Watch IND vs SL Cricket Match Live: Sri Lanka opt to chase after winning toss against India
Watch IND vs SL Cricket Match Live: Sri Lanka opt to chase after winning toss against India
Last Updated: 08.04 PM, Sep 26, 2025
The stage is set for a high-stakes battle as India take on Sri Lanka in the Super 4 stage of the Asia Cup 2025. Both teams come into the contest with momentum but also with critical points to prove as the race for the final intensifies.
India, unbeaten so far, have showcased depth in both batting and bowling. Abhishek Sharma’s explosive form at the top has given the side blazing starts, while Shubman Gill has played the anchor’s role. In the middle order, the focus will be on Sanju Samson and Suryakumar Yadav to deliver consistency, particularly after questions raised about India’s ability to capitalize in the final overs. Jasprit Bumrah’s likely return strengthens the bowling attack, which has already been effective in restricting oppositions.
Sri Lanka, meanwhile, will bank on their spin strength and experienced campaigners. Their batting has shown resilience under pressure, with key players stepping up in crunch moments. Against India, however, discipline with the ball will be crucial, especially in the powerplay.
Match Details
Match: IND vs SL, Super Four Match No. 6
Date: 26 September 2025
Time: 8.00 pm IST
Venue: Dubai International Stadium, Dubai
Pitch report:
The Dubai International Stadium, Dubai is not much favorable to bat. Throughout the tournament, the batters struggled a lot and the average first innings score is 135 runs. Moreover, the due is a huge factor in the match as well. Hence, the captain who wins the toss should look to bowl first.
Who said what?
Charith Asalanka: We are going to bowl first. We know that we can't qualify for the final but it is still an important game for us. It is a good pitch and we want to restrict them to 170-175. They have been doing really well especially our openers. We have one change - Janith Liyange comes in for Chamika Karunaratne.
Suryakumar Yadav: Just continue doing what we have been doing. We were actually looking to bat first. Good atmosphere, good game and we are looking forward to it. It is part of the game (dropped catches). We have two changes - Bumrah and Dube are out, Arshdeep and Harshit come in.
IND vs SL: Playing XI
India (Playing XI): Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav(c), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson(w), Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy
Sri Lanka (Playing XI): Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis(w), Kusal Perera, Charith Asalanka(c), Janith Liyanage, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana, Nuwan Thushara