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

The first One Day International (ODI) of the series between Sri Lanka and Afghanistan is underway at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium in Hambantota. With the ICC ODI World Cup set to take place later this year in India, both teams are viewing this series as a preparation opportunity.

Playing XI

Afghanistan’s Playing XI includes Rahmanullah Gurbaz (w), Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), 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 (w), Angelo Mathews, Dasun Shanaka (c), Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Dushan Hemantha, Kasun Rajitha, Matheesha Pathirana, and Lahiru Kumara.

Ibrahim Zadran’s Fifty

Ibrahim Zadran’s fifty has propelled Afghanistan in the chase of a competitive 269, set by Charith Asalanka’s 91. The tricky pitch has made it a difficult task for the team, but they are still cruising in the chase.

Conclusion

The SL vs AFG ODI series is a great opportunity for both teams to prepare for the ICC ODI World Cup that will take place in India later this year. With the first ODI underway, Ibrahim Zadran’s fifty has put Afghanistan in a great position to chase the 269 set by Charith Asalanka. It will be interesting to see how the series progresses.