Exciting match updates including a record-breaking performance by Pathum Nissanka as Sri Lanka triumphs over Afghanistan in a thrilling encounter.
In a thrilling 1st ODI match between Sri Lanka and Afghanistan, Pathum Nissanka stole the show by scoring an incredible double century, becoming the first Sri Lankan batter to achieve this feat in ODI history. Nissanka's unbeaten 210 runs powered Sri Lanka to a massive total of 381/3 in their 50 overs. Despite Mohammad Nabi and Azmatullah Omarzai's impressive centuries for Afghanistan, they fell short as Sri Lanka emerged victorious by 42 runs.
The match started with Sri Lanka batting first, with captain Kusal Mendis opting to bat on a favorable pitch. As the game progressed, Nissanka's exceptional performance overshadowed all else, breaking records and securing a memorable win for his team. The high-scoring encounter in Pallekele witnessed heroic efforts from both sides, with Sri Lanka ultimately coming out on top.
Regarding the top performers, Pathum Nissanka's record-breaking knock not only surpassed Sanath Jayasuriya's highest individual score but also marked a historic moment in Sri Lanka's cricket history. The match showcased exceptional talent and fierce competition, solidifying Sri Lanka's dominance in the series against Afghanistan.
In the backdrop, the ICC Test Championship continued to engage cricket enthusiasts globally as teams vied for victory in a competitive two-year cycle, leading to an exciting final showdown to determine the ultimate champion.
Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan Live Score: Sri Lanka at 73/0 after 9 overs, Pathum Nissanka at 44 runs and Avishka Fernando at 24 runs.
Sri Lankan captain Kusal Mendis was happy to bat first as the pitch looked a good one for batting.
2.1: Fazalhaq Farooqi to Pathum Nissanka, This is full and wide of off. Nissanka knocks it to mid off. Score 11/0. BatsmanAvishka Fernando ...
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Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan 1st ODI in Pallekele; Afghanistan won the toss and elected to bowl first against Sri Lanka. WATCH live in Sri Lanka.
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The previous highest ODI score by a Sri Lankan was by Sanath Jayasuriya, when he scored 189 against India in the Champions Trophy final in 2000.
He also became the player who now has the highest individual score in Sri Lanka's ODI history, surpassing the iconic 189 scored by Sanath Jayasuria against ...
Opener Pathum Nissanka became the first Sri Lanka cricketer to hit a double century in ODI cricket. Nissanka achieved the feat while batting against ...
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SL vs AFG 1st ODI: Nissanka remained unbeaten on 210 runs and helped Sri Lanka post a massive total of 381/3 in their 50 overs while batting first.
The star opener Pathum Nissanka broke Sanath Jayasuriya's highest individual score of 189 in ODIs for Sri Lanka and then became the first-ever cricketer ...
Pathum Nissanka batted well as Sri Lanka scored 381/3, before Pramod Madushan led with the ball as Afghanistan were restricted to 339/6 as Sri Lanka won by ...
Sri Lanka defeating Afghanistan in a high-scoring encounter in Pallekele. Pathum Nissanka hit his maiden double century which saw off a tremendous fightback ...
It was a record-breaking day at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on Friday (Feb 9) after Sri Lanka's Pathum Nissanka became the first batter to ...
Sri Lanka batter Pathum Nissanka scripted history by becoming the first Sri Lankan batter to reach the 200-run milestone in One Day Internationals (ODIs).
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Set a stiff target of 382, Afghanistan reached 339 for six as Mohammad Nabi and Azmatullah Omarzai scored centuries.
Mohammad Nabi and Azmatullah Omarzai smashed records but couldn't take Afghanistan over the line against Sri Lanka in the 1st ODI. | Cricket.
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