SL vs AFG LIVE Score: Afghanistan Cruising in the Chase of 269

The 1st ODI of the series between Afghanistan and Sri Lanka is taking place 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 preparation opportunity.

Afghanistan’s Playing XI

Afghanistan’s line-up for the match 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

Sri Lanka’s team 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.

Cruising in the Chase of 269

Ibrahim Zadran’s fifty has enabled Afghanistan to cruise in the chase of 269. Earlier, Charith Asalanka’s 91 propelled Sri Lanka to a competitive total on a tricky pitch.

Conclusion

The first ODI of the series between Afghanistan and Sri Lanka is providing an opportunity for both teams to prepare for the upcoming ICC ODI World Cup in India. With Ibrahim Zadran’s fifty, Afghanistan is currently in a good position to chase the 269-run target.