SL vs AFG Live Score: Afghanistan is Cruising in the Chase
Afghanistan is well on its way to achieving the 269-run target set by Sri Lanka in the 1st ODI of the series. Ibrahim Zadran’s fifty was a major factor in the successful chase. Earlier, Charith Asalanka’s 91 had helped Sri Lanka post a competitive total on a tricky pitch. All three matches of the series will be played at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium in Hambantota. With the ICC ODI World Cup coming up in India later this year, both teams are looking at the series as an opportunity to prepare.
Playing XI for Both Teams
Afghanistan’s playing XI consists of Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wicketkeeper), Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (captain), Najibullah Zadran, Mohammad Nabi, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi, and Fareed Ahmad Malik.
Sri Lanka’s playing XI includes Pathum Nissanka, Dimuth Karunaratne, Kusal Mendis (wicketkeeper), Angelo Mathews, Dasun Shanaka (captain), Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Dushan Hemantha, Kasun Rajitha, Matheesha Pathirana, and Lahiru Kumara.
ENG vs IRE Live Score: Ireland Eyeing Historic Test Victory Over England at Iconic Lords
The Ireland cricket team is aiming to make history by achieving a Test victory over England at the iconic Lord’s stadium. This will be the first Test match between the two sides in over a hundred years. The match is part of the ongoing ICC World Test Championship and will be a milestone event for both teams.
Conclusion
The upcoming SL vs AFG series will be a great opportunity for both teams to prepare for the upcoming ICC ODI World Cup. Meanwhile, Ireland is looking to create history by winning a Test match against England at the iconic Lord’s stadium. The match will be a milestone event for both teams and cricket fans are eagerly awaiting the outcome.