ICC World Cup: Match between Australia and Sri Lanka underway in Lucknow

In ICC Men's Cricket World Cup, match between Australia and Sri Lanka is underway at Lucknow’s Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium.

Winning the toss and deciding to bat first, Sri Lanka were 127 for 1 in 22 overs when reports last came in. Both openers Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Perera have hit half-centuries.

This match is crucial for both the teams. Australia lost their two matches against the India and South Africa, while Sri Lanka is also looking for a win after losing matches against South Africa and Pakistan.

The two sides have faced each other 11 times in ODI World Cup history. Australia lead Sri Lanka 8-2 in the event, with one match ending in no result due to rain.