McDermott, Hazlewood inspire Aussie win
Australia have begun life without departed head coach Justin Langer by claiming a 20-run (Duckworth/Lewis method) T20 international win over Sri Lanka at the SCG.
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Australia vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I Live Score: Josh Inglis Makes Debut As Australia Face Sri Lanka
AUS vs SL, 1st T20I Live Updates: Following the departure of Justin Langer as head coach, Australia look to make a fresh start as they host Sri Lanka in the first T20I of the five-match series at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). On the eve of the first T20I, Australia skipper Aaron Finch confirmed that the England-born wicketkeeper-batter Josh Inglis will make his international debut against Sri Lanka at the SCG. Sri Lanka, on the other hand, will be motivated after their ODI series win against Zimbabwe last month. (LIVE SCORECARD)
Australia vs Sri Lanka, 1st T20I Preview: Australia Begin Post-Justin Langer Era With Five-Match Series
Australia will look to move on from the polarising departure of coach Justin Langer when they line-up for their Twenty20 clash against Sri Lanka on Friday. Langer was always going to miss the five-match series, opting to rest after a long stint on the road, during which he led Australia to the T20 World Cup title and a 4-0 Ashes Test hammering of England. But his shock exit last weekend after unsuccessful talks with Cricket Australia over a contract extension has cast a dark shadow over the opening match in Sydney.
Australia begin post-Justin Langer era with Sri Lanka T20 series
Justin Langer when they line-up for their Twenty20 clash against Sri Lanka on Friday. Langer was always going to miss the five-match series, opting to rest after a long stint on the road, during which he led Australia to the T20 World Cup title and a 4-0 Ashes Test hammering of England. But his shock exit last weekend after unsuccessful talks with Cricket Australia over a contract extension has cast a dark shadow over the opening match in Sydney.
English-born Inglis set for Australia debut on Friday
SYDNEY : Western Australia wicketkeeper-batsman Josh Inglis will make his international debut as Australia make two changes for the start of the Twenty20 series against Sri Lanka, captain Aaron Finch said on Thursday.
Josh Inglis To Make Debut For Australia In 1st T20I Against Sri Lanka, Confirms Aaron Finch
Australia skipper Aaron Finch on Thursday confirmed that Josh Inglis will make his debut in the upcoming first T20I of the five-match series against Sri Lanka. Australia and Sri Lanka will square off in the first T20I on Friday at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Finch also confirmed that Inglis will be batting at No.3 for Australia in the first T20I.
Pakistan Tour "Opportunity" For Australia To Make Name For Themselves: Allan Border
Former Australia skipper Allan Border feels the Pakistan series is the opportunity for the visiting side to "make a name" for themselves. Australia will tour Pakistan for three Tests, three ODIs and one T20I. The first Test will be played in Rawalpindi from March 4. Border said the series is a good opportunity to beat Pakistan in Pakistan and come out with flying colours. "This is the opportunity for the boys to really make a name for themselves. From Australia's point of view, they have not had a lot of success in the subcontinent," Border said on PCB Podcast.
Australia tour to Pakistan: Full-strength squad named for historic visit
Australia have named a full-strength squad for their historic Test series in Pakistan, which is set to begin on March 4.