Sri Lanka Ready to Welcome Afghanistan in Three Match ODI Series

Sri Lanka is all set to host Afghanistan in a three-match One Day International (ODI) series starting June 2nd. The matches will be played at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium in Hambantota. With the ICC ODI World Cup scheduled to take place later this year in India, both teams are viewing this series as a great practice opportunity.

Match Details

Match: Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan 1st ODI

Date and Time: June 2nd, Friday, 10:00 AM

Venue: Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium

Background

So far, Sri Lanka and Afghanistan have faced each other in seven ODIs. Out of these, the Lankan Lions have emerged victorious in four matches, while Afghanistan have won two (one match ended in a no result). The two teams last met in the format in November 2022, with the series ending in a 1-1 tie. This was Afghanistan’s maiden and only ODI assignment on SL soil to date.

Conclusion

This upcoming series between Sri Lanka and Afghanistan is sure to be an exciting affair. The two sides will be looking to use the series as an opportunity to prepare for the upcoming ICC ODI World Cup in India. Follow SL vs AFG live updates on InsideSport.IN to stay up to date with all the action.