Dubai, Sept. 15 -- Sri Lanka's thrilling 4-wicket victory over Hong Kong in a Group B clash at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium here today was defined by the brilliance of Pathum Nissanka and Wanindu Hasaranga, whose combined efforts turned a tense chase into a win in the Asia Cup 2025.
After winning the toss, Sri Lanka chose to bowl, and disciplined spells from Dushmantha Chameera and Hasaranga restricted Hong Kong to 149 for 4 in 20 overs.
Anshuman Rath top-scored for Hong Kong with 48 runs off 46 balls, while Zeeshan Ali contributed 23, but Hong Kong were unable to capitalise fully on their start. Hasaranga's early breakthroughs, along with precise bowling from Chameera, ensured that Hong Kong's innings never accelerated beyond ...