Pakistan clinched a memorable victory in a nail-biting encounter against Sri Lanka, showcasing resilience and clutch performances in the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four stage. Despite a shaky start and moments of mounting pressure, Pakistan’s bowling unit pulled together to stifle Sri Lanka’s aggressive batting line-up. The highlight of the match was a spirited partnership in the middle overs that steadied the innings after early wickets, steering Pakistan towards a defendable total. The restraint shown by the bowlers in the death overs, combined with clever field placements, ultimately helped restrict Sri Lanka to a below-par chase.

Key performances included:

  • Shaheen Afridi with crucial breakthroughs early on
  • Babar Azam anchoring the innings with a calm half-century
  • Niroshan Dickwella shining for Sri Lanka with…