It’s time for Match 11 of the Asia Cup 2025, where Sri Lanka takes on Afghanistan at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi. Let’s break down the conditions and predictions.
Teams’ Current Form
- Sri Lanka: Coming off a solid win, they have a well-balanced side, with key players like Kusal Perera and Wanindu Hasaranga in good form.
- Afghanistan: They have shown resilience, especially with the likes of Rashid Khan and Mohammad Nabi, but their batting depth remains a concern.
Pitch and Weather Report
The pitch at Sheikh Zayed Stadium is known to support both pacers and spinners. The pitch tends to favor the batters early on, with spinners gaining more influence as the game progresses. The weather forecast predicts clear skies with no rain expected, making it perfect for cricket.
Predicted XIs
Sri Lanka: Kusal Perera, Dimuth Karunaratne, Dhananjaya de Silva, Charith Asalanka, Angelo Mathews, Dasun Shanaka (c), Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Lahiru Kumara, Chamika Karunaratne, Lasith Malinga
Afghanistan: Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Hashmatullah Shahidi, Najibullah Zadran, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan (c), Karim Janat, Gulbadin Naib, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Naveen-ul-Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Rashid Khan
Head-to-Head
Sri Lanka and Afghanistan have faced each other 8 times in ODIs. The record is currently tied at 4–4.
Match Prediction
If Sri Lanka bats first: 240–250 → Sri Lanka likely to win
If Afghanistan bats first: 220–230 → Afghanistan has a slight edge, but Sri Lanka’s bowling attack gives them an advantage.
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