Australia vs Sri Lanka - Players & Playing XI · T20 World Cup 2021
Head-to-Head Record
Based on 16 H2H matches (2007–2026)
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AUS
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SL
W2 L3
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Adam Zampa
AUS
Wickets (1+)
Steven Smith
AUS
Catches (1+)
Charith Asalanka
SL
Runs (20+)
Charith Asalanka
SL
Sixes (1+)
Charith Asalanka
SL
Fours (2+)
Mitchell Marsh
AUS
Sixes (1+)
Mitchell Marsh
AUS
Fours (2+)
Wanindu Hasaranga
SL
Wickets (1+)
Top Performers in H2H
From 16 H2H matches
Dubai International Cricket Stadium
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Based on the last 30 T20 matches at this venue (since Feb 2025). Rain-affected matches excluded.
Recent Matches at This Venue
| Match | 1st Inn | 2nd Inn | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| GG vs ADKR 28 Dec 2025 | 179/1 (20) | 147/9 (20) | 326 |
| DC vs ADKR 01 Jan 2026 | 158/7 (20) | 108/10 (16.2) | 266 |
| DV vs MIE 04 Jan 2026 | 182/4 (20) | 136/10 (18.3) | 318 |
| UAE vs IRE 29 Jan 2026 | 178/6 (20) | 121/10 (19.5) | 299 |
| UAE vs IRE 31 Jan 2026 | 170/7 (20) | 140/8 (20) | 310 |
AUS at Dubai International Cricket Stadium
Top Scorer
David Warner
186 runs
Top Wicket-Taker
Adam Zampa
11 wkts
SL at Dubai International Cricket Stadium
Top Scorer
Pathum Nissanka
342 runs
Top Wicket-Taker
Wanindu Hasaranga
15 wkts
Hit Rates
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Australia
Playing XI in this match
Sri Lanka
Playing XI in this match
Sri Lanka · Innings 1
| Batter | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pathum Nissanka | c David Warner b Pat Cummins | 7 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 77.78 |
| Kusal Perera (wk) | b Mitchell Starc | 35 | 25 | 4 | 1 | 140 |
| Charith Asalanka | c Steven Smith b Adam Zampa | 35 | 27 | 4 | 1 | 129.63 |
| Avishka Fernando | c Steven Smith b Adam Zampa | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 57.14 |
| Bhanuka Rajapaksa | not out | 33* | 26 | 4 | 1 | 126.92 |
| Wanindu Hasaranga | c Matthew Wade b Mitchell Starc | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 200 |
| Dasun Shanaka (c) | c Matthew Wade b Pat Cummins | 12 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 63.16 |
| Chamika Karunaratne | not out | 9* | 6 | 1 | 0 | 150 |
Australia · Bowling
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ | Wd | Nb |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell Starc | 4 | 0 | 27 | 2 | 6.75 | 1 | 0 |
| Josh Hazlewood | 4 | 0 | 26 | 0 | 6.5 | 1 | 0 |
| Pat Cummins | 4 | 0 | 34 | 2 | 8.5 | 2 | 1 |
| Glenn Maxwell | 1 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 16 | 5 | 0 |
| Marcus Stoinis | 3 | 0 | 35 | 0 | 11.67 | 1 | 0 |
| Adam Zampa | 4 | 0 | 12 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Australia · Innings 2
| Batter | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Warner | c Bhanuka Rajapaksa b Dasun Shanaka | 65 | 42 | 10 | 0 | 154.76 |
| Aaron Finch (c) | b Wanindu Hasaranga | 37 | 23 | 5 | 2 | 160.87 |
| Glenn Maxwell | c Avishka Fernando b Wanindu Hasaranga | 5 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 83.33 |
| Steven Smith | not out | 28* | 26 | 1 | 0 | 107.69 |
| Marcus Stoinis | not out | 16* | 7 | 2 | 1 | 228.57 |
Sri Lanka · Bowling
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ | Wd | Nb |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chamika Karunaratne | 2 | 0 | 19 | 0 | 9.5 | 1 | 0 |
| Maheesh Theekshana | 4 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 6.75 | 0 | 0 |
| Dushmantha Chameera | 3 | 0 | 33 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 1 |
| Lahiru Kumara | 3 | 0 | 48 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 0 |
| Wanindu Hasaranga | 4 | 0 | 22 | 2 | 5.5 | 0 | 1 |
| Dasun Shanaka (c) | 1 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 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 |
Adam Zampa
AUS
|
0.0 |
| 2 |
Wanindu Hasaranga
SL
|
0.0 |
| 3 |
David Warner
AUS
|
0.0 |
| 4 |
Aaron Finch
AUS
|
0.0 |
| 5 |
Mitchell Starc
AUS
|
0.0 |
| 6 |
Kusal Perera
SL
|
0.0 |
| 7 |
Marcus Stoinis
AUS
|
0.0 |
| 8 |
Charith Asalanka
SL
|
0.0 |
| 9 |
Bhanuka Rajapaksa
SL
|
0.0 |
| 10 |
Pat Cummins
AUS
|
0.0 |
| 11 |
Dasun Shanaka
SL
|
0.0 |
| 12 |
Steven Smith
AUS
|
0.0 |
| 13 |
Chamika Karunaratne
SL
|
0.0 |
| 14 |
Maheesh Theekshana
SL
|
0.0 |
| 15 |
Josh Hazlewood
AUS
|
0.0 |
| 16 |
Pathum Nissanka
SL
|
0.0 |
| 17 |
Dushmantha Chameera
SL
|
0.0 |
| 18 |
Glenn Maxwell
AUS
|
0.0 |
| 19 |
Lahiru Kumara
SL
|
0.0 |
| 20 |
Avishka Fernando
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 18 balls remaining) in T20 World Cup 2021 at Dubai International Cricket Stadium on 28 October 2021. David Warner top-scored with 65 off 42 balls and Adam Zampa took 2/12.
Frequently asked questions
Who played in Australia vs Sri Lanka?
Australia XI: David Warner, Aaron Finch (c), Glenn Maxwell, Steven Smith, Marcus Stoinis, Mitchell Marsh, Matthew Wade (wk), Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood. Sri Lanka XI: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Perera (wk), Charith Asalanka, Avishka Fernando, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dasun Shanaka (c), Chamika Karunaratne, Dushmantha Chameera, Lahiru Kumara, Maheesh Theekshana.
Who won Australia vs Sri Lanka?
Australia won by 7 wickets (with 18 balls remaining).
When and where was Australia vs Sri Lanka played?
Australia vs Sri Lanka was played at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai on Thursday 28 October 2021, in T20 World Cup 2021.
What were the final scores in Australia vs Sri Lanka?
Australia scored 155/3 in 17 overs. Sri Lanka scored 154/6 in 20 overs.
Who was the Statz MVP in Australia vs Sri Lanka?
Adam Zampa was named Statz MVP. The Statz Rating combines batting impact, bowling impact and match context.
Who was the top run-scorer in Australia vs Sri Lanka?
David Warner top-scored with 65 off 42 balls.
Who took the most wickets in Australia vs Sri Lanka?
Adam Zampa took 2/12 in 4 overs.