Wanindu Hasaranga has been declared fit and included in the 16-man squad in the Asia Cup, which gives Sri Lanka a big boost just before the tournament begins in the UAE. The leg-spinning allrounder had been dealing with a hamstring injury sustained at the Bangladesh series that caused him to skip the next T20I series against Zimbabwe.

The return of Hasaranga already created a buzz among those familiar with the decisive spin and lower-order hitting of the man. He replaces Dushan Hemantha, while uncapped batter Vishen Halambage has also been dropped.

There are more notable changes from the squad that lost to Bangladesh at home. Experienced names like Avishka Fernando, Dinesh Chandimal, Jeffrey Vandersay and Eshan Malinga have missed out. Instead, the selectors have called back Nuwanidu Fernando, Kamil Mishara and fast bowler Dushmantha Chameera. Chamika Karunaratne comes back, which adds to the seam attack, and Dasun Shanaka holds his spot as an allrounder.

Angelo Mathews could be in danger of not having a T20 future with the selectors seemingly looking ahead with younger players. Now Sri Lanka will rely on Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, and Dunith Wellalage for spin.&nbsp;

Their campaign begins on September 13 against Bangladesh. Following the final in 2023 and the 2022 win, it will be expected, and everyone will be watching how Hasaranga will contribute moving forward. 
 
Sri Lanka&rsquo;s spin attack looks stronger with Hasaranga back in the squad. Don&rsquo;t miss their Asia Cup journey streaming live on tapmad.

Wanindu Hasaranga returns from injury to join Sri Lanka’s Asia Cup squad, boosting hopes as the team prepares for their opener against Bangladesh.

Hasaranga Returns to Boost Sri Lanka for Asia Cup

LEEDS &ndash; Temba Bavuma, the captain of South Africa, won the toss and opted to bowl first against England in the first of three-match ODI series at Headingley.

Bavuma said that the decision was made because of the conditions, and the surface would be better to chase on. England skipper Joss Buttler, playing on his home ground, admitted he also would have preferred to bowl first.

England handed a debut to 22-year-old fast bowler Sonny Baker, who impressed in domestic cricket and now makes the step up to international action. Jofra Archer also returns to the ODI setup, featuring for the first time since March.

South Africa, on the other hand, will be deprived of pace spearhead Kagiso Rabada, who has been sidelined by an ankle injury. The batting lineup also lacks Heinrich Klaasen after he retired from international cricket earlier this year.

The series continues with the second ODI at Lord&rsquo;s on Thursday, and the final match is scheduled in Southampton on Sunday.

Playing XIs:

<ul>
	<li>England: Jamie Smith, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Harry Brook (captain), Jos Buttler, Jacob Bethell, Will Jacks, Brydon Carse, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Sonny Baker. 
	&nbsp;</li>
	<li>South Africa: Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickleton, Temba Bavuma, Tony de Zorzi, Tristan Stubbs, Dewald Brevis, Wiaan Mulder, Corbin Bosch, Keshav Maharaj, Nandre Burger, Lungi Ngidi.</li>
</ul>

South Africa won the toss and chose to bowl first against England in the ODI series opener at Headingley.

South Africa Win Toss, Elect to Bowl in ODI Series Opener Against England

LEEDS &ndash; England&rsquo;s batting order collapsed under relentless pressure from South Africa&rsquo;s bowlers, crashing to 121/8 in 22.1 overs in the first ODI at Headingley. Jamie Smith&rsquo;s stylish 54 off 48 balls was the lone highlight in an otherwise disappointing batting effort.

After being asked to bat first, England lost wickets regularly. Wiaan Mulder (3/29) was the standout, dismissing Jamie Smith, Jos Buttler, and Jofra Archer. Keshav Maharaj (2/16) and Lungi Ngidi (1/20) applied constant pressure, while Nandre Burger removed Ben Duckett early. A brilliant diving catch from Aiden Markram to send Archer back for a duck summed up South Africa&rsquo;s dominance.

England&rsquo;s batting woes:

<ul>
	<li>Jamie Smith hit 10 boundaries in his half-century before being dismissed at 102/4. 
	&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Joe Root (14) and Harry Brook (12) couldn&rsquo;t build on their starts. 
	&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Captain Jos Buttler (15) fell cheaply, and the tail folded quickly. 
	&nbsp;</li>
	<li>England collapsed from 82/3 to 119/8 in under eight overs.</li>
</ul>

Fall of Wickets: 1-13 (Duckett), 2-44 (Root), 3-82 (Brook), 4-102 (Smith), 5-107 (Bethell), 6-117 (Jacks), 7-119 (Buttler), 8-119 (Archer).

South Africa&rsquo;s bowlers were sharp and clinical, leaving England&rsquo;s lower order with the daunting task of saving the innings. Fans are following every delivery of this action-packed ODI live on tapmad.

England’s innings collapses in the Leeds ODI, crashing to 121/8 despite Jamie Smith’s fifty. South Africa dominate with sharp bowling. Watch every moment live on tapmad.

Jamie Smith’s Fifty Not Enough as England Crash to 121/8 vs South Africa in Leeds ODI

South Africa&rsquo;s bowlers stole the show in Leeds as Keshav Maharaj picked up four big wickets and Wiaan Mulder added three more, leaving England struggling in the first ODI.

The only shining light in the England side was Jamie Smith, who flattened the half-century, but the whole batting line-up had no solution to the bowling attack by the South Africans. There were also a wicket each by Nandre Burger and Lungi Ngidi to keep the pressure on.

With Maharaj spinning magic and Mulder striking early, South Africa now look firm favourites to chase down England&rsquo;s modest total.

Keshav Maharaj and Wiaan Mulder share seven wickets in Leeds, putting England under heavy pressure. Watch it live on tapmad.

Keshav Maharaj and Wiaan Mulder Lead with 7 Wickets in Leeds ODI

With the first ODI underway, England were able to manage a target of 131 runs in 50 overs to South Africa. While the performance was nowhere near up to par with what England has previously produced, this innings, along with the lethal bowling lineup of South Africa put a dent in England&rsquo;s hopes to gain early momentum.

While the first innings was not up to the mark, the second innings proved even more detrimental to the homeside as Aidan Markman came out the gates guns blazing, delivering a subline 50 runs in just 23 balls.

This knock has further tainted any chance the English side might have had to scrape a win with South Africa currently 72/0 on the 11th over. England needs to start taking wickets and soon if they want any chance to regain control of the match. You can also catch all the action and the South African excellence on <a href="https://www.tapmad.com/sports/south-africa-tour-of-england-2025/191/1">tapmad right now</a>.

South Africa dominate the first ODI against England with a fiery start by Aiden Markram. Catch the live action and full coverage only on tapmad.

Markram’s 23-ball Fifty Offers an Explosive Start to the Chase

As the dust settled, South Africa came out on top which was nothing less than a thunderous inning from the visitors side. England managed to only muster up a target of 131 runs. This was due to a combination of lackluster batting, South Africa&rsquo;s bowling line up and pitch conditions.

The second half of the game spelled even more doom for the home side as Aidan Markram was able to drive South Africa to a win in an absolute masterclass performance, chasing the target in just 20.5 overs.

This stellar performance from Markram and the sheer excellence of the South African fielding side gives the visitors great momentum going into the second match.

The second match will be held on 4th September and you can catch it on <a href="https://www.tapmad.com/sports/south-africa-tour-of-england-2025/191/1">tapmad</a>. Will the English side show a comeback or will the visitors carry on their impressive performance towards a whitewash.

South Africa dominated England in the first ODI, with Aiden Markram leading a swift chase of 131 runs. Catch all the live action and upcoming matches of the series exclusively on tapmad.

Markram Blazes South Africa to a Win in the Opening Match

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