Australia Completes Series Sweep Over Sri Lanka

Australia completed a dominant 2-0 series victory over Sri Lanka with a nine-wicket win in the second Test in Galle, securing their first series win on the island since 2011. After bundling Sri Lanka out for 231, Australia's spinners, led by Nathan Lyon and Matthew Kuhnemann, took control, with Kuhnemann finishing as the leading wicket-taker of the series with 16 wickets. The match concluded shortly before lunch on day four, highlighting Australia's impressive adaptation to subcontinental conditions, which has bolstered their confidence for future challenges in India and the UK. Captain Steve Smith praised the team’s preparation and performance against quality spin bowling, while Kusal Mendis stood out for Sri Lanka, scoring 85 in the second innings. This clean sweep marks a significant step in Australia’s pursuit of becoming a 'great' Test side, as noted by Lyon, who emphasized the development of strategic plans for playing in Asia. The win comes on the heels of Australia's record victory in the first Test, showcasing their resurgence in conditions that have historically troubled them.