Tue Sep 23 15:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Asia Cup 2025: Pakistan to Chase 134 Against Sri Lanka in Crucial Super 4 Clash

**Abu Dhabi, UAE –** Pakistan won the toss and elected to bowl against Sri Lanka in the third Super 4 match of the Asia Cup 2025 at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. With both teams vying for a spot in the final, a victory is crucial.

Sri Lanka, after being put in to bat, struggled to build momentum and ultimately posted a total of 133 for 8 in their 20 overs. Kamindu Mendis top-scored with a resilient 50, while Charith Asalanka contributed 20. Useful cameos came from Chamika Karunaratne (17*) and both Kusal Perera and Wanindu Hasaranga (15 each). However, the rest of the batting lineup faltered, with Kusal Mendis and Dasun Shanaka failing to score.

Pakistan’s bowling attack was spearheaded by Shaheen Afridi, who claimed 3 wickets. Haris Rauf and Hussain Talat supported well with 2 wickets each, while Abrar Ahmed chipped in with one.

For Pakistan, Sahabzada Farhan and Fakhar Zaman started the innings. The team needs 134 runs to win the match.

Sri Lanka made two changes to their playing XI, bringing in Chamika Karunaratne and Maheesh Theekshana. Pakistan retained the same lineup from their previous match.

**Sri Lanka Innings Summary:**

* **Total:** 133/8 (20 Overs)
* **Top Scorer:** Kamindu Mendis (50)
* **Key Contributions:** Charith Asalanka (20), Chamika Karunaratne (17*), Kusal Perera (15), Wanindu Hasaranga (15)

**Pakistan Bowling:**

* Shaheen Afridi: 3 wickets
* Haris Rauf: 2 wickets
* Hussain Talat: 2 wickets
* Abrar Ahmed: 1 wicket

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