Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong Live Score & Commentary – Asia Cup 2025 Group B Clash

Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong Live Score & Commentary – Asia Cup 2025 Group B Clash

That’s all from Dubai tonight! Another thrilling Asia Cup 2025 Group B encounter saw Sri Lanka edge past a spirited Hong Kong outfit. Join us again tomorrow for more live action from this blockbuster tournament.

Charith Asalanka (Sri Lanka): “It was nerve-wracking towards the end. Honestly, we are disappointed with certain areas – especially the first three overs with the ball and then that collapse in the 16th over when we lost crucial wickets, including mine. These lapses can’t continue at international level. Credit to Hong Kong, they batted really well and created pressure. We need to raise our game as professionals.”

Yasim Murtaza (Hong Kong): “I am proud of how the team stood up today. Yes, we missed some chances and dropped catches which proved costly, but the bowlers showed great fight. Our target was around 150-160, and we were close. Playing on this stage itself is a dream, and once we return, we’ll work hard to improve.”

Pathum Nissanka (Player of the Match): “It wasn’t an easy pitch to bat on. Hong Kong bowled smartly, but I’m happy with the way I am timing the ball and contributing consistently.”

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Match Highlights

• Hong Kong bowlers kept Sri Lanka in check during the powerplay, removing Kusal Mendis early.

• Pathum Nissanka anchored the innings with yet another classy fifty, extending his record for most 50+ scores in T20Is for Sri Lanka (17).

• A mini-collapse after Nissanka’s dismissal gave Hong Kong hope, but Wanindu Hasaranga’s late cameo sealed the game with 7 balls to spare.

• Hong Kong’s fielding woes continued, dropping four catches off Nissanka alone, and 6 in total – a record-equaling low in Men’s T20Is.

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Key Stats & Records

• Most catches dropped in a T20I innings (since 2007):

  • 6 – India vs Sri Lanka (2009)

  • 6 – South Africa vs Sri Lanka (2017)

  • 6 – Australia vs Scotland (2024)

  • 6 – Hong Kong vs Sri Lanka (2025)

• Catching efficiency in this tournament (Hong Kong): 52.1% (12 catches taken, 11 dropped).

• Pathum Nissanka surpasses Kusal Mendis & Kusal Perera with 17 half-centuries in T20Is.