Asia Cup 2022: Sri Lanka vs Pakistan- Preview, Head to Head, Playing XI, and Where to Watch

Sri Lanka and Pakistan will meet in the last match of the super four stages on the 9th of September. Here is the match preview.

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Pakistan and Sri Lanka have dominated the Super Four stage of the Asia Cup 2022. Both are yet to lose a game after playing two games each. They will meet in the last match of the super four stages on the 9th of September. The two have already advanced to the season's final, and this super four match will serve as a virtual practice game for them.

Pakistan has a lot going for them, and their final victory over Afghanistan will be something they remember for a long time. Despite their inexperience, the Men in Green have one of the best fast bowling units in the world at the moment, and it has worked out perfectly for them thus far. Skipper Babar Azam will undoubtedly need a few runs under his belt before the crucial final.

As for Sri Lanka, they have been amazing throughout the tournament. They have dominated the tournament despite an early hiccup in the group stage. Their victories over Afghanistan and India have turned them into a very dangerous team. The match against Pakistan will be a perfect rehearsal for the final on Sunday.

Pitch Conditions

The Dubai International Stadium has given bowlers a lot to work with, and the large boundaries may give bowlers an advantage. The captain who wins the toss will look to bowl first, as has been the case throughout the tournament.

Probable Playing XIs

Both teams have had a great season so far. With the majority of their players performing well this season, Sri Lanka and Pakistan are expected to stick to their Playing XIs.

Sri Lanka- Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Charith Asalanka, Danushka Gunathilaka, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Dasun Shanaka (c), Wanindu Hasaranga, Chamika Karunaratne, Maheesh Theekshana, Asitha Fernando, Dilshan Madushanka

Pakistan- Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Babar Azam (c), Fakhar Zaman, Khushdil Shah, Iftikhar Ahmed, Shadab Khan, Asif Ali, Mohammad Nawaz, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Hasnain, Naseem Shah

Sri Lanka vs Pakistan Head to Head in T20Is

Played- 21

Sri Lanka- 8

Pakistan- 13

Match Details

Date- 9th September 2022

Time- 7:30 PM (IST)

Venue- Dubai International Stadium

Telecast and Live Streaming- Star Sports Network, Disney+ Hotstar

Asia Cup 2022