in 36 overs as the asking rate was simply too high. Notable during this game was a very fast outfield (called a "lightning-fast SCG outfield" here), with both teams hitting balls which easily went for four. 3rd final: Sri Lanka v Australia Opening batsmen Gilchrist and Katich gave Australia a huge start in the second innings. Gilchrist was bowled out and replaced by Ricky Ponting. Simon Katich scored his first century in a one-day match in this game. Gilchrist scored his hundred off 67 balls, the fastest ever century in the history of the series. Gallery Notes and references External links VB Series 2005/06 on ESPN Cricinfo Australian Tri-Series Vb Series, 2005-06 Vb Series, 2005-06 Sri Lankan cricket tours of Australia VB International cricket competitions in 2005–06 2005 in Australian cricket 2006 in Australian cricket 2005 in Sri Lankan cricket 2006 in Sri Lankan cricket