Australia is edging towards a 2-0 series sweep over Sri Lanka after Alex Carey's breathtaking century propelled the visitors into a formidable position in the second test.

Alex Carey launched a counter-attack against Sri Lankan spinners and scored 156 runs at a strike rate over 80.

Australia's Alex Carey reflected on the challenges and excitement of wicket-keeping to spinners during their 2-0 series win against Sri Lanka. The victory featured stellar performances by spinners Kuhnemann and Lyon,

Alex Carey's record-breaking 156 in Galle surpasses Adam Gilchrist's highest score by an Australian wicketkeeper in Asia, guiding Australia to a strong position in the second Test against Sri Lanka alongside stand-in captain Steven Smith.