Sri Lanka A vs Afghanistan A, Emerging Teams Asia Cup Final 2024
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Match Preview
The Emerging Teams Asia Cup Final 2024 is set to take place on October 27, 2024, at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Oman, with Sri Lanka A taking on Afghanistan A. Both teams have had an impressive run in the tournament, with Sri Lanka A finishing at the top of Group A and Afghanistan A defeating India A in the semi-finals.
Team Previews
Sri Lanka A
Sri Lanka A, led by Nuwanidu Fernando, has been in great form throughout the tournament. They won their semi-final match against Pakistan Shaheens convincingly and will look to carry the momentum forward.
Afghanistan A
Afghanistan A, under the leadership of Darwish Rasooli, has been one of the top performers in the tournament. They stunned India A in the semi-finals and will be confident to take on Sri Lanka A in the final.
SL-A vs AF-A Key Players
Sri Lanka A
- Lahiru Udara (WK): A powerful wicket-keeper batter, known for his aggressive approach.
- Ahan Wickramasinghe (BAT): A reliable middle-order batter who has been in great form.
- Nuwanidu Fernando (C): A consistent performer with the bat, leading from the front.
- Ramesh Mendis (ALL): An all-rounder contributing with both bat and ball.
- Dushan Hemantha (BOWL): A standout bowler, top wicket-taker in the tournament.
Afghanistan A
- Sediqullah Atal (BAT): A prolific opener, scoring 313 runs in four matches.
- Zubaid Akbari (BAT): An aggressive approach at the top, scoring 64 off 41 balls.
- Darwish Rasooli (C): An experienced leader, key player in pressure situations.
- Abdul Rahman (BOWL): An effective bowler, five wickets in two matches.
- Karim Janat (ALL): An all-rounder with power-hitting and bowling abilities.
SL-A vs AF-A Dream11 Prediction
- Wicketkeepers: Lahiru Udara
- Batters: Sediqullah Atal, Ahan Wickramasinghe, Zubaid Akbari
- All-rounders: Karim Janat, Nimesh Vimukthi
- Bowlers: Abdul Rahman, Dushan Hemantha, Nipun Ransika
- Captain Choices: Sediqullah Atal, Lahiru Udara
- Vice-Captain Choices: Abdul Rahman, Ahan Wickramasinghe
SL-A vs AF-A Probable Playing XI
Sri Lanka A
- Lahiru Udara (WK)
- Nuwanidu Fernando (C)
- Ahan Wickramasinghe (BAT)
- Yashodha Lanka (BAT)
- Lasith Croospulle (BAT)
- Sahan Arachchige (BAT)
- Pawan Rathnayake (BAT)
- Ramesh Mendis (BAT)
- Dinura Kalupahana (BAT)
- Nimesh Vimukthi (BAT)
- Dushan Hemantha (BOWL)
Afghanistan A
- Sediqullah Atal (BAT)
- Darwish Rasooli (C)
- Zubaid Akbari (BAT)
- Shahidullah Kamal (BAT)
- Karim Janat (BAT)
- Abdul Rahman (BOWL)
- Sharafuddin Ashraf (BOWL)
- Allah Mohammad (BOWL)
- Qais Ahmad (BOWL)
- Bilal Sami (BOWL)
- Mohammad Ishaq (WK)
SL-A vs AF-A Final Prediction
Afghanistan A is likely to win the Emerging Teams Asia Cup Final 2024, given their impressive performance in the tournament and the strength of their squad.
Where to Watch
The match can be live-streamed on Disney+ Hotstar and can be watched on Star Sports Network.
Venue
The match will be played at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Oman.
Time
The match will start at 7:00 PM IST.
Pitch Report
The pitch is expected to be batting-friendly, with an average score of around 170.
** prediction this match Sri Lanka A 161 6/20 Afghanistan A 164 5/19 **