Sri Lanka A vs Afghanistan A, TNAS, Today Match Prediction

SL-A vs AFG-A Match Prediction & Analysis

Sri Lanka A will take on Afghanistan A in the 6th Match of the Sri Lanka A-Team Tri Series (OD) at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla, on 19 June 2026 at 11:00 AM IST. The tri-series has entered a crucial stage, with teams battling for valuable points ahead of the knockout phase.

The tournament has already produced several competitive contests, with Sri Lanka A emerging as one of the stronger sides so far. They currently sit second on the points table with two wins from three matches. Afghanistan A, meanwhile, have managed one win from three matches and are looking to bounce back after a challenging start to the campaign.

Sri Lanka A’s recent form has also been impressive, winning four of their last five matches. Afghanistan A, on the other hand, have struggled for consistency and have lost four of their last five games. With Sri Lanka A aiming to qualify fior the finals Afghanistan A desperate for a win, an intriguing contest awaits in Dambulla.

RECENT PERFORMANCE

SL-A

W L

SL-A

265/9 in 50.0 5.3

TNAS

Match tied (Sri Lanka A won the Super Over)

15 Jun 2026

IND A

265/10 in 49.2 5.37

SL-A

269/10 in 48.5 5.51

TNAS

India A beat Sri Lanka A by 8 runs 09 Jun 2026

IND A

277/6 in 50.0 5.54

AFG-A

W

IND A

349/9 in 49.0 7.12

TNAS

Afghanistan A won by 4 runs (DLS method) 11 Jun 2026

AFG-A

177/2 in 25.5 6.85

HEAD TO HEAD

TEAMS PREVIEW

Sri Lanka A Preview

Sri Lanka A have enjoyed a strong campaign in the Sri Lanka A-Team Tri Series 2026, winning two of their three league matches to move into a commanding position in the race for the final. After an opening 8-run defeat to India A, they responded with an 8-wicket DLS victory over Afghanistan A before securing a dramatic Super Over win against India A in their final league game. 

With 4 points and a healthy net run rate of +0.494, Sri Lanka A currently sit ahead of Afghanistan A and hold a significant advantage in the standings. A victory would comfortably confirm their place in the final, while even a narrow defeat could be enough for them to progress thanks to their superior NRR.

In that dramatic encounter against India A, Sri Lanka A successfully tied a chase of 265, finishing on 265/9 in 50 overs. Sadeera Samarawickrama anchored the innings with a superb 93 off 113 balls, while Niroshan Dickwella contributed 37. Earlier, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth and Mohamed Shiraz starred with the ball, picking up 3 wickets each to help restrict India A to 265. The match was eventually decided in a Super Over, where Sri Lanka A posted 16 runs, with Avishka Fernando and Sahan Arachchige holding their nerve before the bowlers sealed a memorable win.

Sri Lanka A’s batting has revolved around the prolific Sadeera Samarawickrama, who has scored 199 runs in 3 innings at an average of 99.50. Avishka Fernando has also been outstanding, accumulating 175 runs at an average of 87.50, including a century. With the ball, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth and Mohamed Shiraz have claimed 5 wickets each, while Viyaskanth’s economy rate of 3.58 highlights his effectiveness. Sri Lanka A possess a balanced squad with in-form batters and wicket-taking bowlers. If their key players continue to deliver, they have every chance of playing the finals against India-A

Key Players: Sadeera Samarawickrama, Avishka Fernando, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Mohamed Shiraz

Sri Lanka A Predicted Playing XI:

Niroshan Dickwella, Avishka Fernando, Vishen Halambage, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Sahan Arachchige (c), Ahan Wickramasinghe, Wanuja Sahan, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Chamika Gunasekara, Mohamed Shiraz, Kugathas Mathulan.

Sri Lanka A Actual Playing XI:

Avishka Fernando, Nuwanidu Fernando, Ahan Wickramasinghe, Sahan Arachchige, Ravindu Fernando, Wanuja Sahan, Niroshan Dickwella, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Dulaj Samuditha, Mathulan Kugathas, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth

Afghanistan A Preview

Afghanistan A remain in contention for a place in the final despite winning just one of their three league matches. Their campaign began on a high with a thrilling 4-run DLS victory over India A, proving they have the ability to challenge the strongest side in the competition. However, back-to-back defeats followed, including an 8-wicket loss to Sri Lanka A and a 101-run defeat to India A, leaving them with 2 points and an NRR of -1.602. As a result, Afghanistan A enter this crucial fixture needing a strong victory to improve their net run rate and keep their hopes of reaching the final alive.

Their most recent outing against India A was a difficult one. Afghanistan A conceded 319/9 in 50 overs, with Farmanullah and Abdollah Ahmadzai claiming two wickets each. Chasing a daunting target of 320, Afghanistan A were bowled out for 218 in 36.5 overs. Bahir Shah fought hard with 57 off 52 balls, while Faisal Shinozada contributed 46 off 56 balls, but the rest of the batting unit struggled to build substantial partnerships.

The batting has largely revolved around Bahir Shah, who has scored 152 runs in three innings at an average of 76.00, while captain Imran Mir has added 128 runs at 64.00, including an unbeaten 75. With the ball, Farmanullah and Abdollah Ahmadzai have been Afghanistan A’s standout performers, both picking up 7 wickets in the tournament. Afghanistan A head into this encounter knowing that they only have an outside chance of securing a place in the final. While they enter as underdogs, their explosive batting and wicket-taking bowlers give them the potential to produce a dramatic turnaround when it matters most.

Key Players: Bahir Shah, Imran Mir, Farmanullah, Abdollah Ahmadzai

Afghanistan A Predicted Playing XI:

Imran Mir (c), Hassan Eisakhil, Khalid Taniwal, Faisal Shinozada, Bahir Shah, Mohammad Ishaq (wk), Farmanullah, Shams Ur Rahman, Abdollah Ahmadzai, Zahir Khan, Faridoon Dawoodzai.

Afghanistan A Actual Playing XI:

Imran Mir, Hassan Eisakhil, Bahir Shah, Ijaz Ahmadzai, Farmanullah Safi, Shams ur Rahman, Noor Ul Rahman, Khalil Gurbaz, Faridoon Dawoodzai, Mohammad Ibrahim, Faisal Shinozada

PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS

Weather Conditions

The weather on the match day at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium is expected to be mostly cloudy with warm and humid conditions. The temperature will range between a high of around 30°C and a low of 22°C. There is a slight possibility of a brief passing shower during the afternoon. Overall, conditions look favorable for a full game of cricket in Dambulla.

SL-A vs AFG-A Pitch Report

The venue of the match is Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium. Established in 2001, it is one of Sri Lanka’s most prominent international cricket venues and the first major international stadium built outside Colombo. The average first-innings score in the tournament has been around 275 runs, making scoreboard pressure a key factor. The pitch generally offers good batting conditions early before slowing down and assisting spinners.

Toss: To Bat

The team winning the toss should bat first at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium. In the Sri Lanka A-Team Tri Series 2026, teams batting first have won 3 out of 5 matches (60%), indicating a slight advantage for setting a target. Captains are therefore likely to choose to bat first and put runs on the board.