Aus Vs SL
Australia may be thinking fondly of their 2023 ODI campaign as it had a similar theme where they had lost early matches & was facing SL in the 3rd match. For nearly 20 overs they were seemingly going to get knocked out. But everything turned for them in a good manner & they would want to replicate the same in 2026. They will also relish the batting conditions in Pallekele as it provides the best batting track & Maxwell will also have fond memories against his favorite opposition. They also have history on their side as SL hasn't beaten a top 6 side after 2014, Aus has the highest score in Pallekele & SL hasn't beaten Aus after 2009. Theekshana will need to step up to counter the top order of Aussies but the Aussies may come out guns blazing in this contest