LAHORE – Sri Lanka will host Afghanistan’s three-match ODI home series against Pakistan scheduled for next month.
As per media reports, announcement of the decision will be made within few days.
Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has approached its counterpart in Sri Lanka with the request to facilitate holding three match white ball series against Green-shirts at one venue in August 2023 before the Asia Cup.
Due to unavailability of cricket grounds, Afghanistan is playing its home series on neutral venues.
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Afghanistan also has the option of playing matches in the UAE or Qatar. But the idea was dropped due to extremely hot weather conditions.
The SLC has agreed to host three-match bilateral ODI series between Pakistan and Afghanistan on one venue. Dates of matches and venue will be finalized soon.
Still it is a difficult decision for Sri Lanka as grounds are busy hosting domestic matches. Moreover, SLC needs enough time to prepare pitches for hosting upcoming Asia Cup and Lanka Premier League (LPL).
For Afghanistan, playing in Sri Lanka against a top side will be a good preparation for Asia Cup.
