Australia and Sri Lanka will clash in the second match of the two-Test series. Australia crushed Sri Lanka in the first encounter, taking a 1-0 lead. Led by Steve Smith in the absence of regular skipper Pat Cummins,

With the series on the line, Australia will aim to maintain their momentum, while Sri Lanka will look to recover and make a strong statement in front of their home crowd

Australia are coming off a really strong Test match series victory over India, so they'll be confident of keeping the good times going in Sri Lanka. Of course, playing away from home is always a challenge.

After handing Sri Lanka their heaviest defeat in the history of Tests by an innings and 242 runs in the first game, Australia will be eager to complete their first series win in the island nation since 2011.

Australia is set to take on Sri Lanka in their first away Test of the year. Here's everything you need to know.

Here's how to watch the Test match on TV and live stream as well as the latest team news. The Sporting News takes you through all the information you need to follow the game.