Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong Asia Cup 2025: Nissanka Fifty, Hasaranga Finish in Thriller
The Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong Asia Cup 2025 clash turned into a tense contest in Abu Dhabi. Pathum Nissanka’s fifty and Wanindu Hasaranga’s late cameo rescued Sri Lanka from a potential upset. Despite a spirited effort from Hong Kong, dropped catches and errors at crucial moments proved costly.
Nissanka Guides Sri Lanka in Asia Cup 2025 Thriller
Pathum Nissanka once again stood tall for Sri Lanka in the encounter. His 68 off 44 balls set the foundation, though luck played its part. He survived three dropped chances, including two tough return catches missed by Ehsan Khan. By finding boundaries regularly, he ensured the required run rate never spiraled out of control. This innings also marked his third T20I fifty in just five matches.
Pathum Nissanka delivers again! 💥
— wicketbuzz (@wicketbuzz) September 15, 2025
The young star smashes 68 runs vs Hong Kong, leading Sri Lanka’s charge in style. Future is bright! 🌟🇱🇰
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Hong Kong Fight Hard but Falter
Hong Kong’s batters displayed remarkable intent. Nizakat Khan struck a fluent 52* while Anshy Rath contributed a steady 48, guiding their side to 149 for 4. Their disciplined bowling effort then created real pressure. Yasim Murtaza and Ehsan Khan took key wickets, leaving Sri Lanka struggling at 127 for 6. However, costly drops on Nissanka and Kusal Perera meant the momentum slipped away. In the Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong , those missed opportunities ultimately changed the result.
Collapse Puts Sri Lanka Under Pressure
The chase seemed under control until a sudden collapse shocked Sri Lanka. Four wickets fell for just nine runs in 13 deliveries. Nissanka was run out, Perera departed lbw, while Charith Asalanka and Kamindu Mendis also perished quickly. With 23 runs still required off the final 17 balls, the Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong Asia Cup 2025 looked set for a dramatic finish.
Sri Lanka seals the win by 4 wickets against Hong Kong! 🇱🇰🔥
— wicketbuzz (@wicketbuzz) September 15, 2025
A composed chase and a strong finish — they march into the Super 4! 🏆
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Hasaranga Finishes the Job for Sri Lanka
Wanindu Hasaranga produced the calmness needed under pressure. A six off a free hit steadied nerves before back-to-back boundaries pushed Sri Lanka over the line. His unbeaten 20 off eight balls sealed victory with four wickets in hand. While Hong Kong impressed with bat and ball, their dropped catches left them regretting what could have been a historic win.
