11 months ago
Pakistan Defeats Sri Lanka in Asia Cup Thriller
Pakistan beat Sri Lanka in a close cricket match during the Asia Cup.
Pakistan needed to win to stay in the tournament after losing their first game.
Sri Lanka also needed a win after losing their first game.
Pakistan's bowlers, including Afridi and Abrar Ahmed, did well.
The match saw a cheeky celebration from Wanindu Hasaranga mocking Abrar Ahmed.
Pakistan now needs to win their next game to make the final.
Pakistan defeated Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup Super 4 match.
Pakistan won after a tense match, with both teams needing a win.
Shaheen Afridi and Abrar Ahmed performed well for Pakistan.
Wanindu Hasaranga mocked Abrar Ahmed's celebration after getting a wicket.
Pakistan's win keeps their final hopes alive.
- Who
- Pakistan and Sri Lanka
- What
- Asia Cup match
- Where
- Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
- When
- September 23, 2025
- Why
- Super 4 Match
Pakistan Qualification
Sri Lanka Qualification
To reach the final
Pakistan Qualification
Needs to win against Bangladesh.
Sri Lanka Qualification
Needs Bangladesh to beat India and win their match against India.
Key facts
- Teams
- Pakistan vs. Sri Lanka
- Event
- Asia Cup 2025
- Match Result
- Pakistan won
- Venue
- Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
- Pakistan Performance
- Won by 5 wickets
- Sri Lanka Performance
- Lost
- Key Players
- Afridi, Nawaz (PAK); Mendis (SL)
Timeline
India and Pakistan's tensions threatened the Asia Cup's format.
Consequently, organizers eyed the UAE as a potential host location.
The tournament is set for September in the UAE; India and Pakistan may play.
Tuesday's match features Pakistan and Sri Lanka in Abu Dhabi.
Quotes
Mohsin Naqvi
The incumbent Pakistan Cricket Board chairman
“We will review this tournament and whatever weakness emerges, my promise is we will sit together and solve.”
indianexpress.com
Sources
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