High Stakes Clash: Afghanistan vs. Sri Lanka in Asia Cup

Afghanistan faces Sri Lanka in a crucial last group league match of the Asia Cup. Despite a must-win situation, Afghanistan's skipper Rashid Khan chose to bat first. Key changes in the teams include the inclusion of Darwish Rasooli and Mujeeb Ur Rahman for Afghanistan, and Dunith Wellalage for Sri Lanka.

In a decisive encounter for Afghanistan, team captain Rashid Khan won the toss and elected to bat first against Sri Lanka during their final group league match in the Asia Cup on Thursday.

Afghanistan made strategic changes, bringing in Darwish Rasooli and Mujeeb Ur Rahman to bolster their playing XI. This move saw AM Ghazanfar and Gulbadin Naib sidelined. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka opted to field Dunith Wellalage, replacing Maheesh Theekshana.

The match features a lineup of top cricketers from both sides, with Sri Lanka's squad including prominent players such as Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis, while Afghanistan relies on key figures like Mohammad Nabi and Sediqullah Atal. This high-stakes matchup is critical for Afghanistan's campaign in the Asia Cup.

(With inputs from agencies.)