Sri Lanka, Feb. 9 -- In a thrilling encounter between Sri Lanka and Afghanistan in the 1st ODI, Pathum Nissanka became the first Sri Lankan cricketer to score a double hundred in One Day International (ODI) cricket. Nissanka's exceptional feat came as a beacon of hope for the Sri Lankan cricket team, who had been seeking a resurgence in the international arena.

Nissanka remained unbeaten on 210* in 139 balls with 20 boundaries and 8 sixes. His 200 came in 136 balls.

In a stunning display of batting brilliance, Pathum Nissanka etched his name in the annals of cricket history by becoming just the tenth man to score a double century in One Day International (ODI) cricket. His magnificent innings not only guided Sri Lanka to an imposing tot...