Sri Lanka’s commanding victory over Hong Kong in the Asia Cup 2025 has significantly reshaped the dynamics of the group standings. The win not only bolstered Sri Lanka’s position but also intensified the pressure on Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Afghanistan. With only a few matches left in the group stage, these teams find themselves in a crucial do-or-die situation, where every point and net run rate will be pivotal in determining their progression to the knockout rounds.

The updated points table illustrates the tightening competition among the teams:

Team Matches Wins Losses Points Net Run Rate
Sri Lanka 4 3 1 6 +0.75
Bangladesh 4 2 2 4 +0.10
Pakistan 4 2 2 4 -0.15
Afghanistan 4 2 2 4 -0.30
Hong Kong 4 0 4 0 -1.20
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