SaralnamaPakistan defeated Sri Lanka by 5 wickets in the Asia Cup 2025 Super Fours match at Abu Dhabi. Sri Lanka batted first and scored 133/8 in 20 overs. Kamindu Mendis top-scored with 50 runs. Pakistan's Shaheen Afridi took 3 wickets. Chasing 134, Pakistan reached 138/5 in 18 overs. Hussain Talat (32) and Mohammad Nawaz (38*) guided Pakistan to victory after early wickets. Their 58-run partnership was crucial. Wanindu Hasaranga took 2 wickets for Sri Lanka. To cope with hot conditions, players should stay hydrated and pace themselves. (Updated 24 Sep 2025, 00:38 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Pakistan defeated Sri Lanka by 5 wickets in the Asia Cup 2025 Super Fours match at Abu Dhabi
- Sri Lanka batted first and scored 133/8 in 20 overs
- Kamindu Mendis top-scored with 50 runs