Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 Super Four Match: Pakistan beats Sri Lanka by 5 Wickets in Thrilling High-Stakes Clash
- The Asia Cup 2025 Super Four stage witnessed an intense and high-stakes encounter between Pakistan and Sri Lanka at the iconic Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi.
- In a high-pressure Super Four encounter at Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium, Pakistan secured a crucial 5-wicket victory against Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup 2025, keeping their tournament hopes alive.
- Both teams had suffered defeats in their previous Super Four matches, making this game a must-win for progression to the final.
- Both teams entered the match desperate for a victory after disappointing opening Super Four losses—Pakistan to India and Sri Lanka to Bangladesh—making this a do-or-die contest to stay alive in the tournament.
Key moments and Turning points in the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match between Pakistan and Sri Lanka:
- Pakistan won the toss and chose to bowl, applying early pressure on Sri Lanka’s batting lineup.
- Early Bowling Fireworks: Pakistan’s Shaheen Afridi set the tone by taking two early wickets in his first two overs, dismissing Kusal Mendis and Pathum Nissanka cheaply, putting Sri Lanka under immediate pressure at 18/2. Shaheen Afridi made an immediate impact with the ball, taking three crucial wickets.
- Middle Order Collapse: Sri Lanka continued to stumble as Haris Rauf and Hussain Talat combined to take four quick wickets, reducing the Lankans to 58/5 inside eight overs, significantly denting their chances early on.
- Kamindu Mendis’ Resilience: With the innings faltering, Kamindu Mendis played a composed and gritty 50 off 43 balls, ably supported by Chamika Karunaratne (13*), to push Sri Lanka to a modest 133/8.
- Tense Pakistan Chase: Pakistan started strongly with Fakhar Zaman and Sahibzada Farhan putting together a lively 36-run opening stand, reaching 36/0 after 4 overs. However, wickets fell regularly, with Sri Lanka spinners Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana taking two wickets each to keep the chase tight.
- Mohammad Nawaz’s Match-winning Blitz: At a critical juncture, Mohammad Nawaz exploded with a lightning-quick unbeaten 42 off 16 balls, smashing three sixes in the 18th over, including the winning boundary, to steer Pakistan home confidently at 138/5.
- Fielding Drama: Wanindu Hasaranga also contributed with a stunning catch and tight bowling, keeping Sri Lanka in the contest as long as possible.
- Pressure Moments: Pakistan had a mini collapse losing four wickets in quick succession from 45/0 to 57/4, but the lower-middle order held firm to ensure victory.
These moments defined the flow and tension of the match, with both teams fighting hard for survival in the tournament.
Sri Lanka’s Batting Struggles and Kamindu Mendis’ Resilience
Winning the toss, Pakistan elected to field first and immediately put Sri Lanka under pressure. Pakistan’s fiery pacer Shaheen Afridi was the star with the ball, dismantling Sri Lanka’s top order early on by claiming three vital wickets for just 28 runs. The Lankans found themselves reeling at 58 for 5 in a struggling chase for stability.
However, Kamindu Mendis played a gritty and determined innings, anchoring the middle order and guiding Sri Lanka to a competitive total of 133 for 8 in their 20 overs. His half-century was the highlight of Sri Lanka’s innings, showing great composure in a challenging situation.
At 80/6, Sri Lanka faced a daunting task, but Kamindu Mendis rose to the occasion with a composed 50 off 43 balls. His partnership with Chamika Karunaratne, who finished unbeaten on 13, helped Sri Lanka post a modest 133/8 in their 20 overs. Despite Mendis’ valiant efforts, the total felt below par on a good batting surface.
Pakistan’s Chase and Mohammad Nawaz’s Heroics
Pakistan’s chase began with aggressive intent from Fakhar Zaman and Sahibzada Farhan, putting up 36 runs before the loss of the first wicket. Despite losing wickets regularly, including key batsmen Mohammad Hafeez and Hussain Talat, Pakistan remained in the hunt.
Mohammad Nawaz came to the crease at a critical juncture and played a match-winning innings, smashing 42 not out from just 16 balls with three towering sixes, including the winning shot in the 18th over. Nawaz’s explosive finishing helped Pakistan reach 138/5, sealing the win with two overs to spare.
Full scorecard Asia Cup 2025 Super Four Match: Pakistan vs Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka Innings
- Total: 133/8 (20 overs)
- Kamindu Mendis: 50 runs (top scorer)
- Shaheen Afridi (Pakistan): 3 wickets for 28 runs
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes | Dismissal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kusal Mendis | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Bowled by Shaheen Afridi |
| Pathum Nissanka | 7 | 14 | 0 | 0 | Bowled |
| Kusal Perera | 15 | 16 | 1 | 0 | Caught by Faheem Ashraf |
| Charith Asalanka | 20 | 17 | 3 | 0 | Taken by Hussain Talat |
| Dasun Shanaka | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Taken by Hussain Talat |
| Kamindu Mendis | 50 | 43 | 4 | 1 | LBW by Shaheen Afridi |
| Chamika Karunaratne | 13 | 13 | 1 | 1 | Not Out |
| Dushmantha Chameera | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | Caught by Salman Agha |
| Wanindu Hasaranga | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | Not Out |
Fall of Wickets – Sri Lanka
1-1 (Kusal Mendis, 0.2), 18-2 (Pathum Nissanka, 2.2), 43-3 (Kusal Perera, 5.2), 58-4 (Asalanka, 7.2), 58-5 (Shanaka, 7.3), 80-6 (W Hasaranga, 12.1), 123-7 (Kamindu Mendis, 18.4), 130-8 (Chameera, 19.4)
Bowling (Pakistan)
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shaheen Afridi | 4 | 28 | 3 | 7.00 |
| Haris Rauf | 4 | 27 | 2 | 6.75 |
| Hussain Talat | 4 | 22 | 2 | 5.50 |
| Abrar Ahmed | 4 | 8 | 1 | 2.00 |
| Salman Agha | 4 | 41 | 0 | 10.25 |
Pakistan Innings (Chase):
138/5 in 18 overs – Pakistan won by 5 wickets
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes | Dismissal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fakhar Zaman | 16 | 15 | 2 | 0 | Bowled Wanindu Hasaranga |
| Sahibzada Farhan | 24 | 15 | 3 | 0 | Caught Kusal Perera |
| Mohammad Hafeez | 13 | 12 | 1 | 0 | LBW Maheesh Theekshana |
| Hussain Talat | 12 | 8 | 2 | 0 | Caught Charith Asalanka |
| Faheem Ashraf | 7 | 10 | 0 | 0 | Not Out |
| Mohammad Nawaz | 42 | 16 | 3 | 3 | Not Out |
Fall of Wickets – Pakistan
45-1 (Sahibzada Farhan, 5.3), 46-2 (Fakhar Zaman, 5.5), 50-3 (Saim Ayub, 6.4), 57-4 (Salman Agha, 8.1), 80-5 (Mohammad Haris, 11.1)
Bowling (Sri Lanka)
| Bowler | Overs (O) | Maidens (M) | Runs (R) | Wickets (W) | No Balls (NB) | Wide Balls (WD) | Economy (ECO) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nuwan Thushara | 3 | 0 | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.70 |
| Dushmantha Chameera | 4 | 0 | 31 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 7.80 |
| Maheesh Theekshana | 4 | 0 | 24 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6.00 |
| Wanindu Hasaranga | 4 | 0 | 27 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6.80 |
| Charith Asalanka (c) | 2 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.50 |
| Chamika Karunaratne | 1 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 11.00 |
What’s Next in Asia Cup 2025 Super Four Stage
Following Pakistan’s thrilling 5-wicket victory over Sri Lanka, the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four stage intensifies as the battle for the final spots heats up.
| Position | Team | Matches Played | Won | Lost | Tied | NR | Points | Net Run Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | India | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | +0.689 |
| 2 | Pakistan | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | +0.226 |
| 3 | Bangladesh | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | +0.121 |
| 4 | Sri Lanka | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.590 |
The next fixtures to watch are:
- India vs Bangladesh on September 24, 2025, at Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
- Pakistan vs Bangladesh on September 25, 2025, also at Dubai.
- India vs Sri Lanka on September 26, 2025, at Dubai.
- The top two teams in this round-robin Super Four stage will advance to the final scheduled for September 28, 2025, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
- Every match from now on is pivotal as teams jostle for points and net run rate superiority, making the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four stage a captivating prelude to the grand final clash.
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