Australia clinched their first win in the ICC World Cup 2023, triumphing over Sri Lanka by five wickets on Monday.

After facing defeats against South Africa and India in their initial two matches, Australia needed 210 runs for victory against Sri Lanka. Despite losing two early wickets with only 24 runs on the board, they persevered.

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David Warner was the first to depart, falling to Dilshan Madushanka with the score at 24. Steven Smith endured a duck, courtesy of Madushanka.

However, Mitchell Marsh and Josh Inglis provided a stellar performance, each scoring a half-century and steering Australia to a comfortable victory in 35.2 overs.

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Opting to bat after winning the toss, Sri Lanka enjoyed a commendable 125-run opening partnership between Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Perera. However, their fortunes took a turn when Pat Cummins broke the partnership.

Nissanka's dismissal marked the start of a rapid decline for Sri Lanka. He was the first to fall, amassing 61 runs with the team at 125 for one.

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Subsequently, Sri Lanka lost all their remaining wickets for just 84 runs.

Kusal Perera emerged as the highest run scorer with 78. Aside from Perera and Shanaka, Charith Asalanka was the lone Sri Lankan batter to reach double digits, tallying 25.

Adam Zampa excelled as Australia's standout bowler, securing four wickets for 47 runs in eight overs. Mitchell Starc and Cummins contributed two wickets each.

While this marked Australia's first victory, Sri Lanka suffered their third defeat in as many matches in this World Cup.