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Pakistan Team Reaches Sri Lanka for Afghanistan Series

Read about the upcoming ODI series between Pakistan and Afghanistan as both teams prepare for the Asia Cup. Get insights into the series schedule,
Pak reaches Sri lanka


Read about the upcoming ODI series between Pakistan and Afghanistan as both teams prepare for the Asia Cup. Get insights into the series schedule, past encounters, training camps, and squad line-ups.


The Pakistan cricket team has arrived in Colombo, Sri Lanka, to gear up for a thrilling three-match ODI series against Afghanistan. This series is not only a contest of skills but also serves as crucial preparation for both teams ahead of the imminent Asia Cup, scheduled to commence on August 30.


Past Encounters and Outlook

History has witnessed Pakistan and Afghanistan locking horns in four ODIs, all of which were clinched by Pakistan. Their most recent clash in this format was in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2019. With the series ahead, both teams are determined to bring their A-game to the field.


Training and Preparation

Prior to their departure, the Pakistan squad engaged in an intensive three-day training camp from August 14 to 16 at the National Cricket Academy in Lahore. Meanwhile, the Afghanistan team arrived in Sri Lanka on August 10 to meticulously hone their skills and strategy in preparation for the upcoming series against Pakistan.


Series Schedule

Mark your calendars for the ODI series action:


August 22: First ODI in Hambantota

August 24: Second ODI in Hambantota

August 26: Third ODI in Colombo


Read More about Afghanistan vs Pakistan ODI Series 2023


The squads for the series are as follows:

Let's take a look at the squads for the upcoming series:

Pakistan Squad:

A well-rounded squad featuring players like Babar Azam, Shadab Khan, and Shaheen Afridi.

Combining experience with emerging talent, Pakistan is all set to make a mark.

  • - Abdullah Shafique
  • - Fakhar Zaman
  • - Imam-ul-Haq
  • - Babar Azam (c)
  • - Salman Ali Agha
  • - Iftikhar Ahmed
  • - Tayyab Tahir
  • - Saud Shakeel
  • - Mohammad Rizwan (wk)
  • - Mohammad Haris (wk)
  • - Shadab Khan
  • - Mohammad Nawaz
  • - Usama Mir
  • - Faheem Ashraf
  • - Haris Rauf
  • - Mohammad Wasim Jnr
  • - Naseem Shah
  • - Shaheen Afridi


Afghanistan Squad:

Led by Hashmatullah Shahidi, Afghanistan boasts stars like Rashid Khan and Mohammad Nabi.

With a mix of seasoned players and promising prospects, Afghanistan aims to showcase its prowess.

  • - Hashmatullah Shahidi (c)
  • - Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk)
  • - Ikram Alikhil (wk)
  • - Ibrahim Zadran
  • - Riaz Hassan
  • - Rahmat Shah
  • - Najibullah Zadran
  • - Mohammad Nabi
  • - Azmatullah Omarzai
  • - Rashid Khan
  • - Noor Ahmad
  • - Mujeeb Ur Rehman
  • - Fazal Haq Farooqi
  • - Abdul Rahman
  • - Mohammad Saleem Safi
  • - Wafadar Momand


As the cricketing world anticipates the action-packed series between Pakistan and Afghanistan, fans eagerly await exceptional performances, fierce competition, and unforgettable moments on the field.


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