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India vs Sri Lanka Highlights, Asia Cup 2025: India survive scare, beat Sri Lanka via Super Over
India vs Sri Lanka Live Score, Asia Cup 2025: Opener Pathum Nissanka played a breathtaking 107 off 58 balls, smacking seven fours and six sixes, but India survived a dramatic scare to beat Sri Lanka via Super Over in their final Super 4s match of the Asia Cup on Friday. Arshdeep Singh turned the tide in the Super Over, conceding just two runs while taking two wickets, allowing India skipper Suryakumar Yadav to finish the chase in a single delivery.
India’s innings had set the stage, posting 202/5. In-form opener Abhishek Sharma continued his purple patch with a 31-ball 61 laced with eight fours and two sixes, while Tilak Varma anchored the innings with an unbeaten 49 off 34 balls. Sanju Samson (39 off 23) and Axar Patel (21*) added valuable late runs. Despite early dismissals of Shubman Gill and Suryakumar Yadav, India’s big total was a result of aggressive strokeplay and strategic partnerships.
Sri Lanka’s reply was powered by Nissanka and Kusal Perera (58 off 32), who added 127 runs in under 12 overs, leaving India’s bowlers on the back foot. Arshdeep, Harshit Rana, and Axar Patel were targeted, conceding 132 runs in 11 overs. Key moments, however, including stumping Perera and dismissals of Charith Asalanka and Kamindu Mendis, kept India alive.
Needing 12 off the final over, Sri Lanka managed only two off the last ball, forcing a Super Over. India’s bowlers executed brilliantly under pressure, and despite Nissanka’s scintillating century, India prevailed, marking their sixth consecutive T20I victory decided in tied contests or Super Overs. The match highlighted India’s resilience and Sri Lanka’s batting firepower, setting the stage for a high-stakes Asia Cup final.
India’s innings had set the stage, posting 202/5. In-form opener Abhishek Sharma continued his purple patch with a 31-ball 61 laced with eight fours and two sixes, while Tilak Varma anchored the innings with an unbeaten 49 off 34 balls. Sanju Samson (39 off 23) and Axar Patel (21*) added valuable late runs. Despite early dismissals of Shubman Gill and Suryakumar Yadav, India’s big total was a result of aggressive strokeplay and strategic partnerships.
Sri Lanka’s reply was powered by Nissanka and Kusal Perera (58 off 32), who added 127 runs in under 12 overs, leaving India’s bowlers on the back foot. Arshdeep, Harshit Rana, and Axar Patel were targeted, conceding 132 runs in 11 overs. Key moments, however, including stumping Perera and dismissals of Charith Asalanka and Kamindu Mendis, kept India alive.
Needing 12 off the final over, Sri Lanka managed only two off the last ball, forcing a Super Over. India’s bowlers executed brilliantly under pressure, and despite Nissanka’s scintillating century, India prevailed, marking their sixth consecutive T20I victory decided in tied contests or Super Overs. The match highlighted India’s resilience and Sri Lanka’s batting firepower, setting the stage for a high-stakes Asia Cup final.
20:32 (IST) Sep 26
India vs Sri Lanka: SIX! 50 comes up for India
Wow! Abhishek Sharma (33*) launches a huge six off Dushmantha Chameera to bring up India’s fifty.
What a strike that was. Charging against Chameera isn’t easy given his trademark hard length, but Abhishek picked the 126.2kph slower ball perfectly. He created room and lofted it straight back over, just clearing long-off.
India 51/1 in 4.3 overs.
What a strike that was. Charging against Chameera isn’t easy given his trademark hard length, but Abhishek picked the 126.2kph slower ball perfectly. He created room and lofted it straight back over, just clearing long-off.
India 51/1 in 4.3 overs.
20:28 (IST) Sep 26
Ind vs SL Live: FOUR! SKY opens his boundary count
Despite Suryakumar Yadav finding the boundary, Maheesh Theekshana kept things fairly under control — conceding only 8 runs in the over.
Theekshana overpitched the fifth ball and Suryakumar pounced on it to open his boundary count with a four, getting underneath the delivery and crunching a crisp drive through extra cover. It raced away to the fence, no chance for the fielders.
India 44/1 after 4 overs
Theekshana overpitched the fifth ball and Suryakumar pounced on it to open his boundary count with a four, getting underneath the delivery and crunching a crisp drive through extra cover. It raced away to the fence, no chance for the fielders.
India 44/1 after 4 overs
20:23 (IST) Sep 26
Ind Vs SL Live Score: FOUR! FOUR! Abhishek on fire
L1 0 1 2 N4 4 1 – Another big over for India as Abhishek Sharma (26* off 13) continues his dominant form. Facing Nuwan Thushara, Sharma hits back-to-back boundaries to collect 14 runs from the over.
A no-ball offers him another opportunity, and Sharma capitalises, slashing a high full toss well above the waist over point for a boundary. On the subsequent free-hit, a streaky 134 kph delivery swinging in is met with a powerful slog; an inside edge sends the ball racing past short fine.
India finish the over at 36/1 after three overs, with Sharma asserting control at the crease.
A no-ball offers him another opportunity, and Sharma capitalises, slashing a high full toss well above the waist over point for a boundary. On the subsequent free-hit, a streaky 134 kph delivery swinging in is met with a powerful slog; an inside edge sends the ball racing past short fine.
India finish the over at 36/1 after three overs, with Sharma asserting control at the crease.
20:18 (IST) Sep 26
Ind vs SL: 14 RUNS & A BIG WICKET!
6 1 W 1 Wd 4 1 – Abhishek Sharma greeted Theekshana with a massive six. A 97.6 kph delivery around leg saw Sharma step forward, freeing his arms and sending the ball soaring over deep mid-wicket for an 88-meter maximum.
However, Theekshana quickly responded, taking a stunning catch to dismiss Shubman Gill.
Abhishek then struck a crisp boundary off a short and wide delivery outside off, flaying it over the point region. The spinner’s fit band or smartwatch even flew off his wrist on the delivery. Sharma ensured India made a strong impact, asserting himself at the crease.
India 22/1 after 2 overs
However, Theekshana quickly responded, taking a stunning catch to dismiss Shubman Gill.
Abhishek then struck a crisp boundary off a short and wide delivery outside off, flaying it over the point region. The spinner’s fit band or smartwatch even flew off his wrist on the delivery. Sharma ensured India made a strong impact, asserting himself at the crease.
India 22/1 after 2 overs
20:12 (IST) Sep 26
India vs Sri Lanka: OUT! Gill falls early
Caught & Bowled! Maheesh Theekshana takes a blinder on his follow through to dismiss Shubman Gill (4).
What a sensational effort from Theekshana. Shubman Gill looks stunned as he starts his walk back after the spinner pulls off a brilliant reflex catch. Gill had attempted to drive a full-ish delivery, but it wasn’t quite in the ideal zone and he mistimed it. The ball traveled to Theekshana’s left, but the Sri Lankan spinner reacted instantly, diving across and snatching it cleanly with both hands. A stunning display of anticipation and agility early in the innings, giving Sri Lanka a key breakthrough.
India 15/1 in 1.3 overs
What a sensational effort from Theekshana. Shubman Gill looks stunned as he starts his walk back after the spinner pulls off a brilliant reflex catch. Gill had attempted to drive a full-ish delivery, but it wasn’t quite in the ideal zone and he mistimed it. The ball traveled to Theekshana’s left, but the Sri Lankan spinner reacted instantly, diving across and snatching it cleanly with both hands. A stunning display of anticipation and agility early in the innings, giving Sri Lanka a key breakthrough.
India 15/1 in 1.3 overs
20:10 (IST) Sep 26
Ind vs SL Live: FOUR! Gill opens boundary count
0 Wd 2 0 1 0 4 – Sri Lanka pacer Nuwan Thushara began with a tidy opening over, conceding just four runs in the first five balls, including a wide.
However, he erred in line on the final delivery, attempting a magic ball that pitched on leg and aimed for off, but it drifted onto the pads. Shubman Gill capitalised, flicking it over the empty mid-wicket region for a boundary, bringing up a stylish finish to the over.
However, he erred in line on the final delivery, attempting a magic ball that pitched on leg and aimed for off, but it drifted onto the pads. Shubman Gill capitalised, flicking it over the empty mid-wicket region for a boundary, bringing up a stylish finish to the over.
20:02 (IST) Sep 26
Ind Vs SL Live Score: Action Time!
India’s openers, Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill, take the field to kick off the innings, while Tilak Varma warms up nearby in full gear along the boundary ropes.
Sri Lanka hand the new ball to Nuwan Thushara, with Abhishek Sharma taking strike to get India’s innings underway.
Sri Lanka hand the new ball to Nuwan Thushara, with Abhishek Sharma taking strike to get India’s innings underway.
19:57 (IST) Sep 26
Ind vs SL: Time for national anthems
The players from India and Sri Lanka are on the field as the national anthems begin. Sri Lanka’s anthem is played first, followed by India’s.
India have yet to deliver a flawless performance. While the top order, spearheaded by Abhishek Sharma, has consistently anchored the batting and the bowlers have done their job, sloppy fielding — with too many dropped catches — remains a concern they’ll want to address.
On the other hand, Sri Lanka, who were unbeaten in the group stage, have struggled badly in the Super 4s. Two lost tosses, poor batting performances when setting targets, and a middle order that largely failed (except for Kamindu Mendis) have hurt them.
Can they salvage some pride with a win to finish their campaign on a high?
India have yet to deliver a flawless performance. While the top order, spearheaded by Abhishek Sharma, has consistently anchored the batting and the bowlers have done their job, sloppy fielding — with too many dropped catches — remains a concern they’ll want to address.
On the other hand, Sri Lanka, who were unbeaten in the group stage, have struggled badly in the Super 4s. Two lost tosses, poor batting performances when setting targets, and a middle order that largely failed (except for Kamindu Mendis) have hurt them.
Can they salvage some pride with a win to finish their campaign on a high?
19:47 (IST) Sep 26
India vs Sri Lanka: Tilak Varma ahead of the match
"Finishing the games is something I always look forward to and it came against Pakistan and I am happy that I could do the job. Since the last couple of years I have been batted at different positions and Gauti sir said to be flexible and I try to play according to the situation. I do love a lot of fitness, got inspired by Virat Kohli and he is someone who has taken the fitness standard to next level, so yes I do spend a lot of time in the gym. The wickets have been on the slower side (here in Dubai)and I have already spoken to Surya that it (today's pitch) is slightly better for batting. When compared to Indian conditions, the surface and outfield is a bit slow here."
19:43 (IST) Sep 26
Ind Vs SL Live Score: Pitch Report
"India scored 168 on this pitch in the last game here. Surface will remain good for the entire duration and close to 160-170 haven't been chased. We have seen a little bit of help for the seamers, and not so much for the spinners. Batters will come out attacking in the first 6 overs. Looks like a very good surface." - Simon Doull and Ravi Shastri
19:41 (IST) Sep 26
Ind vs SL Live: What captains said at the toss
Suryakumar Yadav: "Just continue doing what we have been doing. We were actually looking to bat first. Good atmosphere, good game and we are looking forward to it. It is part of the game (dropped catches). We have two changes - Bumrah and Dube are out, Arshdeep and Harshit come in."
Charith Asalanka: "We are going to bowl first. We know that we can't qualify for the final but it is still an important game for us. It is a good pitch and we want to restrict them to 170-175. They have been doing really well especially our openers. We have one change - Janith Liyange comes in for Chamika Karunaratne."
Charith Asalanka: "We are going to bowl first. We know that we can't qualify for the final but it is still an important game for us. It is a good pitch and we want to restrict them to 170-175. They have been doing really well especially our openers. We have one change - Janith Liyange comes in for Chamika Karunaratne."
19:31 (IST) Sep 26
India vs Sri Lanka Live Score: TOSS TIME! SL opt to bowl
Sri Lanka skipper Charith Asalanka wins the toss, opts to bowl first against India in Dubai.
India Playing XI: Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson (w), Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy
Sri Lanka Playing XI: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (w), Kusal Perera, Charith Asalanka (c), Janith Liyanage, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Nuwan Thushara
India Playing XI: Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson (w), Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy
Sri Lanka Playing XI: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (w), Kusal Perera, Charith Asalanka (c), Janith Liyanage, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Nuwan Thushara
19:19 (IST) Sep 26
Ind Vs SL Live Score: Abhishek Sharma eyes historic Asia Cup record
As Team India gears up to face Sri Lanka in their final Super Four clash today, opener Abhishek Sharma is on the brink of a historic T20I Asia Cup milestone.
Having already propelled India to the finals with wins over Pakistan and Bangladesh, Abhishek has scored 248 runs in five innings at an average of 49.60 and a strike rate of 206.66, including two fifties. He is just 34 runs short of surpassing Pakistan’s Mohammed Rizwan (281 runs, 2022) to achieve the highest-ever T20I Asia Cup by a batter and could also break Virat Kohli’s Indian record of 275 runs.
Having already propelled India to the finals with wins over Pakistan and Bangladesh, Abhishek has scored 248 runs in five innings at an average of 49.60 and a strike rate of 206.66, including two fifties. He is just 34 runs short of surpassing Pakistan’s Mohammed Rizwan (281 runs, 2022) to achieve the highest-ever T20I Asia Cup by a batter and could also break Virat Kohli’s Indian record of 275 runs.
19:07 (IST) Sep 26
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19:03 (IST) Sep 26
India vs Sri Lanka Live Score: Learning from Super 4s losses
Reflecting on Sri Lanka’s poor Super 4 showing, Kandamby said the team underperformed against Bangladesh and Pakistan.
“In the game against Bangladesh, 168 was defendable, but they played better cricket than us. Against Pakistan, we were outplayed in all three departments,” he admitted. He also pointed out the over-reliance on openers Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis, who have been consistent but occasionally fail to anchor innings.
Kandamby added that other batters like Kamindu and Dasun have contributed with half-centuries, suggesting that the team has the individual talent to overcome challenges if they adopt a collective, positive approach.
“In the game against Bangladesh, 168 was defendable, but they played better cricket than us. Against Pakistan, we were outplayed in all three departments,” he admitted. He also pointed out the over-reliance on openers Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis, who have been consistent but occasionally fail to anchor innings.
Kandamby added that other batters like Kamindu and Dasun have contributed with half-centuries, suggesting that the team has the individual talent to overcome challenges if they adopt a collective, positive approach.
19:01 (IST) Sep 26
IND vs SL Live Score, Asia Cup 2025: Tackling India’s spin trio
India’s spin troika of Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakravarthy, and Axar Patel has created consistent challenges for opposition batters in the Asia Cup.
Kandamby expressed confidence in his players’ preparation against spin, noting that they have been practicing spin regularly.
“If our guys are in a positive mindset, we can overcome that challenge,” he said. The emphasis is on technique combined with composure, as the former Sri Lanka batter believes a proactive approach can help mitigate the threat posed by world-class bowlers, regardless of pitch conditions.
Kandamby expressed confidence in his players’ preparation against spin, noting that they have been practicing spin regularly.
“If our guys are in a positive mindset, we can overcome that challenge,” he said. The emphasis is on technique combined with composure, as the former Sri Lanka batter believes a proactive approach can help mitigate the threat posed by world-class bowlers, regardless of pitch conditions.
18:51 (IST) Sep 26
IND vs SL Live: Positive mindset key against India’s spin
Sri Lanka batting coach Thilina Kandamby emphasised the need for his batters to approach Friday’s inconsequential Asia Cup match against India with a positive mindset.
With two losses in as many Super 4 games, Sri Lanka are already out of contention for the final, while India aim to fine-tune their combinations ahead of Sunday’s summit clash.
Kandamby highlighted that a confident approach is crucial to counter India’s spin attack, which has troubled batters throughout the tournament, underlining the mental edge required even in matches with little at stake.
With two losses in as many Super 4 games, Sri Lanka are already out of contention for the final, while India aim to fine-tune their combinations ahead of Sunday’s summit clash.
Kandamby highlighted that a confident approach is crucial to counter India’s spin attack, which has troubled batters throughout the tournament, underlining the mental edge required even in matches with little at stake.
18:33 (IST) Sep 26
Pakistan fast bowler Haris Rauf has been handed a fine of 30 per cent of his match fees for “rude and aggressive behaviour” during the Asia Cup Super 4 clash against India last Sunday. His teammate Sahibzada Farhan, meanwhile, received a formal warning but no financial penalty for his controversial half-century celebration.
India skipper Suryakumar Yadav was also fined 30 per cent of his match fees after being asked to explain his post-match remarks following the September 14 India-Pakistan clash, which had prompted a formal complaint from the PCB.
India skipper Suryakumar Yadav was also fined 30 per cent of his match fees after being asked to explain his post-match remarks following the September 14 India-Pakistan clash, which had prompted a formal complaint from the PCB.
18:09 (IST) Sep 26
IND vs SL Live Score, Asia Cup 2025: Balancing Gambhir’s approach
Ultimately, the decision rests with head coach Gautam Gambhir.
Known for his rigid approach, Gambhir may prefer sticking with Samson for continuity. But the risk of carrying a misfit into the final cannot be ignored.
India also have the option of resting Jasprit Bumrah in the dead rubber against Sri Lanka, preserving him for the grand finale. While comfortable victories have masked small flaws, the management must address them swiftly.
The middle-order puzzle, fielding lapses, and team balance will decide whether India lift the trophy — or pay a heavy price for stubbornness in team selection and role clarity.
Known for his rigid approach, Gambhir may prefer sticking with Samson for continuity. But the risk of carrying a misfit into the final cannot be ignored.
India also have the option of resting Jasprit Bumrah in the dead rubber against Sri Lanka, preserving him for the grand finale. While comfortable victories have masked small flaws, the management must address them swiftly.
The middle-order puzzle, fielding lapses, and team balance will decide whether India lift the trophy — or pay a heavy price for stubbornness in team selection and role clarity.
17:44 (IST) Sep 26
IND vs SL Live: Jitesh Sharma’s strong case
If Samson is being forced into an alien role, Jitesh Sharma seems a tailor-made fit for it. His IPL numbers provide compelling evidence.
At No.5, he has scored 374 runs at a strike rate of 147.8; at No.6, he has 384 runs at 167; and at No.7, he has struck at a staggering 178.9. These figures underline his ability to finish innings with impact, something India desperately needs in the middle order.
With Samson struggling, Jitesh emerges as a natural alternative. The Sri Lanka game offers the perfect opportunity to test him before the high-pressure atmosphere of the final.
At No.5, he has scored 374 runs at a strike rate of 147.8; at No.6, he has 384 runs at 167; and at No.7, he has struck at a staggering 178.9. These figures underline his ability to finish innings with impact, something India desperately needs in the middle order.
With Samson struggling, Jitesh emerges as a natural alternative. The Sri Lanka game offers the perfect opportunity to test him before the high-pressure atmosphere of the final.
17:26 (IST) Sep 26
India vs Sri Lanka Live Score: Samson’s fit questioned again
Samson’s omission from the top seven against Bangladesh was telling. If he cannot slot in ahead of someone like Axar Patel, his role becomes questionable. His promotion to No.3 against Sri Lanka may be a one-off trial, but come Sunday, India might hesitate to repeat it.
Fielding coach Ryan ten Doeschate admitted Samson is still “figuring out how to bat at No. 5.”
Unlike a floater capable of launching in the death overs, Samson appears uncomfortable when tasked with middle-order acceleration. His scratchy fifty against Oman highlighted this limitation, putting added pressure on the management to make tough calls.
Fielding coach Ryan ten Doeschate admitted Samson is still “figuring out how to bat at No. 5.”
Unlike a floater capable of launching in the death overs, Samson appears uncomfortable when tasked with middle-order acceleration. His scratchy fifty against Oman highlighted this limitation, putting added pressure on the management to make tough calls.
17:24 (IST) Sep 26
IND vs SL Live Score, Asia Cup 2025: Floodlight factor in Dubai
Chakravarthy also offered an explanation for India’s catching woes, citing the Dubai Stadium’s unique floodlight setup.
Unlike traditional cricket venues, the lights here resemble those used in football stadiums, creating what players call the “ring of fire.” This design, he explained, sometimes disturbs a fielder’s eyesight when tracking high balls.
“It definitely causes a little bit of disturbance, but we have to acclimatise,” said the spinner.
While the technical explanation offers some relief, it also emphasises the need for India to adapt quickly. Dropped catches under lights cannot become an excuse in the high-pressure environment of a tournament final.
Unlike traditional cricket venues, the lights here resemble those used in football stadiums, creating what players call the “ring of fire.” This design, he explained, sometimes disturbs a fielder’s eyesight when tracking high balls.
“It definitely causes a little bit of disturbance, but we have to acclimatise,” said the spinner.
While the technical explanation offers some relief, it also emphasises the need for India to adapt quickly. Dropped catches under lights cannot become an excuse in the high-pressure environment of a tournament final.
17:23 (IST) Sep 26
IND vs SL Live: Fielding flaws under spotlight
Beyond Samson’s struggles, India’s fielding has emerged as another area of concern.
Across the tournament, the team has dropped 10 catches, including five in the win against Bangladesh. In close contests, such lapses can be costly.
Mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy, who suffered due to dropped chances off his bowling, admitted the team must improve. “At this level, you can’t give excuses. We need to take all those catches in the final,” he said.
His words underline the urgency for India to sharpen their fielding skills, especially when margins are razor-thin in high-stakes matches like the one awaiting them on Sunday.
Across the tournament, the team has dropped 10 catches, including five in the win against Bangladesh. In close contests, such lapses can be costly.
Mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy, who suffered due to dropped chances off his bowling, admitted the team must improve. “At this level, you can’t give excuses. We need to take all those catches in the final,” he said.
His words underline the urgency for India to sharpen their fielding skills, especially when margins are razor-thin in high-stakes matches like the one awaiting them on Sunday.
17:22 (IST) Sep 26
India vs Sri Lanka Live Score: India eyeing Pakistan final
India’s comfortable win over Bangladesh ensured their qualification for the Asia Cup final, leaving Sri Lanka eliminated after back-to-back defeats.
Today’s match thus becomes more of a formality, though it still holds significance for experimenting with combinations.
All eyes now turn toward India-Pakistan final on Sunday in Dubai, a high-voltage clash the tournament has been building towards.
For Suryakumar Yadav’s men, the game against Sri Lanka offers breathing space to assess weaknesses and test players like Jitesh Sharma. While the final looms, fine-tuning roles in the middle order could prove decisive in the title encounter.
Today’s match thus becomes more of a formality, though it still holds significance for experimenting with combinations.
All eyes now turn toward India-Pakistan final on Sunday in Dubai, a high-voltage clash the tournament has been building towards.
For Suryakumar Yadav’s men, the game against Sri Lanka offers breathing space to assess weaknesses and test players like Jitesh Sharma. While the final looms, fine-tuning roles in the middle order could prove decisive in the title encounter.
17:21 (IST) Sep 26
IND vs SL Live Score, Asia Cup 2025: Samson’s middle-order puzzle
Sanju Samson’s struggles as a middle-order batter have raised concerns within the Indian camp ahead of the Asia Cup final.
Head coach Gautam Gambhir and his team management may experiment with Jitesh Sharma during the inconsequential final Super 4 clash against Sri Lanka today.
Samson, despite his talent, seems ill-suited to the No. 5 role, often failing to adapt when the ball softens and conditions slow down. His inability to fit into the current batting jigsaw has sparked debates about whether India should reassess their plans and look at role-specific specialists before the final showdown on Sunday.
Head coach Gautam Gambhir and his team management may experiment with Jitesh Sharma during the inconsequential final Super 4 clash against Sri Lanka today.
Samson, despite his talent, seems ill-suited to the No. 5 role, often failing to adapt when the ball softens and conditions slow down. His inability to fit into the current batting jigsaw has sparked debates about whether India should reassess their plans and look at role-specific specialists before the final showdown on Sunday.
India vs Sri Lanka Live Score, Asia Cup 2025: Sri Lanka opener Pathum Nissanka delivered a spectacular century, but India survived a scare to win via Super Over in their final Super 4s match of the Asia Cup on Friday. Arshdeep Singh starred in the Super Over, conceding just two runs and taking two wickets, while India skipper Suryakumar Yadav knocked off the three-run target in a single delivery.
Earlier, India posted 202/5, powered by Abhishek Sharma’s 31-ball 61, his third half-century of the tournament. Tilak Varma remained unbeaten on 49 off 34 balls, while Sanju Samson (39 off 23) and Axar Patel (21*) contributed late-order runs. Sri Lanka’s chase looked daunting as Nissanka clobbered 107 off 58 balls, supported by Kusal Perera’s 58 off 32.
Indian bowlers struggled for most of the innings, with Harshit Rana, Arshdeep, and Axar conceding 132 runs in 11 overs, though they delivered crucial dot balls under pressure. Wickets at key moments, including stumping Perera and dismissals of Asalanka and Kamindu Mendis, kept India in the hunt. Despite Nissanka’s brilliance, India held their nerve, registering their sixth consecutive Super Over or tied-match victory in T20Is.
Earlier, India posted 202/5, powered by Abhishek Sharma’s 31-ball 61, his third half-century of the tournament. Tilak Varma remained unbeaten on 49 off 34 balls, while Sanju Samson (39 off 23) and Axar Patel (21*) contributed late-order runs. Sri Lanka’s chase looked daunting as Nissanka clobbered 107 off 58 balls, supported by Kusal Perera’s 58 off 32.
Indian bowlers struggled for most of the innings, with Harshit Rana, Arshdeep, and Axar conceding 132 runs in 11 overs, though they delivered crucial dot balls under pressure. Wickets at key moments, including stumping Perera and dismissals of Asalanka and Kamindu Mendis, kept India in the hunt. Despite Nissanka’s brilliance, India held their nerve, registering their sixth consecutive Super Over or tied-match victory in T20Is.
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