Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan, 2nd ODI: Battle for Series Victory

With the series on the line, Sri Lanka have opted to bat first in the second ODI against Afghanistan. The match will take place at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium in Hambantota on Sunday, June 4. The Afghani side, even without their spearhead Rashid Khan, will be aiming to seal the series victory and gain confidence as the ICC ODI World Cup 2023 approaches.

Teams

Afghanistan (Playing XI): Rahmanullah Gurbaz (w), Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Mohammad Nabi, Najibullah Zadran, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Fareed Ahmad Malik

Sri Lanka (Playing XI): Pathum Nissanka, Dimuth Karunaratne, Kusal Mendis (w), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Dasun Shanaka (c), Wanindu Hasaranga, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Kasun Rajitha

Conclusion

The second ODI between Sri Lanka and Afghanistan is set to be an intense battle for series victory. While the Sri Lankan side will be aiming to defend their title, the Afghani team, even without Rashid Khan, will be determined to take home the series win and bolster their confidence ahead of the ICC ODI World Cup 2023.