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Injury-Plagued Pakistan Look To See Of Sri Lanka Threat For A Place In Asia Cup Final

An injury-hit Pakistan will have the tough task of taming a high-spirited Sri Lanka when they lock horns in a Super 4 match here on Thursday for a place in the Asia Cup final. Both Pakistan and Sri Lanka have two points and the winner of the virtual knock-out game will progress to the final on September 17. India have already secured a place in the summit clash after they defeated Sri Lanka by 41 runs in a Super Four game on Tuesday. Rohit Sharma's men lead the table with four points.

Watch: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli's 'Moment Of The Day' Breaks The Internet

India captain Rohit Sharma has the reputation of being one of the finest fielders in the game. As India took on Sri Lanka in the Super 4 match on Tuesday, Rohit's catching abilities came in handy to the team. The Lankans truly tested the Indian team, first with the ball then with the bat. Despite India's early success with the ball, the hosts dug deep and threatened the visitors' progression to the final, especially till Sri Lanka skipper Dasun Shanaka was in the middle. It was Ravindra Jadeja who got rid of Shanaka, all thanks to a brilliant catch from Rohit Sharma. The importance of the wicket can be understood by seeing the sort of celebration Virat Kohli had with the skipper afterwards.

"Knew Wellalage Would...": Sri Lanka Captain Dasun Shanaka On Spinner's Five-For Against India

Sri Lanka skipper Dasun Shanaka said that he was confident that the young left-arm orthodox spinner Dunith Wellalage would do something special against India after watching his performance against Bangladesh in the Asia Cup 2023. India's bowling attack combined to end Sri Lanka's 13 ODI match unbeaten streak and seal their spot in the final of the Asia Cup 2023 with a game to spare, as the hosts bundled out for 172 chasing a paltry target at the R Premadasa Stadium on Tuesday. While spinners from either side dominated the game, the pacers, too, played a part in India's 41-run victory over the co-hosts.

Remembering The 'King Of Spin' Shane Warne On His Birth Anniversary

The 'King of Spin' and Australian spin maestro Shane Warne would have turned 54-years-old on this day (September 13, 2023) had he been alive. The untimely demise of Australian spin maestro Shane Warne at the age of 52 left the sporting world benumbed with shock and grief on March 4 in 2022. Over the course of a golden career, which saw him shatter several records in cricket and set his own, the legendary Australian leg-spinner wowed his fans as much with his flowing blonde mane as with his signature 'flippers' and sharp turners, left an impact on the gentleman's game that is likely to stand the test of time.

UAE teen Vaishnave Mahesh thrilled to break record of her hero Rashid Khan

When Vaishnave Mahesh found out she had broken a record previously held by her hero, she did not know how to feel.

Explained: Asia Cup 2023 Qualification Scenario For India vs Pakistan Final

India's nervy yet convincing victory over Sri Lanka in their second Super 4 match of the Asia Cup 2023 on Wednesday earned them the ticket to the final. After a complete performance against Pakistan, that lasted over two days, India had to dig deep in order to beat Sri Lanka and become the first team to qualify for the title decider. The second spot in the final will be decided from the contest between Sri Lanka and Pakistan, with Bangladesh already out of the reckoning having lost two Super 4 games.

Watch: Rohit Sharma Prompts Fan To Wave India Flag Higher. Video Goes Viral

Team India gave one of their best performances and defeated Pakistan by 228 runs in the Asia Cup 2023 Super 4 match on Monday in Colombo. Due to heavy rain, the match was shifted to the reserve day on Monday. Virat Kohli (122*) and KL Rahul (111*) stitched a massive 233-run partnership and guided Team India to 356/2 in 50 overs. Later, Kuldeep Yadav's fiery spell helped India to bundle out Pakistan for just 128. Apart from them, skipper Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill also smashed 56 and 58 runs respectively.

"I Can't Say Anything About...": KL Rahul Brilliantly Sums Up Virat Kohli's Impact

Returning to action after a long injury layoff, India wicketkeeper batter KL Rahul says he was a bundle of nerves and it took him some time to settle down before going for his shots against a quality Pakistan attack in the Asia Cup in Colombo. The 31-year-old, who had suffered a debilitating thigh injury during the IPL which later necessitated a surgery, smashed an unconquered 106-ball 111 to play a vital role in India's massive 228-run win over Pakistan on Monday.

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Injury-Plagued Pakistan Look To See Of Sri Lanka Threat For A Place In Asia Cup Final

Watch: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli's 'Moment Of The Day' Breaks The Internet

"Knew Wellalage Would...": Sri Lanka Captain Dasun Shanaka On Spinner's Five-For Against India

Remembering The 'King Of Spin' Shane Warne On His Birth Anniversary

UAE teen Vaishnave Mahesh thrilled to break record of her hero Rashid Khan

Explained: Asia Cup 2023 Qualification Scenario For India vs Pakistan Final

Watch: Rohit Sharma Prompts Fan To Wave India Flag Higher. Video Goes Viral

"I Can't Say Anything About...": KL Rahul Brilliantly Sums Up Virat Kohli's Impact