Australia vs Sri Lanka - Players & Playing XI · T20I 2019
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Based on 16 H2H matches (2007–2026)
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AUS
Rating: 260
SL
Rating: 220
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Wanindu Hasaranga
SL
Catches (1+)
Glenn Maxwell
AUS
Runs (20+)
Glenn Maxwell
AUS
Sixes (1+)
Glenn Maxwell
AUS
Fours (2+)
Steven Smith
AUS
Fours (2+)
Kusal Perera
SL
Catches (1+)
Kusal Perera
SL
Runs (20+)
Kusal Perera
SL
Sixes (1+)
Top Performers in H2H
From 16 H2H matches
Melbourne Cricket Ground
Jolimont, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Based on the last 30 T20 matches at this venue (since Jan 2022). 5 rain-affected matches excluded.
Recent Matches at This Venue
| Match | 1st Inn | 2nd Inn | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUS vs IND 31 Oct 2025 | 125/10 (18.4) | 126/6 (13.2) | 251 |
| MLS vs HH 18 Dec 2025 | 158/9 (20) | 159/2 (16) | 317 |
| MLS vs MR 04 Jan 2026 | 173/9 (20) | 177/6 (19.5) | 350 |
| MLS vs SS 08 Jan 2026 | 128/10 (19.5) | 129/4 (17.1) | 257 |
| MLS vs AS 13 Jan 2026 | 83/10 (19.3) | 86/4 (15.1) | 169 |
AUS at Melbourne Cricket Ground
Top Scorer
Glenn Maxwell
116 runs
Top Wicket-Taker
Kane Richardson
9 wkts
SL at Melbourne Cricket Ground
Top Scorer
Kusal Mendis
109 runs
Top Wicket-Taker
Lahiru Kumara
5 wkts
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Playing XI in this match
Sri Lanka
Playing XI in this match
Sri Lanka · Innings 1
| Batter | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kusal Mendis | c Ben McDermott b Kane Richardson | 13 | 18 | 0 | 1 | 72.22 |
| Niroshan Dickwella | c Ben McDermott b Mitchell Starc | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kusal Perera (wk) | c Ashton Turner b Pat Cummins | 57 | 45 | 4 | 1 | 126.67 |
| Avishka Fernando | c Ben McDermott b Pat Cummins | 20 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 90.91 |
| Oshada Fernando | c Alex Carey b Kane Richardson | 6 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 150 |
| Shehan Jayasuriya | b Mitchell Starc | 12 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 80 |
| Bhanuka Rajapaksa | not out | 17* | 11 | 1 | 1 | 154.55 |
| Lasith Malinga (c) | not out | 8* | 4 | 0 | 1 | 200 |
Australia · Bowling
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ | Wd | Nb |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell Starc | 4 | 0 | 32 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 0 |
| Pat Cummins | 4 | 0 | 23 | 2 | 5.75 | 0 | 0 |
| Kane Richardson | 4 | 0 | 25 | 2 | 6.25 | 0 | 0 |
| Ashton Agar | 4 | 0 | 24 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Adam Zampa | 4 | 0 | 30 | 0 | 7.5 | 0 | 0 |
Australia · Innings 2
| Batter | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron Finch (c) | c Shehan Jayasuriya b Lahiru Kumara | 37 | 25 | 1 | 3 | 148 |
| David Warner | not out | 57* | 50 | 4 | 1 | 114 |
| Steven Smith | c Lakshan Sandakan b Nuwan Pradeep | 13 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 144.44 |
| Ben McDermott | lbw b Lasith Malinga | 5 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 71.43 |
| Ashton Turner | not out | 22* | 15 | 0 | 2 | 146.67 |
Sri Lanka · Bowling
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ | Wd | Nb |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lasith Malinga (c) | 4 | 0 | 22 | 1 | 5.5 | 1 | 0 |
| Lahiru Kumara | 4 | 0 | 49 | 1 | 12.25 | 3 | 0 |
| Nuwan Pradeep | 3.4 | 0 | 20 | 1 | 5.88 | 2 | 0 |
| Shehan Jayasuriya | 2 | 0 | 24 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 0 |
| Lakshan Sandakan | 4 | 0 | 25 | 0 | 6.25 | 0 | 0 |
Statz Rating
A contextual performance score measuring each player's overall impact in the match. Scaled against the season so ratings are directly comparable across fixtures.
| Rank | Player | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Kusal Perera
SL
|
73.4 |
| 2 |
Pat Cummins
AUS
|
71.2 |
| 3 |
Kane Richardson
AUS
|
65.5 |
| 4 |
Lasith Malinga
SL
|
63.6 |
| 5 |
Aaron Finch
AUS
|
60.2 |
| 6 |
David Warner
AUS
|
57.5 |
| 7 |
Mitchell Starc
AUS
|
48.0 |
| 8 |
Ashton Turner
AUS
|
42.6 |
| 9 |
Bhanuka Rajapaksa
SL
|
40.8 |
| 10 |
Nuwan Pradeep
SL
|
37.9 |
| 11 |
Steven Smith
AUS
|
27.2 |
| 12 |
Avishka Fernando
SL
|
24.0 |
| 13 |
Lahiru Kumara
SL
|
23.8 |
| 14 |
Shehan Jayasuriya
SL
|
20.0 |
| 15 |
Kusal Mendis
SL
|
14.5 |
| 16 |
Lakshan Sandakan
SL
|
14.0 |
| 17 |
Ashton Agar
AUS
|
12.8 |
| 18 |
Adam Zampa
AUS
|
10.2 |
| 19 |
Oshada Fernando
SL
|
8.7 |
| 20 |
Ben McDermott
AUS
|
5.8 |
| 21 |
Niroshan Dickwella
SL
|
0.0 |
How Statz Rating works:
- Each player receives a contextual match impact score based on their all-round contribution — batting, bowling, and situational factors.
- Ratings are scaled against the season benchmark so they are directly comparable across fixtures and to the season leaderboard.
- A typical top performer scores around 100. Exceptional performances can exceed 100.
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Australia vs Sri Lanka: who played
Australia won by 7 wickets (with 14 balls remaining) in T20I 2019 at Melbourne Cricket Ground on 1 November 2019. Kusal Perera top-scored with 57 off 45 balls and Pat Cummins took 2/23.
Frequently asked questions
Who played in Australia vs Sri Lanka?
Australia XI: Aaron Finch (c), David Warner, Steven Smith, Ben McDermott, Ashton Turner, Alex Carey (wk), Ashton Agar, Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Kane Richardson, Adam Zampa. Sri Lanka XI: Kusal Mendis, Niroshan Dickwella, Kusal Perera (wk), Avishka Fernando, Oshada Fernando, Shehan Jayasuriya, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Lasith Malinga (c), Lakshan Sandakan, Nuwan Pradeep, Lahiru Kumara.
Who won Australia vs Sri Lanka?
Australia won by 7 wickets (with 14 balls remaining).
When and where was Australia vs Sri Lanka played?
Australia vs Sri Lanka was played at Melbourne Cricket Ground, Jolimont, Melbourne, Victoria on Friday 1 November 2019, in T20I 2019.
What were the final scores in Australia vs Sri Lanka?
Australia scored 145/3 in 17.4 overs. Sri Lanka scored 142/6 in 20 overs.
Who was the Statz MVP in Australia vs Sri Lanka?
Kusal Perera was named Statz MVP, earning a Statz Rating of 73/100. The Statz Rating combines batting impact, bowling impact and match context.
Who was the top run-scorer in Australia vs Sri Lanka?
Kusal Perera top-scored with 57 off 45 balls.
Who took the most wickets in Australia vs Sri Lanka?
Pat Cummins took 2/23 in 4 overs.