Sri Lanka and Afghanistan Battle for Victory in Second ODI
The three-match ODI series between Sri Lanka and Afghanistan is on the line, with Sri Lanka choosing to bat first in the second match. The game will take place at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium in Hambantota on Sunday, June 4.
Teams Prepare for the Match
Afghanistan’s team is ready to take on the challenge of winning the second ODI and the series without their spearhead, Rashid Khan. The Afghani side will be looking to gain confidence and momentum as the ICC ODI World Cup 2023 draws closer.
The Sri Lankan side, led by Dasun Shanaka, is also gearing up for the match. The team includes Pathum Nissanka, Dimuth Karunaratne, Kusal Mendis, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, and Kasun Rajitha.
Afghanistan’s Playing XI
The Afghan team will be made up of Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi, Mohammad Nabi, Najibullah Zadran, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi, and Fareed Ahmad Malik.
Conclusion
Both teams are determined to win the second ODI and the series. With the ICC ODI World Cup 2023 looming on the horizon, a win for Afghanistan would be a huge confidence boost for the team. Sri Lanka, on the other hand, is looking to make a statement and take the series. The match promises to be an exciting battle between two determined sides.