Pakistan rebounded from a heavy defeat against India in the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four stage, achieving a win against Sri Lanka that elevated them to second place in the points table. Despite the victory, their qualification prospects remain uncertain, as Pakistan is the only team to have played two matches while India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka each have one remaining. Opting to bowl first, Pakistan’s pace attack showed improvement, with Shaheen Shah Afridi taking three wickets, and Haris Rauf and Hussain Talat each securing two, restricting Sri Lanka to 133/8. Kamindu Mendis was the standout performer for Sri Lanka, scoring a half-century, while the rest of their batting lineup faltered. India, still undefeated in the tournament, has defeated Pakistan twice. India currently leads the standings. India is scheduled to face Bangladesh on Wednesday and Sri Lanka on Friday, with both matches in Dubai.
