India, Feb. 14 -- Sri Lanka delivered a commanding performance to crush Australia by 174 runs in the second ODI at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Friday, sealing the series 2-0 in emphatic fashion. This was Sri Lanka's biggest win (by runs) against the Aussies, and the hosts' win further exposed Australia's struggles as they continue preparations for the upcoming Champions Trophy.

Missing star pacers Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood, along with all-rounders Mitchell Marsh and Marcus Stoinis (who recently retired), Australia lacked firepower both with the ball and the bat.

Their woes deepened as Sri Lanka dominated proceedings with a complete all-round display.

Opting to bat first, Sri Lanka's top order laid a soli...