India vs Sri Lanka Highlights: India Triumphs In Dubai Super Over

India vs Sri Lanka: India seal a thrilling Super Over victory! Super Over drama concludes with India victorious.

Background

India vs Sri Lanka Live: The final Super 4 match of the Asia Cup 2025 will see India take on Sri Lanka in what has become a dead-rubber encounter. While India have already secured their place in the final against Pakistan, Sri Lanka, the defending champions, have been eliminated.For India, this match offers an opportunity to rotate the squad and keep players fresh ahead of the mega final, whereas Sri Lanka will aim to restore some pride after consecutive Super 4 losses.Team India PreviewIndia enter this clash on the back of dominant performances, winning all group-stage matches against UAE, Pakistan, and Oman, followed by victories over Pakistan and Bangladesh in the Super 4s. Batting has been spearheaded by Abhishek Sharma, who has scored 248 runs in five games at a strike rate above 200.The spin trio of Kuldeep Yadav (12 wickets at an economy of 5.65), Varun Chakravarthy, and Axar Patel has been equally effective. With the final already secured, India are expected to rotate players - Jasprit Bumrah, Kuldeep Yadav, and Hardik Pandya may rest, with Arshdeep Singh and Rinku Singh likely to feature.Fielding improvements will also be a focus after 11 dropped catches in the last two matches.Sri Lanka PreviewSri Lanka began the tournament strongly, topping Group B with wins over Hong Kong, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan. However, they stumbled in the Super 4s, losing to Bangladesh by four wickets and Pakistan by five, ending their hopes for a repeat final.Key batters Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis must fire at the top, while spinners Maheesh Theekshana and Wanindu Hasaranga will play pivotal roles in controlling the middle overs.Head-to-Head in T20IsThe Indian cricket team have historically dominated Sri Lanka in T20Is, winning 22 of their 32 encounters, including a Super Over, while Sri Lanka have only nine victories.Playing XIsProbable XI: Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson (wk)/Jitesh Sharma (wk), Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav/Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah/Harshit Rana, Varun ChakaravarthyProbable XI: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Kamil Mishara, Kusal Perera, Charith Asalanka (c), Dasun Shanaka, Kamindu Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Dushmantha Chameera, Nuwan Thushara

27/09/2025 00:33:01

Super Over drama concludes with India victorious

India seal a thrilling Super Over victory! On the very first ball, Suryakumar Yadav smashes three runs off Hasaranga to clinch the match for Team India.

27/09/2025 00:27:51

India need 3 runs to seal victory!

India require just three runs to clinch the Super Over and the match. Victory looks well within their reach as they approach the final deliveries.

27/09/2025 00:18:30

Ball 2 - 1run

Ball 2 - Arshdeep to Kamindu Mendis - 1run

27/09/2025 00:17:21

Kusal Perera out first ball!

Drama kicks off in the Super Over as Arshdeep Singh strikes immediately! Kusal Perera is out on the very first ball, caught brilliantly by Rinku Singh. Sri Lanka lose an early wicket.

27/09/2025 00:15:58

SL to bat first in Super Over; India plans response

Sri Lanka will take first strike in the Super Over, while India huddles to strategize. Meanwhile, Sanath Jayasuriya had a quick chat with Dasun Shanaka, questioning his earlier dive. KJP and Shanaka are set to open the batting for Sri Lanka.

27/09/2025 00:11:17

SUPER OVER TIME!

Sri Lanka finish their 20 overs at 202 for 5, taking the match into a Super Over! Fans are in for an electrifying finish as the scores are tied.

27/09/2025 00:07:13

Final over thriller!

Sri Lanka are now in a nail-biting finish, needing 9 runs from just 3 balls. The final moments promise intense action as every delivery could decide the match.

27/09/2025 00:05:25

Nissanka out caught by Varun; SL 12 off 5 balls.

Drama unfolds as Pathum Nissanka departs for a brilliant 107 off 58 balls. Harshit Rana strikes with a delivery that Varun Chakaravarthy safely takes at long-off. Sri Lanka now face a tricky finish with 12 runs needed from the last 5 balls.

27/09/2025 00:03:36

Nissanka hits four; SL need 12 off last over

Pathum Nissanka smashes a boundary to finish the 19th over, bringing Sri Lanka closer to the target. With 12 runs needed from the final 6 balls, the equation is perfectly set for a thrilling finish.

27/09/2025 00:01:21

18 off 8; Nissanka on strike for SL

Sri Lanka score 18 runs off 8 balls, keeping the chase alive. With Pathum Nissanka on strike, they will look for a boundary to ease the pressure in the final overs.

26/09/2025 23:50:45

Mendis OUT caught by Axar; SL 163/4

Arshdeep Singh strikes again as Kamindu Mendis departs for 3 off 7 balls. A well-pitched knuckle ball on off length leads to a mistimed pull, and Axar Patel takes a simple catch. Sri Lanka slip to 163 for 4, needing 40 runs from 20 balls.

26/09/2025 23:49:41

India’s Kuldeep breaks Asia Cup bowling record

Kuldeep Yadav has claimed the top spot for most wickets in a single T20 Asia Cup edition. The Indian spinner has taken 13 wickets in 6 innings at an exceptional economy rate of 6.04 in the 2025 tournament. He surpasses previous leaders Amjad Javed (12 wickets, UAE 2016) and Al-Amin Hossain (11 wickets, BAN 2016).

26/09/2025 23:46:25

SL 161/3 after 16 overs; 42 needed from 24 balls

After 16 overs, Sri Lanka move to 161 for 3, needing 42 runs from 24 balls. The chase remains tense as India looks to capitalize on the recent breakthrough.

26/09/2025 23:43:14

Asalanka out caught by Gill; SL 157/3

Kuldeep Yadav breaks through as Asalanka departs after scoring just 5 off 9 balls. Gill takes a simple catch at long-on off a full toss on middle and off, ending Asalanka’s brief stay at the crease. Sri Lanka now 157/3.

26/09/2025 23:42:11

SL 157/2 after 15 overs; 46 needed from 30 balls

Sri Lanka reach 157 for 2 after 15 overs, requiring 46 runs from 30 balls. A brief pause in play occurs as Pathum Nissanka receives medical attention. His unbeaten 86 now stands as the highest individual T20I score by a Sri Lankan against India.

26/09/2025 23:36:41

Nissanka & Perera forge Sri Lanka’s 3rd highest T20I partnership

Sri Lanka’s current partnership between Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Perera ranks among their highest in T20Is. The pair has added 127 runs against India in the 2025 Asia Cup at Dubai, trailing only their all-time top stands: 166 by Mahela Jayawardene & Kumar Sangakkara (2010 WC), 145 by Tillakaratne Dilshan & Jayawardene (2014 WC), and 124 by Dilshan & Sanath Jayasuriya (2009 WC).

26/09/2025 23:35:21

SL 147/2 after 14 overs; 56 needed from 36 balls

Sri Lanka move to 147 for 2 after 14 overs, keeping the pressure on India in their chase of 203. With 56 runs needed from 36 balls, the visitors are still in a strong position, though India will look to break the partnership.

26/09/2025 23:31:17

SL 136/2 after 13 overs; chase underway

Sri Lanka inch forward to 136 for 2 after 13 overs, still chasing 203. India managed a key breakthrough in the previous over, but the visitors continue to keep the scoreboard moving.

26/09/2025 23:28:23

OUT!!! Perera out stumped; SL 134/2 after 12.2 overs

STUMPED! Kusal Perera’s fine innings comes to an end as Varun Chakravarthy gets him stumped by Rishabh Pant. Perera departs for 58 off 32 balls, bringing Sri Lanka to 134 for 2 after 12.2 overs. India gets the breakthrough they needed, with 69 runs still required from 46 balls.

26/09/2025 23:26:49

SL 134/1 after 12 overs; Kuldeep restricts runs

India makes a small comeback as Kuldeep Yadav concedes just 4 runs in the 12th over, bringing Sri Lanka to 134 for 1. The chase continues, but India slightly curbs the scoring rate.

26/09/2025 23:24:49

SL 130/1 at 11.2 overs; chase progressing well

Sri Lanka continue their aggressive chase, reaching 130 for 1 at 11.2 overs. With 73 runs required from 52 balls, the visitors are firmly in control of the innings.

26/09/2025 23:18:32

SL 118/1 at 10.1 overs; chase of 203 continues

Sri Lanka reach 118 for 1 at 10.1 overs, needing 85 runs from 59 balls. Their 114-run score at the 10-over mark is now the highest in Asia Cup 2025. The Perera–Nissanka partnership marks just the second century stand of this tournament, following Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill’s 105-run effort against Pakistan.

26/09/2025 23:14:00

SL 114/1 after 10 overs; chase progressing well

Sri Lanka reach 114 for 1 at the halfway mark of their chase. Nissanka and Perera continue to keep the scoreboard ticking, maintaining a healthy run rate while chasing 203.

26/09/2025 23:12:07

Nissanka shines again; SL 106/1 after 9.2 overs

Pathum Nissanka continues to shine for Sri Lanka, providing another strong start in the chase. At 9.2 overs, Sri Lanka are 106 for 1, needing 97 runs from 64 balls. However, Nissanka will require more backing from the middle order to keep the momentum going.

26/09/2025 23:09:18

SL 103/1 after 9 overs; Perera and Nissanka shine

Sri Lanka continue their aggressive chase, reaching 103 for 1 after 9 overs. Kusal Perera hits his fifty, while Pathum Nissanka sets a record with the quickest T20I fifty for him, achieved in just 25 balls. With nothing to lose, Sri Lanka are attacking India’s bowling with full intent.

26/09/2025 23:06:44

SL 92/1 at 8.3 overs; chasing 203 aggressively

With the pressure off, Sri Lanka adopt an aggressive approach in their chase. At 8.3 overs, they are 92 for 1, needing 105 runs from 68 balls to reach the target of 203.

26/09/2025 23:03:53

Nissanka celebrates 50; SL 89/1 after 8 overs

Pathum Nissanka reaches his fifty as Sri Lanka continue their chase, bringing the score to 89 for 1 after 8 overs. The visitors are keeping a steady pace while chasing 203.

26/09/2025 23:02:42

Perera smashes four off Chakravarthy; SL 87/1

Kusal Perera finds the boundary off Varun Chakravarthy, hitting a crisp shot to deep square leg. Sri Lanka move to 87 for 1 after 7.4 overs, needing 116 runs from 74 balls to chase 203.

26/09/2025 23:00:37

SL 81/1 after 7 overs; steady chase underway

Sri Lanka continue their chase of 203, reaching 81 for 1 after seven overs. Kusal Perera and Pathum Nissanka keep the scoreboard ticking, maintaining momentum.

26/09/2025 22:57:32

SL 72 in powerplay equals India’s highest in Asia Cup 2025

Sri Lanka’s 72-run start in the powerplay is now the joint-highest of Asia Cup 2025, matching India’s powerplay total against Bangladesh earlier in the tournament.

26/09/2025 22:56:18

SL vs India: Highlights (Overs 1-6)

Hardik Pandya strikes early, sending Kusal Mendis back for a golden duck in the opening over.

Pathum Nissanka shows excellent form from the start, anchoring the innings.

Harshit Rana’s second over proves expensive as he concedes 16 runs.

Sri Lanka register their highest powerplay score of this Asia Cup so far.

26/09/2025 22:54:54

SL 72/1 after 6 overs; chase of 203 continues

Sri Lanka reach 72 for 1 after six overs in their chase of 203. Kusal Perera and Pathum Nissanka are keeping the scoreboard ticking, steadily building momentum.

26/09/2025 22:53:49

Back-to-back boundaries from Perera

Kusal Perera continues his aggressive approach, hitting back-to-back boundaries off Axar Patel in the sixth over. Sri Lanka move to 69 for 1 after 5.3 overs, needing 134 runs from 86 balls to chase 203.

26/09/2025 22:52:16

SL 61/1 after 5 overs; 16 runs off Rana’s over

Sri Lanka capitalize on Harshit Rana’s over, scoring 16 runs to reach 61 for 1 after five overs. The chase of 203 is still on, but the momentum is firmly with the visitors.

26/09/2025 22:48:11

Nissanka blasts 10 off two balls; SL 55/1

Pathum Nissanka comes alive, smashing a six followed by a four, scoring 10 runs off just two deliveries. Sri Lanka move to 55 for 1 after 4.3 overs, needing 148 runs from 93 balls to chase 203.

26/09/2025 22:46:10

Short ball hits Nissanka; physio called for check

At the start of the fifth over, Harshit Rana bowled a fiery short delivery to Pathum Nissanka, striking him on the helmet near the badge. Play was immediately halted as the physio rushed out to conduct a concussion check. Nissanka removed his helmet to inspect the impact, showing the danger of Rana’s pace and bounce.

26/09/2025 22:45:12

SL 45/1 after 4 overs; 15 runs off Arshdeep’s over

Sri Lanka continue to build momentum in their chase of 203, reaching 45 for 1 after four overs. Arshdeep Singh had a costly over, leaking 15 runs as Kusal Perera and Pathum Nissanka capitalized on anything loose.

26/09/2025 22:43:42

L fight back: 30/1 after 3 overs, 203 to chase

Sri Lanka are showing resilience after losing an early wicket while chasing 203. With an asking rate of 10 runs per over, they are keen to make the most of the powerplay. Harshit Rana’s over yielded 11 runs, as Kusal Perera cleared mid-on for a boundary and Pathum Nissanka’s outside edge raced past short third man for another four. Sri Lanka are 30 for 1 after 3 overs.

26/09/2025 22:38:22

Two boundaries in the over; Sri Lanka steady

Hardik Pandya bowls to Pathum Nissanka, who manages a thick outside-edge for four. With two boundaries coming in this over, Sri Lanka reach 30 for 1 after three overs, still needing 173 runs to chase 203.

26/09/2025 22:36:52

Sri Lanka reach 25/1; 178 more to go

Harshit Rana bowls a short delivery just outside off, and Kusal Perera drives it beautifully for four. Sri Lanka move to 25 for 1 after 2.4 overs, still needing 178 runs to chase 203.

26/09/2025 22:34:17

Injury Concern for India?

Hardik Pandya has left the field unexpectedly. Details are currently unclear, and updates will follow as more information becomes available.

26/09/2025 22:33:16

After two overs, Sri Lanka are 19 for 1

After two overs, Sri Lanka are 19 for 1 in their chase of 203. They still need 184 more runs.

26/09/2025 22:30:53

Kusal Perera hits four off Arshdeep Singh!

FOUR! Arshdeep Singh pitches it up, and Kusal Perera smashes it for four to long-on. Sri Lanka get off the mark with an elegant boundary in just the second over.

26/09/2025 22:30:05

SL 11/1 after 1.2 overs; 192 runs still to chase.

Sri Lanka are 11 for 1 after 1.2 overs in their chase of 203. They still need 192 runs to win.

26/09/2025 22:25:43

Golden duck! Hardik Pandya strikes early

Hardik Pandya makes an instant impact, dismissing Kusal Mendis for a golden duck in the very first over. A perfectly pitched outswinger drew Mendis into a false shot outside off, and his thick outside edge flew straight to Shubman Gill at slip, who took it cleanly with two hands. A quick breakthrough for India!

26/09/2025 22:23:46

Big target for Sri Lanka as the chase begins

Chasing 203 against India is always a challenging task, even without Jasprit Bumrah in the attack. For Sri Lanka, the silver lining is that they are under no pressure and can play freely. The chase has now begun in Dubai.

26/09/2025 21:59:59

IND vs SL Live Score: India Score 202!

Sri Lanka won the toss and asked India to bat first. In came Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma, and while the former would depart in the second over itself, the latter would continue the only way he knows how, scoring another 50.

After his wicket, the Men in Blue took a bit of time to get into the groove again. Sanju Samson and Tilak Varma rallied momentum, but not for too long, as Samson, and then Hardik Pandya would be sent back in quick succession.

Nevertheless, India managed to reach a high score of 202 at the end of 20 overs, courtesy of an Axar Patel six at the last ball.

26/09/2025 21:51:29

IND vs SL Live Score: Into the Final Over

After 19 overs, India's score is 189/5.

26/09/2025 21:48:33

IND vs SL Live Score: Top Edge! Four!

Tilak Varma inches closer to his 50 with another four out back

India - 184/5 after 18.2 overs

26/09/2025 21:46:28

IND vs SL Live Score: 18 Overs Done!

India - 179/5

26/09/2025 21:40:17

IND vs SL Live Score: Crafty Four!

Tilak Varma uses his bat as a platform to send the ball over his head for a four.

India - 167/5 after 16.5 overs.

26/09/2025 21:36:43

IND vs SL Live Score: Chameera Strikes!

Hardik Pandya skies the ball, the bowler dives in to secure the catch.
India - 162/5 after 16.1 overs.

26/09/2025 21:32:59

IND vs SL Live Score: New Batsman In

Hardik Pandya takes guard for the Men in Blue.

26/09/2025 21:31:20

IND vs SL Live Score: WICKET!

Sanju Samson departs trying to hit another big shot.
India 158/4 after 15.3 overs.

26/09/2025 21:29:50

IND vs SL Live Score: Samson Dominates

Sanju Samson hits his third six of the innings, and its a NO BALL!
India - 157/3 after 15.1 overs

26/09/2025 21:27:58

IND vs SL: Into The Death Overs

India's score at the end of 15 overs - 150/3.

26/09/2025 21:23:01

IND vs SL Live Score: 14 Overs Finished

India's score - 139/3

26/09/2025 21:17:35

IND vs SL Live Score: India Gain Momentum

Tilak Varma and Sanju Samson running the show, regular boundaries and strike rotation.

India - 133/3 after 13 overs.

26/09/2025 21:13:39

IND vs SL Live Score: 12 Overs Gone

India - 120/3

26/09/2025 21:12:43

IND vs SL Live Score: Hit Hard!

Tilak Varma takes on Charith Asalanka, swings hard for a big six
India - 119/3 after 11.3 overs.

26/09/2025 21:03:54

IND vs SL Live Score: 100 Up for India!

At the end of 10 overs, the Men in Blue stand at 100/3. 

Drinks Break

26/09/2025 21:00:46

IND vs SL Live Score: Next Batsman In

Sanju Samson is now in the middle for India.

26/09/2025 20:57:12

IND vs SL Live Score: Abhishek Departs

Abhishek Sharma caught right on the boundary rope.
India lose their third - 92/3 after 8.4 overs.

26/09/2025 20:55:51

IND vs SL Live Score: Tilak Joins The Party

Cracking 4 from Tilak Varma off Sri Lanka's captain.
India - 91/2 after 8.2 overs

26/09/2025 20:53:42

IND vs SL Live Score: Score Check

After 8 overs, India's score is 86/2.

26/09/2025 20:52:11

IND vs SL Live: Lofted Over Cover

Another boundary for Abhishek Sharma
India - 83/2 after 7.3 overs

26/09/2025 20:47:58

IND vs SL Live Score: Next Batsman In

Tilak Varma is now in the middle for India at number 4.

26/09/2025 20:46:18

IND vs SL Live Score: WICKET!

Wanindu Hasaranga sends back Suryakumar Yadav with an LBW on 12 runs.

India - 74/2 after 6.5 overs.

26/09/2025 20:39:52

IND vs SL Live Score: End of Power Play

India stand at 71/1 after 6 overs.

26/09/2025 20:38:30

IND vs SL Live Score: Half-Centurion!

Abhishek Sharma hits another 50, this time in 22 balls.

26/09/2025 20:37:48

IND vs SL Live Score: 50-Run Partnership

Abhishek Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav record 50 runs together.
India 66/1 after 5.3 overs.

26/09/2025 20:34:26

IND vs SL Live Score: The Abhishek Sharma Show

India's star opener continues in style, a six and now two fours off Dushmantha Chameera.

India - 59/1 after 5 overs.

26/09/2025 20:26:27

IND vs SL Live Score: Score Check

Four overs gone in the Indian innings, the score is 44/1

26/09/2025 20:25:36

IND vs SL Live Score: Driven To The Ropes

Textbook cover drive four from Suryakumar Yadav

India - 43/1 after 3.5 overs

26/09/2025 20:21:34

IND vs SL Live Score: Back-To-Back Fours!

Abhishek Sharma hits consecutive boundaries in this over to Nuwan Thushara.

India - 36/1 after 3 overs.

26/09/2025 20:15:57

IND vs SL Live Score: 2nd Over Done

A couple of boundaries along with Gill's wicket in this over.

India - 22/1

26/09/2025 20:13:15

IND vs SL Live Score: In Walks The Captain

Suryakumar Yadav in action now for India.

26/09/2025 20:12:11

IND vs SL Live Score: STUNNING CATCH!

Maheesh Theekshana sends back Shubman Gill with an athletic caught-and-bowled.
India - 15/1 after 1.3 overs.

26/09/2025 20:09:58

IND vs SL Live Score: SIX!

Abhishek Sharma whacks Maheesh Theekshana for a huge six

26/09/2025 20:08:50

IND vs SL Live Score: Four To End The Over

A rather uncharacteristic quiet start for the Men in Blue
India - 8/0 after the first over.

26/09/2025 19:33:55

IND vs SL Live: Bumrah, Dube Out

India have decided to bench Jasprit Bumrah and Shivam Dube. Arshdeep Singh and Harshit Rana are back in the XI

26/09/2025 19:31:10

IND vs SL Live: Sri Lanka Wins Toss!

Sri Lanka's captain, Charith Asalanka, has won the coin toss, and has elected to bowl first.

26/09/2025 18:49:38

IND vs SL Live Score: Dead rubber match

India-Sri Lanka match carries no impact on tournament standings, with India already through to the final and Sri Lanka eliminated. However, Sri Lanka will look to restore some pride after back-to-back losses in the Super 4 stage. For India, the focus will be on sharpening their fielding, particularly catching, following 11 dropped catches in their last two games.