Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan: Second ODI with Series on the Line

As the ICC ODI World Cup 2023 draws closer, the second ODI match between Sri Lanka and Afghanistan will be played at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium in Hambantota on Sunday, June 4th. With the series on the line, Sri Lanka have elected to bat first. Afghanistan, despite being without their spearhead Rashid Khan, will be aiming to win the three-match ODI series.

Afghanistan’s Playing XI

The Afghani side has chosen the following players to represent them in the second ODI match: Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wicketkeeper), Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (captain), Mohammad Nabi, Najibullah Zadran, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi, and Fareed Ahmad Malik.

Sri Lanka’s Playing XI

Sri Lanka has chosen the following players to represent them in the second ODI match: Pathum Nissanka, Dimuth Karunaratne, Kusal Mendis (wicketkeeper), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Dasun Shanaka (captain), Wanindu Hasaranga, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, and Kasun Rajitha.

Conclusion

The second ODI match between Sri Lanka and Afghanistan promises to be an exciting one as both teams will be vying for the win and the series. With Sri Lanka electing to bat first and Afghanistan having to play without their spearhead, the match will provide an interesting spectacle for spectators and fans alike.