Abu Dhabi, September 16, 2025 – Pakistan secured a crucial victory in the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four stage, defeating Sri Lanka by 5 wickets at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium. Chasing a modest target of 134, Pakistan reached 138/5 in 18 overs, showcasing composure under pressure to keep their Super Four campaign alive.
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| Nawaz and Talat added a 58-run partnership |
Sri Lanka’s Innings – A Modest Total of 133/8
Batting first, Sri Lanka struggled against Pakistan’s disciplined bowling attack and could only manage 133/8 in 20 overs.
Their innings never really found momentum, as regular wickets kept them in check.
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Pakistan’s bowlers, led by Abrar Ahmed (4-0-8-1) and Shaheen Afridi(4-0-28-3), kept things tight, ensuring Sri Lanka couldn’t build big partnerships.
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Despite small contributions from the middle order, the Lankan batters failed to accelerate in the death overs.
Pakistan’s Chase – Steady and Controlled
In reply, Pakistan began with positive intent and stayed ahead in the chase despite losing a couple of early wickets.
Sahibzada Farhan (24 off 15) provided a solid start with well-timed strokes.
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Hussain Talat (32 off 30) anchored the middle overs, rotating strike effectively.
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Mohammad Nawaz (38 off 24) played a crucial hand, keeping Pakistan steady as the required run rate hovered around 7.
The turning point of the match came when Nawaz and Talat added a 58-run partnership, which completely shifted momentum in Pakistan’s favor. This stand not only frustrated Sri Lanka’s bowlers but also ensured Pakistan never fell behind the required run rate.
Sri Lanka tried to apply pressure through Wanindu Hasaranga’s economical spell (2 wickets), but Pakistan’s batting depth ensured there were no late collapses.
The finishing touches came in the 18th over, with Pakistan comfortably sealing the win at 138/5, securing a 5-wicket triumph.
Key Moments That Defined the Match
Disciplined Powerplay bowling by Pakistan restricted Sri Lanka to under 40 runs in the first 6 overs.Wanindu Hasaranga’s breakthroughs gave Sri Lanka some hope, but Pakistan’s calm middle-order partnerships neutralized the threat.
Nawaz and Talat’s steady stand ensured there was no panic during the chase.
Implications for the Super Four Stage
This win is vital for Pakistan as it keeps them firmly in contention for a spot in the Asia Cup 2025 final. Sri Lanka, meanwhile, will need to regroup quickly after consecutive struggles with the bat in the Super Four phase.
FAQs
Q1: Who won the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match between Pakistan and Sri Lanka?
Pakistan won the match by 5 wickets, chasing 134 and finishing at 138/5 in 18 overs.
Q2: What was Sri Lanka’s total in the match?
Sri Lanka scored 133/8 in their 20 overs.
Q3: Who were the top scorers for Pakistan?
Sahibzada Farhan (24), Hussain Talat (32), and Mohammad Nawaz (38) were the key contributors in Pakistan’s chase.
Q4: Who bowled well for Sri Lanka?
Wanindu Hasaranga stood out, taking 2 wickets and applying pressure in the middle overs.
Q5: What does this result mean for the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four stage?
The win strengthens Pakistan’s chances of reaching the Asia Cup 2025 final, while Sri Lanka now face a must-win situation in their remaining games.
