Kabul, August 23: The ODI series between Pakistan and Afghanistan has been moved to Pakistan from Sri Lanka due to logistical issues. The three-match series was supposed to start in Hambantota on September 3 but commercial flights have been suspended in Kabul following Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan.

ESPNcricinfo reported that it will remain a home series for Afghanistan.

Also, a 10-day lockdown has been imposed in Sri Lanka due to rise in COVID-19 cases. Also Read | England Likely Playing XI for 3rd Test vs India: Probable England Cricket Team Line-Up for Cricket Match At Headingley.

The venues for the series in Pakistan are yet to be announced. Also Read | Tokyo Paralympics 2020: Here's a Full List of Indian Para Athletes Participating at the Summer Games.

All format Pakistan players including skipper Babar Azam are expected to be rested for the series as part of their workload management ahead of T20 World Cup.

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