Messi makes World Cup history with hat-trick in Argentina victory
The Argentina captain became the first player to appear in six World Cups.
The Argentina captain became the first player to appear in six World Cups.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz scored a blistering 102 and reached multiple career milestones.
Afghanistan A was bowled out for 245 before Sri Lanka A chased down the target with eight wickets to spare.
Captain Imran Mir's unbeaten 75 and Abdullah Ahmadzai's five-wicket haul helped Afghanistan A secure a rain-affected victory under the DLS.
Rahmat Shah's resistance was not enough as Afghanistan suffered a heavy defeat after being forced to follow on against India.
Saleem Safi claimed a six-wicket haul in only his second Test, but Afghanistan faced a daunting deficit.
Centuries from KL Rahul and Shubman Gill put India in a commanding position despite three wickets from Afghanistan’s bowlers.
Saleem Safi claimed the lone wicket as India made a steady start on the opening day.
Centuries from Darwish Rasooli and Ismat Alam powered Speenghar to an 84-run victory in the final.
Afghanistan A will open its campaign on June 11 against India A before taking on Sri Lanka A on June.