Perera, Ayodhya in as Sri Lanka bowl against Pakistan

Sri Lanka secured a thrilling four-wicket victory over Pakistan in the Women's Asia Cup, setting the stage for a repeat final against India on Sunday in Dubai. The defending champions, who previously won the title in 2024, needed to chase down a target of 131 runs. They began cautiously, slipping to 33/4 after 6.2 overs, but recovered with a crucial 67-run partnership between Harshitha Samarawickrama and Kavisha Dilhari.

Samarawickrama contributed 36 runs off 31 balls, while Dilhari added 33 runs off 33 balls, propelling Sri Lanka into a strong position. However, Pakistan's captain Fatima Sana claimed two quick wickets, reducing Sri Lanka to 109/6 with just three overs remaining. Nilakshika Silva and Kaushini Nuthyangana maintained their composure, with both players remaining unbeaten.

Sri Lanka's journey to the final was marked by an earlier struggle against Pakistan, who lost 130 for 5 in response to Sri Lanka's total. The Sri Lankan team will now face India again in the final, with India aiming for their eighth Asia Cup title.