Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Highlights, Super Four – 3rd Match, Asia Cup 2025 | Pakistan Won by 5 Wickets

End of Over 18: Pakistan 138/5 – Pakistan win by 5 wickets

Over 18: 6 • 6 • • • 6

PAK: 138/5 | CRR: 7.66

Mohammad Nawaz’s fireworks seal the win!

What a finish from Mohammad Nawaz! He launched three mighty sixes in the over, smashing 18 runs off Chameera to close the game in style. Nawaz stayed unbeaten on 38 off 24 balls with 3 fours and 3 sixes, while Hussain Talat supported him brilliantly with 32 off 30. Their partnership was the backbone of Pakistan’s chase.

Earlier, Sri Lanka’s bowlers kept things tight with Hasaranga (4-0-27-2) and Chameera (4-0-31-1) striking at crucial times, but Nawaz and Talat weathered the storm. In the end, Pakistan trumped Sri Lanka in a nervy chase, clinching their first points in the Super Four.

Result: Pakistan beat Sri Lanka by 5 wickets (18 overs).

End of Over 17: Pakistan 120/5

Over 17: 4 2 • 4 1 1

PAK: 120/5 | CRR: 7.05 • RRR: 4.66 • Need 14 from 18b

Talat takes down Hasaranga! Two boundaries and smart rotation put Pakistan firmly in control.

Hasaranga returned for his final over, but Talat wasn’t holding back. He cracked a pull to mid-wicket, then lofted a glorious extra-cover drive, scoring 10 runs off two balls. With Nawaz also rotating strike, Pakistan bagged 12 from the over. Now they need only 14 from 18 balls — Sri Lanka’s window is closing fast.

End of Over 16: Pakistan 108/5

Over 16: 1 1 • • 1 1

PAK: 108/5 | CRR: 6.75 • RRR: 6.50 • Need 26 from 24b

Drama, but no damage! Asalanka nearly had Nawaz LBW, but with no reviews left Sri Lanka couldn’t challenge. A run-out chance was also missed in the chaos.

Just 4 singles in the over meant Sri Lanka pulled things back slightly. Nawaz survived a big scare while Talat looked to keep the board ticking. With 26 needed off 24 balls, the chase is still finely balanced, but SL will rue those wasted reviews.

End of Over 15: Pakistan 104/5

Over 15: 4 1 1 1 • •

PAK: 104/5 | CRR: 6.93 • RRR: 6.00 • Need 30 from 30b

Nawaz keeps up the charge! Another scorching boundary through extra cover drops the asking rate right at a run a ball.

Thushara tried mixing up his pace, but Nawaz punished the overpitched ball early on. Talat and Nawaz then rotated strike smartly before the bowler pulled it back with two dot balls to finish. Even so, with just 30 needed off 30, Pakistan will feel this chase is in their control — unless Sri Lanka can find a breakthrough fast.

End of Over 14: Pakistan 97/5

Over 14: 1 • 4 4 1 •

PAK: 97/5 | CRR: 6.92 • RRR: 6.16 • Need 37 from 36b

Nawaz counterattacks! Back-to-back boundaries off Hasaranga swing the momentum Pakistan’s way.

Hasaranga returned for a crucial over, but Mohammad Nawaz turned the tables with a cracking cover drive followed by a classy sweep to fine leg. Talat quietly rotated strike, while Nawaz’s intent eased the asking rate below a run a ball. With 37 needed from 36, Pakistan have their noses in front, but another twist is always around the corner in a chase like this.

End of Over 13: Pakistan 87/5

Over 13: 1lb • 1 2 1 •

PAK: 87/5 | CRR: 6.69 • RRR: 6.71 • Need 47 from 42b

Sri Lanka burn their final review! Theekshana keeps it tight but Pakistan inch closer.

Theekshana’s spell comes to an end — economical and full of guile, with two wickets to his name. Nawaz looked scratchy again, missing cuts and prods, while Talat tried to rotate the strike and grabbed a couple. The big drama was the lbw shout against Talat, but replays showed it sliding down leg, leaving Sri Lanka with no reviews left. With 47 needed off 42, this chase is delicately poised.

End of Over 12: Pakistan 82/5

Over 12: • • 1 • 1 1

PAK: 82/5 | CRR: 6.83 • RRR: 6.50 • Need 52 from 48b

Chameera strikes right after drinks! Haris departs and Nawaz joins Talat.

Just when Pakistan looked comfortable, Chameera pegged them back with a crucial wicket. Haris tried to up the tempo earlier but couldn’t survive the extra bounce. Nawaz has walked in and looked edgy, playing and missing before edging one safely for a single. Talat is still hanging around, but Pakistan’s middle order is running out of partners. With 52 needed off 48 balls, this game is set up for a nervy finish.

End of Over 11: Pakistan 80/4

Over 11: 1 1 4 1 1 1

PAK: 80/4 | CRR: 7.27 • RRR: 6.00 • Need 54 from 54b

Haris lifts the pressure with a classy extra-cover drive, bringing Pakistan right on par.

Theekshana tried to keep things tight but Haris showed intent with a cracking boundary over extra cover. Both batters rotated strike well, ensuring no dot balls in the over. With 54 needed off 54 balls, the equation is now a straight run-a-ball chase. Talat and Haris look composed, and Pakistan’s middle order has the platform set for a controlled finish.

End of Over 10: Pakistan 71/4

Over 10: 2 1 1w 1w 4 1 • 1

PAK: 71/4 | CRR: 7.10 • RRR: 6.30 • Need 63 from 60b

Talat’s positive intent keeps Pakistan on track as they head into drinks.

Chamika Karunaratne’s first over went for 11 runs, giving Pakistan some much-needed momentum before the drinks break. Haris worked a couple into the gaps while Talat showcased his aggressive stroke play, lifting one over extra cover for a classy boundary. Two wides from Karunaratne didn’t help Sri Lanka’s cause either. At the halfway mark, Pakistan are well within reach with 63 runs required off 60 balls and both Haris and Talat settling into their roles.

End of Over 9: Pakistan 60/4

Over 9: W 1 1 1 • •

PAK: 60/4 | CRR: 6.66 • RRR: 6.72 • Need 74 from 66b

Hasaranga strikes again! Salman Agha departs LBW as Sri Lanka tighten their grip.

Wanindu Hasaranga’s golden spell continued as he trapped Pakistan captain Salman Agha plumb in front with a fizzing googly. Despite reviewing, three reds on ball-tracking sealed his fate. Mohammad Haris joined Talat, and both managed to sneak a couple of singles, but pressure is mounting with Pakistan now four down. Sri Lanka have turned the game on its head, leaving Pakistan needing 74 off 66 balls with their middle order under severe stress.

End of Over 8: Pakistan 57/3

Over 8: 1 • 1 4 1 •

PAK: 57/3 | CRR: 7.12 • RRR: 6.41 • Need 77 from 72b

Hussain Talat finds the gap for a boundary as Pakistan rebuilds cautiously.

Charith Asalanka, the Sri Lankan captain, introduced himself into the attack against Pakistan’s captain Salman Agha. The over saw a mix of watchful play and smart shot selection. Hussain Talat got off the mark and then pierced the gap between point and short third for a neat four. Salman also chipped in with singles as Pakistan moved to 57/3 after 8 overs, balancing caution with calculated aggression.

End of Over 7: Pakistan 50/3

Over 7: 1 • • W • •

PAK: 50/3 | CRR: 7.14 • RRR: 6.46 • Need 84 from 78b

Hasaranga strikes immediately, bowling Saim Ayub with a perfect googly!

Wanindu Hasaranga came into the attack and made an instant impact. He set up Saim Ayub with flight and dip, before sneaking a googly past his bat to knock over the off stump. The Sri Lankan star celebrated with the now-iconic Abrar gesture, sparking loud cheers. Pakistan are suddenly in deep trouble at 50/3 after 7 overs, with Salman Agha and Hussain Talat now left to steady the chase.

End of Over 6: Pakistan 48/2

Over 6: 2 • W 1 W 2

PAK: 48/2 | CRR: 8.00 • RRR: 6.14 • Need 86 from 84b

Theekshana strikes twice in the same over, removing both openers and turning the game on its head!

Sahibzada Farhan departed first, miscuing a carrom ball straight to mid-off. Soon after, Fakhar Zaman followed him back — courtesy of a stunning one-handed catch from Hasaranga, plucking the ball inches from the turf. Pakistan lost two in quick succession, but Salman Agha and Saim Ayub are now at the crease to rebuild the innings. What was cruising suddenly looks like a nervy chase at 48/2 after 6 overs.

End of Over 5: Pakistan 43/0

Over 5: • 3 • 2 • 2

PAK: 43/0 | CRR: 8.60 • RRR: 6.06 • Need 91 from 90b

Chameera returns from the other end and keeps it tidy, conceding only 7 runs.

Change of ends for Dushmantha Chameera paid off as he managed to slow down Pakistan’s rapid scoring. Farhan miscued one towards mid-wicket but managed 3 runs thanks to a misfield scare near the rope. Fakhar Zaman added a couple of braces with aggressive strokes through cover and square leg, but boundaries were kept in check. Pakistan steady at 43/0 after 5 overs, still cruising with both openers set.

End of Over 4: Pakistan 36/0

Over 4: 1 • • 1 4b 4

PAK: 36/0 | CRR: 9.00 • RRR: 6.12 • Need 98 from 96b

Fakhar collects a four and 4 byes as Theekshana leaks 10 runs!

Sri Lanka introduced Maheesh Theekshana into the attack, but Pakistan managed to keep the tempo high. Fakhar nudged one for a single, Farhan survived a couple of testing carrom balls, before fortune favoured Pakistan with four byes past a missed stumping chance. To cap it off, Theekshana dropped one short and wide, allowing Fakhar to cut emphatically behind point for four. Pakistan now at 36/0 after 4 overs, looking in complete control of the chase.

End of Over 3: Pakistan 26/0

Over 3: 6 1 1 6 4 •

PAK: 26/0 | CRR: 8.66 • RRR: 6.35 • Need 108 from 102b

Farhan explodes with two sixes and a four off Thushara!

Nuwan Thushara’s second over went the distance as Sahibzada Farhan tore into him with fearless strokeplay. He launched a length ball swinging away over mid on for six, flicked a slower ball for a single, and after a quick run by Fakhar, came the real fireworks — another towering six straight down the ground followed by a gorgeous extra-cover drive for four. The over ended with a short one that Farhan calmly ducked under. Pakistan off to a flying start at 26/0 after 3 overs.

End of Over 2: Pakistan 8/0

Over 2: 0 0 0 0 0 4

PAK: 8/0 | CRR: 4.00 • RRR: 7.00 • Need 126 from 108b

Chameera roughs up Fakhar, but he survives.

Dushmantha Chameera came steaming in with a fiery over, rattling Fakhar Zaman with bounce and movement. A sharp bouncer struck him on the helmet, prompting a concussion check, but Fakhar carried on. Despite being beaten multiple times, he managed to end the over with a streaky pull that cleared mid wicket for four. Pakistan cautiously move to 8/0 after 2 overs.

End of Over 1: Pakistan 4/0

Over 1: 1 0 2 0 1 0

PAK: 4/0 | CRR: 4.00 • RRR: 6.84 • Need 130 from 114b

Cautious start from Pakistan.

Nuwan Thushara found swing with the new ball, troubling both openers with inswinging yorkers and changes of pace. Fakhar Zaman managed a couple through square leg, while Sahibzada Farhan opened his account with a single. Sri Lanka kept things tight as Pakistan began their chase at 4/0 after the first over.

End of Innings: Sri Lanka 133/8 (20 overs)

Over 20: 4 0 1 W 1b 2

SL: 133/8 | CRR: 6.65

Pakistan bowlers dominate as Sri Lanka finish on 133!

Haris Rauf closed out the innings with a wicket and tight variations, removing Chameera and conceding only 8 runs in the final over. Chamika Karunaratne fought till the end with a few boundaries, but Sri Lanka’s innings never gained real momentum after losing wickets regularly. Shaheen Shah Afridi and Hussain Talat struck early and in the middle, while Abrar Ahmed’s control through the middle overs stood out. Sri Lanka end on 133/8 from 20 overs, a total Pakistan will feel confident about chasing.

End of Over 19: Sri Lanka 125/7

Over 19: 1 1w 0 1w 2 W 1 1

SL: 125/7 | CRR: 6.57

Shaheen removes Mendis after a fighting fifty!

Shaheen Shah Afridi struck in the penultimate over, trapping Kamindu Mendis lbw for a hard-fought 50. Mendis had kept Sri Lanka afloat with a gutsy knock, but his dismissal left them seven down. Karunaratne and Chameera managed a few singles, but Pakistan’s ace seamer closed out with another crucial breakthrough. Sri Lanka sit on 125/7 after 19 overs, with one last over to add to their total.

End of Over 18: Sri Lanka 118/6

Over 18: 0 4 1 1 1 6

SL: 118/6 | CRR: 6.55

Mendis closing in on fifty!

Faheem Ashraf’s final over went for 13 runs as Chamika Karunaratne finally found his first boundary, cutting behind point. Kamindu Mendis added a towering six to move within touching distance of his half-century. Sri Lanka gained momentum late, reaching 118/6 after 18 overs, with two overs left to push past a competitive total.

End of Over 17: Sri Lanka 105/6

Over 17: 4 2 0 1 1 0

SL: 105/6 | CRR: 6.17

Kamindu Mendis holds the innings together!

Haris Rauf returned and mixed up his pace, but Kamindu Mendis managed to find a boundary and ran hard between the wickets. He moved into the 40s, while Karunaratne continued to struggle for fluency at the other end. Sri Lanka are 105/6 after 17 overs, with Mendis carrying their hopes into the final stretch.

End of Over 16: Sri Lanka 97/6

Over 16: 2 2 4 0 1 0

SL: 97/6 | CRR: 6.06

Kamindu Mendis fights on!

Hussain Talat kept mixing up his pace, but Kamindu Mendis found some momentum with clever scoops and a streaky four over short third. He collected 9 runs in the over, while Karunaratne continued to struggle at the other end. Sri Lanka, under pressure at 97/6 after 16 overs, rely on Mendis to guide them through the death overs.

End of Over 15: Sri Lanka 88/6

Over 15: 1 0 0 0 0 0

SL: 88/6 | CRR: 5.86

Abrar Ahmed tightens the screws with a maiden (save for a single), as Karunaratne continues to struggle.

Abrar kept things incredibly tight, mixing his flight and lengths beautifully. Kamindu managed a single off the first ball, but Chamika Karunaratne soaked up the rest of the over without scoring, looking tentative and unable to rotate strike. Pakistan even went for a review against Karunaratne, but UltraEdge and Ball Tracking confirmed he was safe. Sri Lanka crawl to 88/6 after 15 overs, with pressure mounting on their lower order.

End of Over 14: Sri Lanka 87/6

Over 14: 0 0 2 0 2 1

SL: 87/6 | CRR: 6.21

Kamindu fights on with a couple of twos, but Faheem Ashraf keeps things in check.

Faheem Ashraf varied his pace smartly, making it tough for Kamindu Mendis to find any rhythm. Kamindu did manage to carve out two braces with clever placement, but boundaries continued to elude Sri Lanka. With Chamika yet to get going and Kamindu carrying the responsibility, Sri Lanka inch to 87/6 after 14 overs, still struggling to lift their scoring rate.

End of Over 13: Sri Lanka 82/6

Over 13: W 1 1 0 0 0

SL: 82/6 | CRR: 6.30

Abrar Ahmed strikes! Hasaranga cleaned up with a googly as Sri Lanka sink further.

Abrar Ahmed delivered a decisive blow, deceiving Hasaranga with a googly that sneaked through and rattled the stumps. The dismissal was followed by Abrar cheekily imitating Hasaranga’s trademark celebration, adding spice to the contest. Chamika Karunaratne joined Kamindu but looked tentative, surviving a few close calls while managing just a single. Sri Lanka crawl to 82/6 after 13 overs, staring at a collapse.

End of Over 12: Sri Lanka 80/5

Over 12: 1 1 1 4 1 0

SL: 80/5 | CRR: 6.66

Hasaranga counterattacks with a cracking boundary as Sri Lanka pick up eight runs off Rauf’s return over.

Haris Rauf was reintroduced into the attack but couldn’t maintain complete control. Hasaranga pounced on a short and wide delivery, slapping it fiercely through point for four, while both batters rotated the strike with singles. Kamindu held his end steady, but it was Hasaranga who injected momentum into the innings. Sri Lanka move to 80/5 after 12 overs, eyeing a potential rebuild.

End of Over 11: Sri Lanka 72/5

Over 11: 0 1 0 0 0 1

SL: 72/5 | CRR: 6.54

Abrar Ahmed continues to apply pressure with another miserly over, conceding just two runs.

Abrar was on the mark again, giving no room to the batters and restricting scoring opportunities. Kamindu and Hasaranga managed only a couple of singles, with one delivery even striking Hasaranga painfully at the non-striker’s end before he was cleared by the physio. Sri Lanka crawl to 72/5 after 11 overs, with Pakistan keeping them firmly on the back foot.

End of Over 10: Sri Lanka 70/5

Over 10: 0 0 1 1w 2 1 0

SL: 70/5 | CRR: 7.00

Talat keeps it tight again but Sri Lanka manage to squeeze out five runs with careful batting.

Hussain Talat mixed up his pace cleverly, beating Kamindu with slower deliveries while Hasaranga picked up a couple with a well-placed shot into the leg side. A wide down leg added to the tally, but overall Talat maintained control. Sri Lanka, still searching for stability, reach 70/5 at the halfway stage with Kamindu and Hasaranga tasked with the recovery.

End of Over 9: Sri Lanka 65/5

Over 9: 0 1 0 1 0 1

SL: 65/5 | CRR: 7.22

Tidy start from Abrar Ahmed on debut as he concedes just three singles in his first over.

Abrar kept things tight straightaway, giving nothing away with his variations in flight and length. Kamindu Mendis and Hasaranga could only manage three singles, unable to break free against the leg-spinner. Sri Lanka, under immense pressure, move to 65/5 after 9 overs, with rebuilding now resting on Kamindu and Hasaranga.

End of Over 8: Sri Lanka 62/5

Over 8: 0 W W 0 0 4

SL: 62/5 | CRR: 7.75

Hussain Talat double strike! Asalanka and Shanaka fall in the same over as Sri Lanka collapse further.

Talat produced a game-changing over, removing the in-form Asalanka with a miscued pull before dismissing Shanaka first ball with a faint edge. Suddenly, Sri Lanka were reeling at 58/5. Hasaranga denied him the hat-trick and then finished the over with a cracking pull for four, but the damage was already done. Pakistan are on top as Sri Lanka reach 62/5 after 8 overs.

End of Over 7: Sri Lanka 58/3

Over 7: 1 1 0 1 1 1

SL: 58/3 | CRR: 8.28

Salman Agha keeps it tight in his first over, conceding just 5 runs.

Captain Salman Agha introduced himself into the attack and did well to keep things in check. Both Asalanka and Kamindu picked up singles, with Asalanka nearly holing out at deep mid-wicket but surviving as the ball dropped short of the fielder. The over yielded only 5 runs, a tidy start for Salman as he looked to build pressure through spin. Sri Lanka are 58/3 after 7 overs, with Asalanka on 20* and Kamindu on 12*.

End of Over 6: Sri Lanka 53/3

Over 6: 4 W 0 0 4 6

SL: 53/3 | CRR: 8.83

Haris Rauf strikes in his first over, removing Perera, but Kamindu Mendis responds in style!

Haris Rauf entered the attack and was welcomed with a boundary from Perera, but the fiery pacer hit back immediately. A fuller ball angled in and Perera mistimed his flick, with Faheem Ashraf taking a sharp catch at mid-on. Kamindu Mendis, fresh at the crease, showed intent straightaway. He cracked a crisp cover drive for four and then launched a short ball over deep backward square for six. A rollercoaster over produced 14 runs and a wicket, leaving Sri Lanka 53/3 at the end of the powerplay.

End of Over 5: Sri Lanka 39/2

Over 5: 0 2 0 1 0 0

SL: 39/2 | CRR: 7.80

Shaheen keeps things tight in his third over as Sri Lanka struggle for momentum.

Shaheen Afridi continued with the new ball and maintained the pressure on Sri Lanka’s batters. Perera picked up a couple through mid-wicket and added a single, but otherwise found it hard to score freely. Asalanka was tested outside off by some late movement and narrowly avoided edging one to the keeper. With just 3 runs from the over, Shaheen’s figures read 3-0-21-2, keeping Pakistan in control as Sri Lanka reached 39/2 after 5 overs.

End of Over 4: Sri Lanka 36/2

Over 4: 0 4 0 4 0 0

SL: 36/2 | CRR: 9.00

Asalanka keeps the scoreboard moving with back-to-back boundaries off Faheem.

Faheem Ashraf returned for his second over and was greeted with some positive strokeplay from Asalanka. After a quiet start, Asalanka cracked Faheem for two boundaries — one flayed over backward point and another muscled past mid-on despite losing shape. Faheem mixed up his pace cleverly, slipping in dot balls around the boundaries to limit the damage. With Perera watchful at the other end, Sri Lanka moved to 36/2 at the end of 4 overs, Asalanka looking confident on 17 from 11.

End of Over 3: Sri Lanka 28/2

Over 3: 6 W 0 3nb 6 0 1

SL: 28/2 | CRR: 9.33

Shaheen Afridi strikes again, removing Nissanka, but Asalanka counters with a six!

The over began with fireworks as Nissanka launched Shaheen straight down the ground for six. But the left-armer hit back instantly, finding the outside edge and sending Nissanka back. Asalanka, walking in under pressure, survived a testing full delivery before benefiting from a no-ball that gifted him a free hit. He made full use of it, smashing a slower ball over mid-wicket for six. A thick edge for one run closed an eventful over. Sri Lanka finished the third at 28/2, with Shaheen’s figures reading 2-0-18-2.

End of Over 2: Sri Lanka 12/1

Over 2: 1 1 0 0 6 0

SL: 12/1 | CRR: 6.00

Kusal Perera breaks free with a towering six off Faheem Ashraf.

After Shaheen’s fiery first over, Faheem Ashraf took the ball and faced an aggressive Perera. He began cautiously, but then launched a full delivery over deep mid-wicket for a massive six, reminding Pakistan of his power. Nissanka added a single, while Faheem kept probing with movement and bounce. Despite the six, the bowler stuck to his lengths and restricted further damage. Sri Lanka moved to 12/1 after two overs, with Perera leading the charge.

End of Over 1: Sri Lanka 4/1

Over 1: 1 W 1 0 2b 0

SL: 4/1 | CRR: 4.00

Shaheen Afridi strikes in his first over! Kusal Mendis falls early.

Shaheen Afridi gave Pakistan a dream start, trapping Mendis with a fuller ball on the pads that held in the pitch, chipped straight to Talat at short mid-wicket. His trademark celebration followed as Sri Lanka lost their opener for a duck. Nissanka and Perera looked to steady things, but Shaheen’s movement and bounce kept them on their toes. Only 4 runs came in the first over, including two byes, as Sri Lanka stumbled to 4/1.

Team Line-ups

Pakistan and Sri Lanka announce their Playing XIs for the Super Four match.

Toss Update

Pakistan win the toss and elect to bowl first at Dubai International Cricket Stadium.

It’s time for the toss. Teams have historically preferred chasing here. Will the captain winning the toss also do the same today? Asalanka and Salman are out in the middle. Salman gives the coin a flick. Heads is the call but tails it is. Pakistan will bowl first. Salman says it is a good wicket and he does not expect it to change. Mentions that they did not bat well in the second half of their game against India. This is a new game and he is not looking too much into their recent history against Sri Lanka. Same team for Pakistan.

Pitch Report

Simon Doull on the Dubai International Cricket Stadium pitch: A beautiful surface with grass covering.

170 has been the average first innings score, but 183 has been the average first innings winning score here. It looks beautiful, says Simon Doull. There is a nice grass covering and that should help the ball come onto the bat. There might be a bit of early help for the pacers and Doull reckons there may not be a lot of spin. Bowling a Test match line and length with the new ball could be the way to go. If you are hitting, make sure you are hitting with the breeze, Doull adds. He expects the ball to kiss off the surface, although he does note that fielders at slip could be in play with the new ball too. Sri Lanka might need to be around the 180-190 mark to be just in front of the game.

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