Match Recap: India vs Sri Lanka (Asia Cup 2025 Super Four)
| Detail | Information |
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| Date | September 26, 2025 |
| Stage | Super Four |
| Venue | Dubai International Stadium, UAE |
| Result | India defeated Sri Lanka in a dramatic Super Over after both teams tied on 202/5 in 20 overs |
Full Scorecard & Key Figures
| Team | Score (20 overs) | Top Contributors |
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| India | 202 / 5 | Abhishek Sharma – 61 (31), Tilak Varma – 49* |
| Sri Lanka | 202 / 5 | Pathum Nissanka – 107 (58), Kusal Perera – 58 |
Super Over
| Team | Runs | Notable Moments |
|---|---|---|
| Sri Lanka | 2/2 (5 balls) | Arshdeep Singh took 2 wickets, conceding just 2 runs |
| India (Chase) | 4/0 (1 ball) | Suryakumar Yadav hit boundary on the first ball |
Match Highlights & Turning Points
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India’s Power Start
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Abhishek Sharma smashed 61 off 31 balls to set the tone.
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Tilak Varma stayed unbeaten on 49, guiding India past 200.
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Sri Lanka’s Incredible Fightback
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Pathum Nissanka’s brilliant 107 (58) kept the chase alive.
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Kusal Perera scored 58, adding a 127-run stand with Nissanka.
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Super Over Thriller
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Arshdeep Singh delivered a dream over: 2 wickets, only 2 runs.
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Suryakumar Yadav sealed victory with a first-ball boundary.
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Controversial Moment
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Axar Patel’s dropped catch sparked debate but was ruled a dead ball.
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No runs were counted, avoiding further drama.
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Tactical Takeaways
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India’s Top-Order Impact
Aggression early, composure later — perfect batting blend. -
Sri Lanka’s Resilience
Nissanka & Perera nearly stole the game with fearless batting. -
Super Over Execution
India stayed calm, while Sri Lanka crumbled under pressure. -
Bowling Under Fire
Both sides leaked runs, but India’s death-over bowling proved decisive.
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Impact & What It Means
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India – march into the Asia Cup 2025 Final unbeaten, full of confidence.
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Sri Lanka – despite the loss, showcased batting brilliance and fighting spirit.
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Fans – witnessed a classic Asia Cup thriller filled with runs, drama, and suspense.
Wrap-Up
This clash had everything — a century, 400+ runs, pressure moments, controversy, and a Super Over decider.
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Nissanka’s heroic century lit up the game.
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Arshdeep’s nerves of steel and SKY’s boundary sealed it for India.
A true Asia Cup classic that will be remembered for years!
