In a crucial decision at the toss, Pakistan’s stand-in captain Salman Ali Agha chose to field in the second one-day international (ODI) against Sri Lanka on Friday. The match, held in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, comes amidst heightened security concerns following a suicide bombing in Islamabad earlier this week, which killed 12 people outside a court. The incident had initially cast doubt over the continuation of the series, as Sri Lanka’s players expressed a desire to leave the country. However, after receiving reassurances from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) regarding safety measures, Sri Lanka Cricket instructed the team to complete the series. The remaining two ODIs were rescheduled for Friday and Sunday. Agha, leading the team in place of regular ODI captain Shaheen Shah Afridi, who was sidelined due to a fever, made strategic changes to the lineup. Abrar Ahmed, who missed the first game due to illness, replaced all-rounder Faheem Ashraf. On the Sri Lankan side, spinner Maheesh Theekshana was left out, with left-arm fast bowler Pramod Madushan taking his place. The match promises to be a test of resilience for both teams, as they navigate the challenges on and off the field.