Asia Cup 2023: Kusal Mendis, Charith Asalanka shine as Sri Lanka beat Pakistan by 2 wickets, to face India in final

Kusal Mendis and Charith Asalanka showcased their exceptional batting skills, leading Sri Lanka to a thrilling two-wicket victory over Pakistan in the highly anticipated Asia Cup Super 4 match held in Colombo on Thursday. 

The match reached a nail-biting climax as Sri Lanka required 8 runs off the last 7 balls to secure the win. Pramod Madushan and Charith Asalanka, displaying remarkable composure, stood unbeaten at the crease for the Sri Lankan team, who were 7 wickets down, in pursuit of a challenging target of 252 runs. Meanwhile, the Pakistani bowlers were determined to claim more wickets to gain an advantage in the game.

What a thrilling victory!

Sri Lanka secures a spot in the #AsiaCup2023 finals on Sunday with a thrilling 2-wicket win over Pakistan!#AsiaCup2023 #SLvPAK pic.twitter.com/lJF3CCNjPK

— Sri Lanka Cricket (@OfficialSLC) September 14, 2023

Earlier in the match, Mohammad Rizwan and Abdullah Shafique exhibited their brilliance with impressive half-centuries, propelling Pakistan to a respectable total of 252 runs for the loss of 7 wickets in 42 overs against Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup Super 4 encounter. Unfortunately, due to inclement weather conditions, the match was shortened to 42 overs per side.

The clash between these two cricketing powerhouses was nothing short of captivating, with both teams showcasing their skills and determination. The thrilling finish kept the spectators on the edge of their seats, as the outcome of the match hung in the balance until the very end. Ultimately, it was the exceptional performances of Mendis and Asalanka that propelled Sri Lanka to a well-deserved victory, leaving the Pakistani bowlers yearning for more breakthroughs.