Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka

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Exciting Clash between Afghanistan and Sri Lanka in One-Off Test Match

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Get all the updates and live scores from the intense battle between Sri Lanka and Afghanistan in their historic test match.

In a thrilling One-Off Test match between Sri Lanka and Afghanistan, tensions ran high as both teams battled it out on the cricket field. The match kicked off with Rahmat Shah's impressive four off Vishwa Fernando's bowling, setting the pace for a competitive game. Sri Lanka's captain, Dhananjaya de Silva, made a strategic decision by choosing to field first, putting the pressure on Afghanistan's batters.

Despite the initial odds favoring Sri Lanka, Afghanistan's players showed resilience and determination, making the game more intense than expected. With the pitch conditions favoring quick bowlers, both teams adjusted their strategies to adapt to the challenging environment, adding an element of surprise to the match.

As the day progressed, Sri Lanka's openers, Karunaratne and Madushka, displayed aggressive play, leading to a riveting battle on the field. Despite Afghanistan's efforts, the day ended with Sri Lanka in a commanding position, thanks to their solid performance.

The clash between Sri Lanka and Afghanistan provided cricket fans with an unforgettable experience, showcasing the spirit of sportsmanship and fierce competition on the field.

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Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan Live Score: One-off Test of Afghanistan ... (Hindustan Times)

Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan Live Score: Rahmat Shah hit a Four on Vishwa Fernando bowling.Afghanistan at 5/1 after 1.2 overs.

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Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan Only Test, Day 1: Live Score and Updates (India Today)

Sri Lanka (SL) vs Afghanistan (AFG) Only Test, Day 1 Live Score and Updates: Sri Lanka captain Dhananjaya de Silva won the toss and opted to field in the ...

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It's a mismatch on paper, but Afghanistan's batters can take the fight ... (ESPNcricinfo.com)

With the SSC pitch not expected to be as spin-friendly as in the past, both teams could add an extra quick bowler in their XIs.

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Afghanistan Vs Sri Lanka, One-Off Test, Live Streaming: When ... (Outlook India)

This will be the first-ever Test meeting between Afghanistan and Sri Lanka, and Dhananjaya de Silva's first game as skipper of the island outfit.

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Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan Live: When and where to watch SL vs AFG ... (India TV)

Afghanistan's multi-format tour to Sri Lanka will kick off with a one-off Test match at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo on Friday, February 2.

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Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan, Only Test Day 1, Live Score Updates (NDTVSports.com)

SL vs AFG, Only Test Day 1, Live Updates: Sri Lanka skipper Dhananjaya de Silva won the toss and opted to bowl against Afghanistan on Day 1 of the Only Test ...

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SL vs AFG, one-off Test: Sri Lanka captain Dhananjaya de Silva ... (Sportstar)

Sri Lanka needs more on-field aggression to re-establish its Test prowess, new captain Dhananjaya de Silva said Thursday ahead of the one-off red-ball match ...

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Jayasuriya, Fernandos and openers make it Sri Lanka's day (ESPNcricinfo.com)

Afghanistan were shot out for 198 on their first day of Test cricket in Sri Lanka despite Rahmat Shah's 91.

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Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan: Lankan openers off to aggressive start ... (Firstpost)

The rapid partnership between Karunaratne (42) and Madushka (36) in the last 14 overs of the day left Sri Lanka trailing by 118 but the tourists wicketless.

Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan, Only Test, Fri, Feb 2, Afghanistan tour of ... (Cricbuzz)

Nijat Masood to Nishan Madushka, 1 run, back of a length ball angling in from outside off, slapped away to deep backward point.

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SL vs AFG, Test: Sri Lanka openers take command against ... (Sportstar)

The rapid partnership between Karunaratne (42) and Madushka (36) in the last 14 overs of the day left Sri Lanka trailing by 118 but the tourist wicketless.

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