February 9, 2024 9:28 PM

Sri Lanka's Pathum Nissanka Records First-Ever ODI Double Century Against Afghanistan

Pathum Nissanka etched his name in record books becoming the first player from Sri Lanka to score a double century in One Day International (ODI) cricket today. The young opener dominated the Afghan bowling attack on his home ground, smashing a quick fire 210 runs from just 139 balls to power Sri Lanka to a massive total of 381 runs in the first ODI. This historic feat puts Nissanka in an elite club of batsmen who have crossed the 200-run mark in ODIs. He joins the likes of Sachin Tendulkar, Roh...