In an exciting conclusion to the Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024 held in Al Amarat, Oman, Afghanistan A triumphed over Sri Lanka A by seven wickets. Afghanistan A, chasing a target of 134 runs, reached 134/3, securing the victory comfortably.
Match Summary
- Sri Lanka A Innings: Scored 133/7 in their allotted 20 overs.
- Afghanistan A Innings: Successfully chased the target, scoring 134/3 with a dominant batting display that sealed their title win.
Key Performances
- Sri Lanka A: Despite their steady start, the team faced difficulties sustaining momentum, resulting in a modest total.
- Afghanistan A: Their batsmen performed consistently, chasing down the target with relative ease.
Playing XIs
- Sri Lanka A: Nuwanidu Fernando, Sahan Arachchige, Lasith Croospulle, Dushan Hemantha, Dinura Kalupahana, Yashodha Lanka, Pramod Madushan, Eshan Malinga, Ramesh Mendis, Kavindu Nadeeshan, Lahiru Udara.
- Afghanistan A: Sediqullah Atal, Bilal Sami, Wafiullah Tarakhil, Shahidullah Kamal, Sharafuddin Ashraf, Faridoon Dawoodzai, Nangeyalia Kharote, Zubaid Akbari, Karim Janat, Mohammad Ishaq, Numan Shah.
Captain and Player Comments
Post-match, the Sri Lankan captain praised his team’s fighting spirit despite the loss, emphasizing the learning experiences gained through the tournament. The Afghan captain expressed pride in his squad’s resilience and performance, particularly their disciplined chase under pressure, which was key to their victory.
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