for fans around the world.
In a separate development:
Cricket Australia (CA) has announced extensions for both captain Pat Cummins and head coach Andrew McDonald. Cummins’ leadership has seen Australia win three ICC titles, and he played a key role in securing McDonald’s four-year contract extension. This move ensures stability and continuity for the Australian cricket team during the next cycle.
