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Afghanistan lose warm-up against Pakistan A ahead of Champions Trophy
Afghanistan cricket team suffered a 144-run defeat against Pakistan A in their first warm-up game on Friday ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy.
Batting first in Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, Pakistan A posted 314-8 in the 50 overs, with Hussain Talat (70), Mohsin Riaz (61) and Irfan Khan (57) emerging as top scorers.
In their chase of 315-run target, Afghanistan were bowled out for 170 in the 38.4 overs. Pakistan A captain Shadab Khan picked up three wickets.
Afghanistan will face New Zealand in their second and last warm-up match on Sunday in Karachi ahead of the mega tournament which will begin on Wednesday.
Cricket fans meanwhile can stay tuned with Ariana Radio & Television Network (ATN) as all Champions Trophy matches will be broadcast live across the country.
