Dhaka, Jan. 31 -- Opener Usman Khawaja's first double century and a ton on debut by Josh Inglis helped Australia to 654-6 declared on day two of the first Test match against Sri Lanka on Thursday.
Khawaja's 266-run third-wicket partnership with skipper Steve Smith, who hit 141, stood out after Australia elected to bat first at the start of the two-match series in Galle.
It was the first time the tourists had breached the 600-run mark in Sri Lanka, surpassing their previous Asian high of 617, posted in Pakistan in 1980.
Wicketkeeper-batter Alex Carey was unbeaten on 46 with Mitchell Starc on 19 when Smith declared the first innings in the final session.
Inglis made it count when he walked in after Smith departed on 141 in a landmark inni...