On March 6, the first test between Pakistan and Australia concluded a draw. After Australia led by 27 runs at the end of day 4, the game was heading in that way.
Axar had been rehabilitating from a shin ailment that had forced him to miss the South Africa trip and the West India T20 series. He has also lately tested positive for COVID-19.
The victory gave New Zealand's ailing campaign new life following a devastating loss to the West Indies in the tournament's first encounter.
Being placed in Group B, Sunrisers Hyderabad, led by Kane Williamson, will try to rebuild their team in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 after a disastrous season last year.
Rajasthan Royals, the inaugural winners, to face Sunrisers Hyderabad in Pune on March 29 in their opening game of the season.
In the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 opening on March 26 at Mumbai Wankhede Stadium, Kolkata Knight Riders will face reigning champions Chennai Super Kings.
Mumbai Indians, placed in Group A, will start their IPL campaign against Delhi Capitals at CCI Stadium, Mumbai.
Sri Lanka, who lost 16 wickets on the day, were bowled out for 178 in their second innings after being bowled out for 174 in the first.
The Indian Legends are beaten by a large margin of 76 runs, with only two runs from Kapugedra's final over.
Azhar's century was his fourth against Australia, and his stroke to reach three figures was the most streaky of his innings, as he ran down the wicket to Lyon and rolled past Mitchell Swepson.
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