Sri Lanka and Afghanistan Set to Face Off in Three-Match ODI Series
Sri Lanka is all set to host Afghanistan in a three-match ODI series, starting June 2 at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium in Hambantota. This series will serve as a great preparation opportunity for both teams ahead of the upcoming ICC ODI World Cup in India.
Afghanistan Win Toss and Opt to Bowl First
Afghanistan won the toss and decided to bowl first in the opening match of the series. The Playing XI for Afghanistan included Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wicket-keeper), 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 Playing XI was made up of Pathum Nissanka, Dimuth Karunaratne, Kusal Mendis (wicket-keeper), Angelo Mathews, Dasun Shanaka (captain), Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Dushan Hemantha, Kasun Rajitha, Matheesha Pathirana and Lahiru Kumara.
Conclusion
The three-match ODI series between Sri Lanka and Afghanistan is sure to be an exciting one. Both teams will be looking to use this series as a preparation opportunity ahead of the ICC ODI World Cup. The first match of the series will be played at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium in Hambantota.