India vs Sri Lanka Highlights
India vs Sri Lanka Highlights: In a match that had everything, Team India extended their dominant Asia Cup 2025 streak to six games, but not before a spirited Sri Lankan side pushed them to the absolute limit in a Super Over thriller.
Batting first after being invited, India posted a commanding 202/5, a total that seemed more than sufficient. The confidence only grew when Hardik Pandya struck early, dismissing Kusal Mendis in the first over of the chase.
However, Sri Lanka had other plans. Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Perera launched a stunning counter-attack, blasting a 127-run partnership off just 70 balls that completely shifted the momentum. While Perera fell for a fiery 58, Nissanka marched on to a magnificent 52-ball century, eventually finishing with 107 off 58 deliveries. His heroics tied the game, forcing a nerve-wracking Super Over.
India eventually secured a comfortable win in the Super Over, but the match ended in a cloud of controversy. On the fourth ball, Sri Lanka’s Dasun Shanaka attempted a bye. Wicketkeeper Sanju Samson whipped off the bails, but the umpire had already raised his finger, responding to an appeal for a catch behind by bowler Arshdeep Singh.
Shanaka immediately reviewed. Replays confirmed there was no edge, but the drama was just beginning. Because the umpire had called the batsman out, the ball was deemed ‘dead’ the moment the catch was taken, nullifying the run-out opportunity. A lengthy and animated discussion between Suryakumar Yadav and the umpire ensued, but the decision stood: Not Out.
Despite the confusion, India held their nerve to win the Super Over, claiming a victory that will be remembered as much for its tension as for its controversy.
Match Summary
India: 202/5 (20.0 ov) & 3/0 (0.1 ov in Super Over)
Sri Lanka: 202/5 (20.0 ov) & 2/2 (0.5 ov in Super Over)
Result: India tied with Sri Lanka (India win Super Over by 2 wickets)
Venue: Dubai International Stadium, Sep 26, 2025
