NEW DELHI: Sri Lanka emerged victorious by 42 runs against Afghanistan in the first match of their three-game one-day international series in a gripping encounter at Pallekele, spurred by an exceptional double century from Pathum Nissanka.
Facing a formidable target of 382 runs, Afghanistan displayed resilience, with Mohammad Nabi and Azmatullah Omarzai mustering centuries after a shaky start at 55/5.