NEW DELHI: Australia and Sri Lanka are set to face off in the ICC Cricket World Cup, with both teams desperately seeking their first win in the tournament. Australia has had a disappointing start, suffering losses against India and South Africa, leaving them in ninth place in the standings with a poor Net Run Rate (-1.846). On the other hand, Sri Lanka has also had a difficult journey, losing to South Africa and Pakistan and occupying the seventh position with a Net Run Rate of -1.161.
Australia's struggles have been evident in all facets of the game. They have dropped six catches in just two matches, the most by any team in the World Cup. Their bowling attack has appeared ineffective, and their batting has suffered mini-collapses, failing to cross the 200-run mark in both games.
