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Mohammad Nabi produced a stunning late assault to rescue Afghanistan, smashing 49 runs in the last two overs to power his side to 170. The highlight was a breathtaking 32-run 20th over, showcasing the veteran’s big-hitting prowess at the death.
Group B goes down to the wire as Sri Lanka take on Afghanistan on September 18. A win guarantees Sri Lanka a Super Four spot, but net run rate could also decide the outcome. Bangladesh’s fate hangs in the balance, making this a high-stakes clash.
The last match, to be played between Sri Lanka and Afghanistan at Abu Dhabi, will now determine which two among these two sides and Sri Lanka will go through to the Super Fours.
Sri Lanka fast bowler Nuwan Thushara has made significant progress in the ICC Men’s T20I Bowling Rankings, rising six places to secure the No.6 position.
Updated team rankings and net run rate after Sri Lanka and UAE win against Hong Kong and Oman.
India qualified for the Super 4 round of the Asia Cup 2025 after winning their first two match in a comprehensive manner. India won their first match of the competition by thrashing UAE followed by a win against arch-rivals Pakistan.
Defending champions in the T20 format, Sri Lanka now head to Dubai for their next clash against Hong Kong on Monday.
After teetering on 11 for 3, Jaker and Shamim put on an unbeaten 86-run partnership for the sixth wicket to get Bangladesh to a total of 139 for 5.
While that result gives Pakistan a big boost to their net run rate, they still sit below India in the table after one match each.
This was Hong Kong’s second defeat in two games, following on from their 94-run loss to Afghanistan in the tournament opener. Bangladesh were playing their first match and would be glad to start off with a convincing win.
By chasing down the target so quickly, India have given their net run rate a huge boost. It sits at more than 10 after the match, with Pakistan and Oman still yet to begin their campaigns.
Asia Cup 2025 points table: Updated team rankings and net run rate after Afghanistan beat Hong Kong in tournament opener
Last updated: 25 June 2025
Former Sri Lankan skipper, Angelo Mathews made his final appearance in royal whites against Bangladesh at Galle, the same venue he made his debut in 2009.
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Cummins’ 6 for 28 in the second innings of the WTC final was also the best figures by a Test captain at Lord’s.
The Ultimate Test nears closer as the two best teams, South Africa and Australia, do battle for the World Test Championship mace from 11 June.
Batting legend Virat Kohli guided Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a six-run win over Punjab Kings on Tuesday to claim their first ever Indian Premier League title.
Virat Kohli has a chance to script history and achieve a feat that no other batter in the world has been able to claim so far.
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