India vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 – Dubai Witnesses an Absolute Thriller
The final Super 4s match of the Asia Cup 2025 was technically inconsequential, but in terms of drama and excitement, it turned out to be the most exhilarating clash of the tournament. Both India and Sri Lanka scored 202 runs each in their allotted 20 overs, forcing the match into a Super Over. India held their nerves in the decider and walked away with a stunning win.
India’s Innings: Abhishek Sharma Sets the Tone
Explosive Powerplay
India were put into bat and suffered an early blow as Shubman Gill fell in the second over to Maheesh Theekshana. However, the in-form Abhishek Sharma wasted no time in counter-attacking.
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He smashed a six to get going and then unleashed a flurry of boundaries.
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Abhishek reached his third consecutive fifty in this Asia Cup, off just 22 balls.
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By the end of the Powerplay, India had rocketed to 71/1, hitting 9 fours and 2 sixes.
Abhishek’s fearless batting once again gave India a dream start, keeping Sri Lanka on the back foot.
Middle Overs: Tilak and Samson Stabilize
After the Powerplay fireworks, India lost momentum as Abhishek holed out at deep midwicket and skipper Suryakumar Yadav fell LBW to Wanindu Hasaranga. But Sanju Samson (33) and Tilak Varma (49)* steadied the ship.
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They rotated strike smartly and put away the bad balls.
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Hasaranga’s apparent side strain meant Sri Lanka lacked control in this phase.
Death Overs: Crossing the 200 Mark
In the final overs, Sri Lanka’s bowlers relied on wide yorkers to limit boundaries. But India ran hard between the wickets and kept the scoreboard moving.
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Sanju Samson and Hardik Pandya fell in quick succession, but Tilak held his nerve.
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Axar Patel smashed a six off the last ball of the innings to take India past 200.
Final score: 202/5 in 20 overs – the highest total of the tournament.
Sri Lanka’s Chase: Nissanka Lights Up Dubai
Powerplay: Matching India Shot for Shot
Sri Lanka began their reply in stunning fashion. Although Kusal Mendis departed for a golden duck in the very first over, Pathum Nissanka counter-attacked with style.
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He slashed his first ball for four and never looked back.
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Along with Kusal Perera, Sri Lanka reached 72/1 after 6 overs, one run ahead of India at the same stage.
Middle Overs: Nissanka and Perera Dominate
The duo continued their assault beyond the Powerplay.
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Nissanka completed his half-century in 25 balls.
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Perera also raced to a fifty, and together they stitched a 127-run partnership, the highest in Asia Cup T20 history.
There was even a bizarre moment when a delivery was ruled a “dead ball” because both a substitute and the fielder he was replacing were on the field simultaneously. But none of it stopped Sri Lanka’s charge.
Death Overs: The Game Turns Again
At one point, Sri Lanka looked set to chase the target comfortably. But India’s bowlers turned the tide.
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Kuldeep Yadav dismissed Charith Asalanka after a tight over.
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Arshdeep Singh removed Kamindu Mendis and applied pressure with clever variations.
Still, Nissanka fought valiantly, bringing up his maiden T20I century (107 off 58 balls) with a six down the ground.
In the final over, Sri Lanka needed 12 runs.
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First ball: Nissanka fell, clipping one straight to short fine-leg.
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Last ball: With 3 required, Dasun Shanaka managed only 2 runs.
Sri Lanka finished on 202/5, tying the game and taking it to a Super Over.
The Super Over: Calm India Seal It
Sri Lanka batted first in the Super Over, but things went horribly wrong.
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Kusal Perera was dismissed on the very first ball.
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Shanaka survived a bizarre DRS call but was dismissed the next ball.
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Sri Lanka could only score 2 runs.
Chasing 3, India wasted no time. Suryakumar Yadav threaded the very first delivery through cover for four, sealing a memorable victory.
Match Hero: Pathum Nissanka, But India Prevail
While India won the contest, the night truly belonged to Pathum Nissanka. His 107 was a masterclass in T20 batting, full of flair and intent. For India, Abhishek Sharma’s explosive start and Tilak Varma’s composed finish were equally crucial.
This inconsequential match may not affect the points table, but it will be remembered as one of the most thrilling encounters of Asia Cup 2025.
Brief Scores
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India 202/5 (Abhishek Sharma 61, Tilak Varma 49; Asalanka 1-18)*
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Sri Lanka 202/5 (Pathum Nissanka 107, Kusal Perera 58; Kuldeep 1-31, Varun 1-31)
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Result: Match tied, India won in Super Over 🎉
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❓ FAQs
Q1. Who won the India vs Sri Lanka Super 4s match in Asia Cup 2025?
👉 India won the match in a Super Over after both teams finished with 202 runs in their 20 overs.
Q2. Who was the top scorer in India vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 match?
👉 Pathum Nissanka was the top scorer with a brilliant 107 off 58 balls, his maiden T20I century.
Q3. How many runs did India score in their innings?
👉 India posted 202/5 in 20 overs, powered by Abhishek Sharma’s 61 and Tilak Varma’s unbeaten 49.
Q4. What happened in the Super Over between India and Sri Lanka?
👉 Sri Lanka managed only 2 runs as Kusal Perera and Dasun Shanaka were dismissed quickly. India chased the target in one ball with a boundary by Suryakumar Yadav.
Q5. Why was the India vs Sri Lanka match considered a thriller?
👉 Both teams scored over 200 runs, the game went down to the final ball, and eventually a Super Over decided the winner. It was one of the most exciting matches of the Asia Cup 2025.
Q6. Who were India’s key performers in the match?
👉 Abhishek Sharma (61 off 32), Tilak Varma (49*), and Kuldeep Yadav (1/31 with tight overs in the middle) played crucial roles in India’s win.
Q7. What was special about this Asia Cup 2025 Super 4s match?
👉 It featured the highest total of the tournament (202/5 by India), the highest Asia Cup T20 partnership (127 between Nissanka and Perera), and a dramatic Super Over finish.
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