The Sri Lanka A tour of Australia has come to an end after an exciting few weeks of competitive cricket. Both teams played three unofficial ODIs followed by two unofficial Test matches, all held in Darwin, Australia.
The series provided valuable exposure for young players from both sides, allowing them to showcase their skills and push for selection in their respective senior teams. Despite challenging conditions, the matches delivered plenty of thrilling moments and standout performances.
In the ODI series, Australia A Won with 2–1, while both unofficial Tests ended in draws, highlighting the balanced contest between the two sides.
This article covers the complete tour details, including the full schedule, results, and player performances.
Sri Lanka A Tour Of Australia – Schedule
The tour started with the first ODI on July 4 at Marrara Cricket Ground in Darwin followed by two more ODIs and two unofficial Test matches.
The detailed fixtures and results are given below,
| Date | Match Details | Time (IST) | Venue | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 04, Fri | Australia A vs Sri Lanka A, 1st Unofficial ODI | 6:00 AM | Darwin | Australia A won by 198 runs |
| Jul 06, Sun | Australia A vs Sri Lanka A, 2nd Unofficial ODI | 6:00 AM | Darwin | Sri Lanka A won by 51 runs |
| Jul 09, Wed | Australia A vs Sri Lanka A, 3rd Unofficial ODI | 6:00 AM | Darwin | Australia A won by 7 wickets |
| Jul 13–16 | Australia A vs Sri Lanka A, 1st Unofficial Test | 6:00 AM | Darwin | Match drawn |
| Jul 20–23 | Australia A vs Sri Lanka A, 2nd Unofficial Test | 6:00 AM | Darwin | Match drawn |
Australia A & Sri Lanka A – Squads
Here are the squads for both teams:
Australia A – ODI
Matt Renshaw(C), Kurtis Patterson, Jason Sangha, Jake Weathrald, Campbell Kellaway, Nathan McSweeney, Liam Scott, Oliver Peake, Josh Philippe(WK), Matthew Gilkes, Sam Elliot, Jack Nisbet, Bryce Jackson, Mitchell Perry, Billy Stanlake, Henry Thornton
Sri Lanka A – ODI
Nuwanidu Fernando, Pavan Rathnayake, Lasith Croospulle, Pasindu Sooriyabandara, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Sahan Arachchige, Sonal Dinusha, Wanuja Sahan, Dushan Hemantha, Lahiru Udara(C), Kami Mishara, Shiran Fernando, Isitha Wijesundera, Pramod Madushan, Mohamed Shiraz
Sri Lanka – Test
Pasindu Sooriyabandara(C), Nuwanidu Fernando, Ravindu Rasantha, Pavan Rathnayake, Asanka Manoj, Sonal Dinusha, Wanuja Sahan, Vishad Randika, Lahiru Udara, Sohan de Livera, Kamil Mishara, Isitha Wijesundera, Shiran Fernando, Nishan Peiris, Pramod Madushan, Mohamed Shiraz
Players To Watch On This Tour
Both teams have players who could join their senior national squads. Each player views this as a great chance to impress the selectors.
Here are some players from both sides hoping to make an impact:
Nathan McSweeney (AUS)
A young and talented batter, Nathan McSweeney, has been scoring runs regularly. He aims to take this chance to earn a place in the Australian senior team again. His recent performance in domestic cricket has made him one of the key players for the Australian side.
Jason Sangha (AUS)
Jason Sangha is a skillful top-order batter who can also bowl. He will take full advantage of this opportunity. The Sangha is getting closer to being selected by the selectors for a spot on the Australian international team.
Henry Thornton (AUS)
A seam bowler, his consistent performances in domestic matches, including the Big Bash League, have earned him a well-deserved spot on the Australia A team. He will look to challenge opponents and increase his wicket-taking tally.
Sahan Arachichige (SL)
The left-handed batter from Sri Lanka will look to add to his runs tally and will be handy with his right-arm off-break bowling. His all-round abilities will help the Lankan side.
Dushan Hemanta (SL)
Dushan Hemanta is a right-arm leg spinner. His variations can trouble any batter. He is excited to play his natural game, take wickets, and pose a threat during the middle overs.
Pramod Madushan (SL)
Pramod Madushan will be the most experienced bowler from the Sri Lanka A squad, and his experience will help them give Aussie batters a tough time in the middle.
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Conclusion: Australia A Won The ODI Series, Tests End in a Draw!
The Australia A vs Sri Lanka A series concluded on July 23, 2025, after three ODIs and two unofficial Tests, all played in Darwin.
Australia A won the ODI series 2–1, while the Test series ended level at 0–0 after two drawn matches.
The tour proved to be a great platform for emerging talents, offering vital experience and a chance to impress selectors ahead of future international opportunities.
