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Sri Lanka dump Afghanistan out of Asia Cup with six-wicket win

Sri Lanka dump Afghanistan out of Asia Cup with six-wicket win

Summary

Sri Lanka won against Afghanistan by six wickets in the Asia Cup, knocking Afghanistan out of the tournament. Kusal Mendis led Sri Lanka's successful chase, scoring 74 not out, helping his team reach the target of 171. Sri Lanka's Nuwan Thushara played a key role by taking three early wickets.

Key Facts

  • Sri Lanka beat Afghanistan in the Asia Cup with a six-wicket victory.
  • Kusal Mendis scored an unbeaten 74 runs for Sri Lanka.
  • Afghanistan posted a score of 169-8 after choosing to bat first.
  • Nuwan Thushara took three wickets for Sri Lanka early in the game.
  • Mohammad Nabi scored 60 runs for Afghanistan, including five sixes.
  • Sri Lanka finished at the top of Group B with three wins.
  • Bangladesh also advanced to the Super 4 stage with two wins.
  • Afghanistan was eliminated from the tournament.

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