Australia's Josh Inglis made 102 in 94 balls with the help of 10 fours and a six during the first Test vs Sri Lanka.

Australia had Sri Lanka three down after opener Usman Khawaja's first double century and a ton on debut by Josh Inglis helped the tourists to 654-6 declared in the first match on Thursday.

Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar will lead an Indian team against a Sri Lankan side led by Kumar Sangakkara in the tournament opener.

Virat Kohli has been facing a massive decline in his Test performances that dates back to the start of 2020.

Batting maestro Steve Smith named three Australian stars who he feels can join him in the 10,000 Test runs chart after enlisting his name in the exclusive club.

Usman Khawaja struck his maiden double hundred in Test cricket on day two of the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle on Thursday.

Sri Lanka vs Australia, 1st Test Day 2, Highlights: Australia struck three times in the final session after declaring on 654/6.

Australian opener Usman Khawaja silenced his critics in emphatic fashion, registering a superb century on a turning track in Galle during the first Test against Sri Lanka on Wednesday.

Australia legend Adam Gilchrist marvelled at Steve Smith's transition from a leg-spin-bowling all-rounder to one of the nation's greatest batters.

After reaching the historic 10,000-run milestone with a single, Steve Smith went on to score his 35th Test century and helped Australia reach 330 for 2 on Day 1 of the first Test against Sri Lanka.

Australia's decision to drop Sam Konstas and not Usman Khawaja paid dividends as the veteran opener remained not out on 147 at Stumps on Day 1.

Ricky Ponting stated that it is hard to argue against Steve Smith being the best player of his generation due to one reason.

Former England captain Michael Vaughan has named the player who he believes is the best modern-day Test batter.

Steve Smith joined legends Ricky Ponting, Allan Border, and Steve Waugh in this elite club, achieving the milestone in just 205 innings the fifth-fastest in Test history.

Sam Konstas, who has played two Tests for Australia, boasts a promising record in first-class cricket.

Steve Smith scored a century on Day 1 of the Test series opener against Sri Lanka while also completing 10,000 runs in the longest format of the game.

Veteran batter Steve Smith became the fourth Australian man to reach a rare milestone and the overall 15th man to achieve the feat.

Australia captain Pat Cummins and South Africa skipper Temba Bavuma have expressed their gratitude for the overwhelming support from fans after securing their spots in this year's ICC World Test Championship Final