• Match: 6th Match, AFG vs SL
• Date: 5 Sep 2023
• Time: 03:00 PM IST
• Venue: Gaddafi International Cricket Stadium, Lahore

In a highly anticipated matchup, Afghanistan is set to face Sri Lanka in the 5th match of the Asia Cup 2023, scheduled to take place in Lahore. Both teams recently locked horns with Bangladesh in their respective previous games.

Afghanistan faced an 89-run defeat against Bangladesh, currently placing them in the third position on the Group B points table. Their net run rate stands at -1.780.

In contrast, Sri Lanka kicked off their campaign with a notable 5-wicket victory over Bangladesh, positioning them at the top of the points table in Group B with a net run rate of +0.951.

In the 50-over format, these two teams have engaged in ten thrilling battles to date. Sri Lanka emerged victorious in six of these encounters, while Afghanistan claimed three wins. Additionally, one match in 2022 concluded without a decisive result. Another exhilarating contest is on the horizon as these teams clash on Tuesday.

Sri Lanka’s ODI squad boasts a mix of experienced veterans and emerging talents. Their batting lineup features accomplished power-hitters in the ODI format, enhancing Sri Lanka’s outlook for today’s match. The match prediction for the 6th Match is as follows:

Sri Lanka is favored with a 60% likelihood of clinching victory.
Afghanistan, conversely, carries a 40% chance of winning the 6th Match today.

The team that wins the toss is likely to choose to bat first. Afghanistan, who faced a loss in their last game while bowling first, may prefer to set a target this time. Given Gaddafi Stadium’s reputation as a high-scoring venue, opting to bat first seems like a sensible strategy. Sri Lanka is also expected to adopt a similar approach in this regard.