India, July 30 -- Sri Lankan Lions vs Afghanistan Pathans LIVE: The much-awaited second season of the Asian Legends League begins with Sri Lankan Lions taking on Afghanistan Pathans in the opening match of the tournament. The Sri Lankan side heads into the contest as one of the favourites, boasting a star-studded lineup led by former Sri Lanka all-rounder Thisara Perera.

The Lions possess plenty of experience with the likes of Kumar Sangakkara, Upul Tharanga, Danushka Gunathilaka, Ajantha Mendis and Nuwan Pradeep in their ranks. Having knocked Afghanistan Pathans out in the previous edition, they will be confident of making another winning start.

Afghanistan Pathans, meanwhile, will be eager to turn things around after finishing at the ...