Sri Lanka national cricket team vs Afghanistan national cricket team match scorecard shows Sri Lanka defeated Afghanistan by 6 wickets in Asia Cup 2025 Match 11 (Group B) at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi, on September 17, 2025. Chasing 170 runs, Sri Lanka reached 171/4 in 18.4 overs, led by Kusal Mendis’ unbeaten 74. Afghanistan posted 169/8, powered by Mohammad Nabi’s 60 off 22 balls. Player of the Match: Kusal Mendis.
This full scorecard provides verified batting figures, bowling stats, fall of wickets and perfect for live scorecard searches.
Match Overview and Result
Sri Lanka national cricket team vs Afghanistan national cricket team match scorecard result: Sri Lanka won by 6 wickets. Afghanistan batted first after winning toss, scored 169/8 (20 overs, RR 8.45). Sri Lanka chased in 18.4 overs (RR 9.19).
Toss and Pitch Report
Toss: Afghanistan won, elected to bat. Pitch: Grippy with turn (early seam, later spin), dew favored chasers. Dry surface, rated 7.5/10 for spinners. Umpires: Nitin Menon, Adrian Holdstock. Match referee: ICC panel.
Quick Stats Summary
- Highest score: Kusal Mendis 74*.
- Best bowling: Maheesh Theekshana 2/25.
- Extras: AFG 29 (28 wides), SL 7.
Full Batting Scorecard
Complete batting scorecard from Sri Lanka national cricket team vs Afghanistan national cricket team match scorecard.
Afghanistan Batting Innings
169/8 (20 overs). Started steadily, collapsed 64/4 to 79/6, Nabi rescued with 272.73 SR. SL spinners restricted boundaries.
| Batter | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
| Rahmanullah Gurbaz | c Perera b Thushara | 9 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 56.25 |
| Ibrahim Zadran | c Mendis b Theekshana | 28 | 20 | 3 | 0 | 140.00 |
| Darwish Rasooli | c Asalanka b Hasaranga | 18 | 15 | 1 | 1 | 120.00 |
| Azmatullah Omarzai | b Shanaka | 6 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 150.00 |
| Mohammad Nabi | run out (Perera/Mendis) | 60 | 22 | 3 | 6 | 272.73 |
| Rashid Khan (c) | c Kamindu b Theekshana | 8 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 160.00 |
| Qais Ahmad | not out | 10 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 166.67 |
| Noor Ahmad | run out (Shanaka) | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Naveen-ul-Haq | not out | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Extras (lb1 w28) | – | 29 | – | – | – | – |
Fall of wickets: 25/1 (2.5 ov Gurbaz), 68/2 (7.5 Zadran), 71/3 (8.6 Omarzai), 85/4 (11.2 Rasooli), 114/7 (17.1 Rashid), 118/8 (18.2 Noor).
Sri Lanka Batting Innings
171/4 (18.4 overs). Early wickets, but Mendis-Kamindu 52* unbroken. Dew aided acceleration.
| Batter | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
| Pathum Nissanka | c Gurbaz b Naveen | 28 | 20 | 3 | 0 | 140.00 |
| Kusal Perera | b Rashid | 15 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 150.00 |
| Minod Mishara | c Nabi b Qais | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 80.00 |
| Charith Asalanka (c) | c Rashid b Noor | 17 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 141.67 |
| Kusal Mendis | not out 74 | 58 | 5 | 3 | 127.59 | |
| Kamindu Mendis | not out | 26 | 13 | 0 | 2 | 200.00 |
| Extras (lb1 w6) | – | 7 | – | – | – | – |
Fall of wickets: 47/2 (5.2 Mishara), 92/3 (11.2 Perera), 119/4 (14.5 Asalanka).
Bowling Figures and Analysis
Bowling scorecard highlights spin control.
Afghanistan Bowling
Noor Ahmad troubled middle order, but 28 wides leaked pressure.
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
| Naveen-ul-Haq | 4 | 0 | 38 | 1 | 9.50 |
| Rashid Khan | 4 | 0 | 28 | 1 | 7.00 |
| Qais Ahmad | 4 | 0 | 35 | 1 | 8.75 |
| Noor Ahmad | 3.4 | 0 | 29 | 1 | 8.09 |
| Mohammad Nabi | 2 | 0 | 22 | 0 | 11.00 |
| Azmatullah | 1 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 16.00 |
Sri Lanka Bowling
Theekshana’s economy pivotal on turner.
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
| Nuwan Thushara | 4 | 0 | 32 | 1 | 8.00 |
| Maheesh Theekshana | 4 | 0 | 25 | 2 | 6.25 |
| Wanindu Hasaranga | 4 | 0 | 28 | 1 | 7.00 |
| Dasun Shanaka | 3 | 0 | 22 | 1 | 7.33 |
| Kamindu Mendis | 2 | 0 | 18 | 0 | 9.00 |
| Charith Asalanka | 3 | 0 | 40 | 0 | 13.33 |
Key Match Stats and Highlights
Top stats from sri lanka national cricket team vs afghanistan national cricket team match scorecard
- Highest score: Kusal Mendis 74* (127.59 SR).
- Best figures: Theekshana 2/25.
- Partnerships: Nabi-Qais 55*, Mendis-Kamindu 52*.
Batting highlights: Nabi’s six 6s from 79/6, Mendis vs spin SR 130+. Mistake fans make: Ignoring 36 extras (21% total runs).
Turning Points Breakdown
Key moments decided match scorecard.
Early Collapse
Over 10.3: Rasooli out 64/4 Theekshana-Hasaranga exploited footmarks.
Nabi Rescue
Overs 17-20: 55 runs, run-out ends it.
Chase Stabilizer
Over 14.5: Asalanka falls 119/4, but Mendis holds. Counterintuitive: SL depth won early wobble.
Tactical Insights and Pitch Report
Captaincy calls from full scorecard analysis.
SL Tactics
Asalanka unleashed spinners early (Theekshana ov 4), Shanaka cutters bagged Omarzai.
AFG Errors
Rashid delayed spin (powerplay 47 runs). Bold opinion: Nabi at No.4 needed. Dew post-10 ov favored batsmen. Pitch: Grippy, spin-friendly 7.5/10.
Head-to-Head and Series Impact
Head-to-head stats in sri lanka national cricket team vs afghanistan national cricket team match scorecard context.
| Format | Matches | SL Wins | AFG Wins | NR |
| T20Is | 9 | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| ODIs | 12 | 9 | 2 | 1 |
| Overall | 21 | 14 | 6 | 1 |
Recent: SL 3-0 ODI whitewash 2024. Series impact: SL to Super 4s, AFG out.
Player Performances Spotlight
Standout players per match scorecard.
Top Batters
- Mendis (74*): Clutch vs Rashid, avg 45+ chases.
- Nabi (60): Veteran fire, no death support.
Top Bowlers
- Theekshana (2/25): Underrated > Hasaranga (Asia Cups opinion).
Insight: AFG 28 wides lights pressure vs SL calm.
Match Timeline and Momentum Shifts
Ball-by-ball phases from scorecard/
Powerplay (1-6 ov)
AFG 47/1, SL 52/2 even.
Middle Overs (7-15)
AFG to 119/4 SL squeeze.
Death (16-20)
AFG +50, SL finish 18.4 ov.
What Next: Fantasy, Bets & Fan Actions
Post-match scorecard takeaways. Sri lanka national cricket team vs afghanistan national cricket team match scorecard predicts.
- Fantasy picks: SL spinners (Theekshana, Hasaranga) on UAE tracks, skip AFG middle.
- Betting: Back chasers (dew edge).
- Action: Stream Super 4s on Hotstar, join Dream11 now. Track Rashid fitness.
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Final verdict box
| Factor | Winner |
| Match Winner | Sri Lanka |
| Game Changer | Mendis 74* |
| Hidden Stat | 28 wides |
| Momentum | Spin + dew |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Who won Sri Lanka national cricket team vs Afghanistan national cricket team match scorecard game?
Ans. Sri Lanka by 6 wickets, 171/4 chasing 170 (18.4 ov).
Q2. Highest score in Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan scorecard?
Ans. Kusal Mendis 74* (58b).
Q3. Match venue for Sri Lanka national cricket team vs Afghanistan scorecard?
Ans. Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi (Sep 17, 2025).
Q4. Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan T20 head-to-head?
Ans. SL 5-4 in 9 matches.
Q5. Player of the Match scorecard?
Ans. Kusal Mendis (74*).
Q6. Afghanistan fall of wickets scorecard?
Ans. 25/1 (2.5), 68/2 (7.5), 71/3 (8.6), 85/4 (11.2), 114/7 (17.1), 118/8 (18.2).
Q7. Best bowling in Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan match scorecard?
Ans. Maheesh Theekshana 2/25 (Econ 6.25).
Q8. Extras in Afghanistan innings scorecard?
Ans. 29 (28 wides, 1 lb).
Q9. Pitch report scorecard context?
Ans. Grippy turner, dew aided SL chase.
Q10. Asia Cup impact from scorecard?
Ans. SL to Super 4s, AFG eliminated.
