The match forecast, venue, dates & time, squads, team comparison, Last 5- ODIs performance, match prediction
Afghanistan and Sri Lanka are ready to play a pre -practice match in ICC Cricket World Cup on 3 October 2023, at the Barsapara cricket stadium, Guwahati, India.
Afghanistan have been one of the most improved teams in cricket in recent years. They have retained a number of talented players in their team, including Rashid Khan, Mohammad Nabi, R Gurbaz, Noor Ahmad and Mujeeb Ur Rahman. These are good players and Afghanistan want to utilize their talent and experience in this world cup 2023.
They will be hoping to qualify for the knockout stage of the World Cup 2023 for the first time in his cricket history.
Sri Lanka batting lineup is led by the experienced Dasun Shanaka, Kusal Perera, Pathum Nissanka, and Kusal Mendis, and also include new exciting young batsmen who are capable of big scores. They also have the sharp and experienced all rounders and fast bowlers like Dhananjaya de Silva, Dushan Hemantha, Mahesh Theekshana, Dunith Wellalage, Kasun Rajitha and Matheesha Pathirana.
Match info:
- Team: Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka
- Date & Time: Tuesday 3, October 2023, 2:00 IST.
- Venue: Baraspara cricket stadium, Guwahati
- Event: ICC world cup warm up Match
Afghanistan will be dependent on their spinners, Rashid Khan and Mujeeb Ur Rahman, to take wickets and restrict Sri Lanka from big scoring.
Sri Lanka will be looking to their all-rounder and batsman to make an impact with bat and ball.
While Afghanistan will also need their batsmen to step up and score runs, with Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Najibullah Zadran key players.
Watch Live On TV:- How to watch Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka live on TV?
Star Sports Network channel will telecast the Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka ODI live in India. Cricket fans can watch the match in Hindi on multiple Star Sports channels.
Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka: where to watch live streaming in detail?
Desney+Hotstar will live stream the 8th warm-up match Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka on its app and website.
World Cup Players in AFG and SL team
AFG and SL already announced his ODI world cup team with players.
Afghanistan probable Squad:
Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Reyaz Hassan,Rahmat Shah Zurmati, Najibullah Zadran, Mohammad Nabi Eisakhil, Ikram Ali Khil, Azmatullah Omarzai, Rashid Khan Arman, Mujeeb ur Rahman, Noor Ahmad Lakanwal, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Abdul Rahman Rahmani, Naveen ul Haq Murid.
Sri Lanka probable Squad:
Dasun Shanaka (c),
Pathum Nissanka, Dimuth Karunaratne, Sadeera Kusal Mendis (vc), Kusal Perera, Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Dushan Hemantha, Maheesh Theekshana, Dunith Wellalage, Kasun Rajitha, Matheesha Pathirana, Lahiru Kumara, Dilshan Madushanka.
Match Prediction: Who will win the match SL or AFG.
I predict that Sri Lanka will win the match by a narrow margin. They have a more experienced team and they have a number of world-class players.
Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.
(With PTI Input)
