Pat Cummins lauds 'brave' Australia for facing challenge head on
"There is so much appetite to learn and be successful on these wickets"
"There is so much appetite to learn and be successful on these wickets"
A look at some of the standout numbers from the Galle Test which lasted just over two days
Coach supported an attacking approach with the bat but said technique was a problem
Sri Lanka were bowled out inside a session on the third day in Galle as the first Test hurtled to a finish. Here's how it unfolded
Oshada Fernando named as his replacement on the third morning of the game
Usman Khawaja and Alex Carey also made vital runs as Sri Lanka's spinners struggled for control
ESPNcricinfo understands that SLC has told the game's broadcasters not to show images of any protests
Australia's batters have acquired some serious competence on subcontinent pitches
Niroshan Dickwella's counter-attacking half-century and Ramesh Mendis' double-strike keep Sri Lanka in the contest
There are no restraints on this thing. The brakes are worn. The harness is unclipped. SafeSearch is off
Offspinner also talks about importance of getting rid of tailenders quickly in Test cricket
The home side collapsed inside 23 overs as the match ended before lunch on the third day
A look at some of the key elements of their performance which came together in Galle
Green's rapid learning and use of knowledge from seniors to transcend extreme challenges has surprised his team-mates too
"Even playing them in the nets, I can see an improvement. I think they'll do the job"
Sri Lanka's spinners made a mark in the ODIs, now can they do the same in the Tests?