India’s cricket team clinched a thrilling victory over Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match held at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on September 26, 2025. The match ended dramatically in a Super Over after Sri Lanka’s Pathum Nissanka scored a remarkable century (107 runs off 58 balls), helping Sri Lanka tie India’s 202-run target in the regular 20 overs. Despite Nissanka’s heroics and a resilient batting effort from Sri Lanka, India ultimately won the match in the Super Over, with Arshdeep Singh bowling an exceptional Super Over conceding just 2 runs and taking two wickets, securing the victory for India in just one ball of the Super Over.
Match Highlights
- India batted first and posted a total of 202/5, with Abhishek Sharma scoring a crucial 61 runs.
- Sri Lanka matched India’s total, thanks largely to Pathum Nissanka’s century and Kusal Perera’s 58.
- The match saw intense moments, such as India’s Kuldeep Yadav and Arshdeep Singh taking key wickets during Sri Lanka’s chase.
- The Super Over was marked by tense moments, including a controversial run-out review involving Dasun Shanaka.
- India won the Super Over comfortably, continuing their unbeaten streak in the tournament and advancing to the final to face Pakistan.
Match Score Details:
| India | 202 | 5 | 20.0 | Abhishek Sharma | 61 |
| Sri Lanka | 202 | 6 | 20.0 | Pathum Nissanka | 107 |
| Super Over | |||||
| India | 4 | 2 | 0.1 | Arshdeep Singh (Bowler) | 2 runs conceded, 2 wickets |
| Sri Lanka | 2 | 1 | 1.0 | – | 2 runs scored |
Match Significance
Though the match was a dead rubber in terms of tournament standings, the intense battle provided a great display of skill and resilience from both teams, setting the stage for the highly anticipated India-Pakistan final scheduled for September 28, 2025. India’s win reinforced their dominance in the Asia Cup, while Sri Lanka’s spirited comeback showcased their potential in T20 cricket despite early tournament setbacks.
