Afghanistan A Tops Sri Lanka A by 11 Runs

In a thrilling encounter at the Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024, Afghanistan A defeated Sri Lanka A by 11 runs, successfully defending a total of 166-7. Sediq Atal was the standout performer, scoring 83 runs off 46 balls, while Zubaid Akbari contributed 57 runs. Despite a strong start, Sri Lanka A fell short at 155 all out, with Afghanistan's bowlers, particularly Faridoon Dawoodzai (3 wickets) and Bilal Sami (2 wickets), playing crucial roles. In women's football, Sri Lanka's Imesha Warnakulasuriya made a memorable debut, scoring the only goal in a 1-0 victory over the Maldives in the SAFF Women’s Championship. The performance marked a significant turnaround for the Sri Lankan women's team, which had previously lost to Maldives in 2019. These matches highlight the competitive spirit of both Afghan and Sri Lankan teams in their respective sports.