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'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.

Australian cricketer Alex Carey became the first from his team to score 150 runs in Asian conditions, surpassing Adam Gilchrist's previous record. Achieving this in the second Test against Sri Lanka,