Colombo [Sri Lanka]: A 134-run stand between David Warner (70 *) as well as Aaron Finch (61 *) helped Australia defeat Sri Lanka by ten wickets in the initial T20 of the three-match series at R Premadasa Stadium below on Tuesday. Chasing 129, Australia was off to a solid begin. Openers Finch and also Warner preserved strike rotation with some occasional success as well as great running between the gates.
A 4 of spinner Maheesh Theekshana’s delivery in the 6th over took Aussies to the 50-run mark.
At the end of 6 overs, Australia stood at a strong 59/0, with Detector (35 *) and Aaron Finch (24 *).
After the power play, the duo continued their attack on bowlers. At the end of 10 overs, Australia had actually reached 87/0 with Warner (49 *) as well as Finch (38 *).
The match was interrupted by rainfall, with Australia at 101/0, with Warner (58 *) as well as Finch (42 *).
Finch completed the procedures for the Aussies at the final ball of the 14th over with a 6, winning the game for his side by 10 wickets.
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