After an early exit from the T20 World Cup 2026, Afghanistan have geared up for a limited-overs series against Sri Lanka. They will host the Lankan Lions in the UAE in March 2026.
So, here’s all you need to know about the Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka 2026 series.
When does the series start?
Afghanistan and Sri Lanka will start the series on March 13, 2026. They will lock horns in the first T20I in Sharjah at 6:30 PM local time (8:00 PM IST).
How many matches are in the series?
Both teams will play six matches in total. There are three T20Is and three ODIs.
Which venues will host the matches?
The series is spread across two venues in the UAE. Sharjah will host all T20Is, while Dubai will stage the ODI leg.
What’s the complete schedule for the Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka 2026 series?
After the series opener, the second T20I will take place on March 15, with the third on March 17.
Then, both teams will play three ODIs. The first of those one-dayers will take place on March 20. The second and third ODIs will be on March 22 and 25, respectively.
All T20Is will start at 6:30 PM local time, while the ODIs are day affairs, beginning at 9:00 AM.
Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka ODI & T20I Series 2026: Schedule
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (Local/IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 13, 2026 | AFG vs SL, 1st T20I | Sharjah | 6:30 PM/8:00 PM |
| March 15, 2026 | AFG vs SL, 2nd T20I | Sharjah | 6:30 PM/8:00 PM |
| March 17, 2026 | AFG vs SL, 3rd T20I | Sharjah | 6:30 PM/8:00 PM |
| March 20, 2026 | AFG vs SL, 1st ODI | Dubai (DICS) | 9:00 AM/10:30 AM |
| March 22, 2026 | AFG vs SL, 2nd ODI | Dubai (DICS) | 9:00 AM/10:30 AM |
| March 25, 2026 | AFG vs SL, 3rd ODI | Dubai (DICS) | 9:00 AM/10:30 AM |
Ongoing & Upcoming Series Schedule:
India’s Domestic Cricket Schedule 2025-26
New Zealand Schedule for 2025-26 Home Season
New Zealand vs South Africa T20I Series 2026 Schedule
Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka 2026 Series Schedule
World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 Full Schedule
India’s T20 World Cup 2026 Schedule
ICC T20 World Cup 2026: Schedule
India Women’s Tour of Australia 2026: Schedule
Indian Men’s Cricket Team 2026 Schedule
Indian Women’s Cricket Team 2026 Schedule
Australia Men’s Cricket Team 2026 Schedule
England Men’s Cricket Team 2026 Schedule
England 2026 Home Season Schedule
South Africa Men’s Cricket Team 2026 Schedule
South Africa 2026-27 Home Season Schedule
New Zealand Men’s Cricket Team 2026 Schedule
Pakistan Men’s Cricket Team 2026 Schedule
India’s ODI Schedule Till 2027 Cricket World Cup
Australia’s ODI Schedule Till 2027 Cricket World Cup
South Africa’s ODI Schedule Till 2027 Cricket World Cup
England’s ODI Schedule Till 2027 Cricket World Cup
What are the squads?
Afghanistan have announced their squad for T20Is and ODIs. In a surprising move, Afghanistan have appointed Ibrahim Zadran as their new T20I skipper.
Zadran replaces Rashid Khan in the role. Hashmatullah Shahidi, meanwhile, continues to lead the Afghan Atalans in ODIs.
Most of the regulars have retained their spots, though they have introduced a few new faces. Noor ul Rahman, Sharafuddin Ashraf and Fareed Malik are among the fresh faces.
Afghanistan T20I Squad vs Sri Lanka
Ibrahim Zadran (capt), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Noor Rahman (wk), Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Shahidullah Kamal, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Sharafuddin Ashraf, Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmad, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Zia Ur Rahman Sharifi, Fareed Ahmad Malik, Abdullah Ahmadzai. Reserves: Nangyal Kharoti, Bilal Sami, Ijaz Ahmadzai
Afghanistan ODI Squad vs Sri Lanka
Hashmatullah Shahidi (capt), Rahmat Shah (vice-capt), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ikram Alikhil (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Nangyal Kharoti, AM Ghazanfar, Zia Ur Rahman Sharifi, Fareed Ahmad Malik, Bilal Sami. Reserves: Qais Ahmad, Mohammad Saleem Safi, Bashir Ahmad
Sri Lanka haven’t yet named their squad.
Where to watch the Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka 2026 series?
The broadcasting details will be updated soon.
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