Abu Dhabi, Sept. 19 -- Kusal Mendis produced a batting masterclass to steer Sri Lanka to a thrilling six-wicket win over Afghanistan in the Asia Cup 2025 Group B clash at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium here today, a result that ended Afghanistan's campaign and propelled Bangladesh into the Super Fours.
Chasing 170, Sri Lanka found their anchor in Mendis, whose unbeaten 74 off 52 balls blended calm assurance with crisp stroke-making. Coming in after an early wobble, the right-hander read the conditions perfectly, first steadying the innings and then accelerating with a string of authoritative boundaries. He raised his half-century with a deft sweep off Noor Ahmad, and from there never allowed Afghanistan's spinners to dictate terms.
Earlier, Afg...