India triumphed over Sri Lanka at the Dubai International Stadium, maintaining its unbeaten streak in the Asia Cup 2025. This match was inconsequential for final qualification since both India and Pakistan had already secured their places in the title match, allowing India to rest Jasprit Bumrah and Shivam Dube ahead of the final. The absence of Bumrah was felt as Indian bowlers struggled against Pathum Nissanka, who nearly led Sri Lanka to chase down 203 runs. However, a late resurgence from Arshdeep Singh pushed the game into a Super Over, where India claimed victory.
For the final clash, India is expected to make several adjustments to the playing XI, with Jasprit Bumrah returning to the lineup. Hardik Pandya is set to join Bumrah as the second pacer, but he left the field against Sri