Asalanka and Hasaranga Lead Sri Lanka to Series Victory Over Afghanistan

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Dominant Batting Performance

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Afghanistan's Collapse

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Key Partnership Breakdown

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Wanindu Hasaranga's Brilliance

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Strategic Fielding and Bowling

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Sri Lanka's Recovery and Acceleration

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Fielding Errors and Missed Opportunities

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