A thriller unfolded as India and Sri Lanka battled to a tie, pushing their Asia Cup clash into a Super Over after both sides ended level at the close of 40 overs.
Batting first after being invited, India put up a commanding 202 for 5 on the board. The charge was led by Abhishek Sharma, who continued his sensational form with a fiery 61 off 31 balls, laced with powerful strokeplay. In doing so, Abhishek scripted history, becoming the highest run-getter in a single T20 Asia Cup edition, surpassing Pakistan’s Mohammad Rizwan and India’s Virat Kohli. Tilak Varma played the perfect foil, anchoring the innings with a classy 49 not out off 34 deliveries, while Sanju Samson chipped in with a crucial 39-run knock to keep the momentum going.
Sri Lanka’s reply was powered by Pathum Nissanka, who produced a stunning century to keep his side alive in the chase. His knock ensured the contest went right down to the wire, with the hosts matching India’s total. With the scores tied, India finished as the winner over SL by ease.
