The stakes couldn’t be higher as Sri Lanka lock horns with Afghanistan in Match 11 of the Asia Cup 2025 Group B at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi, on Thursday, September 18. With all three teams in the group — Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, and Bangladesh — still in contention, this is a virtual knockout.
Sri Lanka, led by Charith Asalanka, are unbeaten so far with 4 points and only need to avoid a heavy defeat to confirm their Super Four spot. Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis have been in strong form, while Wanindu Hasaranga’s all-round brilliance adds balance.
Afghanistan, under Rashid Khan, come into this clash after a shock loss to Bangladesh. But with the firepower of Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, and all-rounder Mohammad Nabi, they have the tools to pull off a must-win result. A victory by any margin sends them through — a big one could even knock Sri Lanka out and push Bangladesh into the next round.
For the Afghans, it’s do-or-die. For the Lankans, it’s about sealing dominance. Expect fireworks in Abu Dhabi.
Live Streaming & Telecast Details by Country
Where to watch Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan live? Here’s the worldwide broadcast list:
🇮🇳 India
- TV: Sony Sports Network
- Digital: SonyLIV, FanCode
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
- TV: Ten Cricket, TV1 (Maharaja Network)
- Digital: sirasatv.lk
🇦🇫 Afghanistan
- TV: Lemar TV (Moby Group)
- Digital: SonyLIV
🇵🇰 Pakistan
- TV: PTV Sports
- Digital: Tamasha, Myco
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
- TV: T-Sports, Nagorik TV
- Digital: Toffee, Tapmad
🇦🇪 UAE
- TV: CricLife Max (E-Vision)
- Digital: StarzPlay
🇴🇲 Oman
- TV: CricLife Max (E-Vision)
- Digital: StarzPlay
🇳🇵 Nepal
- TV: Sony Sports Network
🇦🇺 Australia
- TV: Fox Sports
- Digital: Foxtel, Kayo
🇬🇧 UK
- TV: TNT Sports
- Digital: Discovery+
🇺🇸 North America
- Digital: Willow TV
🇭🇰 Hong Kong
- TV: PCCW
- Digital: Now TV
🇲🇾 Malaysia
- TV: Astro
- Digital: Astro Go
🇸🇬 Singapore
- TV: Singtel
- Digital: Singtel
🌍 Sub-Saharan Africa
- Digital: SonyLIV
🏝 Caribbean
- Digital: SonyLIV
🇪🇺 Continental Europe
- Digital: Yupp TV
Match Details
- Fixture: Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan, Match 11, Asia Cup 2025
- Venue: Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
- Date: Thursday, September 18
- Time: 8:00 PM IST | 6:30 PM AFT (Kabul) | 8:00 PM SLST | 6:30 PM GST (UAE)
- Toss: 7:30 PM IST
Squads
Sri Lanka: Charith Asalanka (c), Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Kusal Perera, Kamindu Mendis, Kamil Mishara, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Nuwan Thushara, Matheesha Pathirana, Chamika Karunaratne, Dunith Wellalage, Binura Fernando
Afghanistan: Rashid Khan (c), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Azmatullah Omarzai, Karim Janat, Noor Ahmad, Allah Ghazanfar, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fareed Ahmad Malik, Darwish Rasooli, Sharafuddin Ashraf
FAQs – Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan Asia Cup 2025
When and where will Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan Asia Cup 2025 Match 11 take place?
The SL vs AFG Asia Cup 2025 Match 11 will be played at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi, on Thursday, September 18, starting at 8:00 PM IST.
When will the toss of the SL vs AFG Asia Cup 2025 Match 11 take place?
The toss will take place at 7:30 PM IST.
Where to watch SL vs AFG Asia Cup 2025 Match 11 Live Streaming in India?
The match will be live streamed on the SonyLIV app and website, as well as on FanCode.
Where to watch SL vs AFG Asia Cup 2025 Match 11 Live Telecast on TV in India?
Fans can watch the match live on the Sony Sports Network in India.
Where to watch SL vs AFG Asia Cup 2025 Live Streaming in Sri Lanka?
In Sri Lanka, the match will be streamed live on sirasatv.lk.
Where to watch SL vs AFG Asia Cup 2025 Live Streaming in Afghanistan?
Afghan fans can watch the match live on SonyLIV, with TV broadcast on Lemar TV.
