Bangladesh confirm Super 4 as SL beat Afghans in Asia Cup | Sports

DHAKA, Sept 18, 2025 (BSS) - Opener Kusal Mendis hit a scintillating half-century as Sri Lanka overcame a Mohammad Nabi scare to beat Afghanistan by six wickets in a crucial Asia Cup contest at Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi today. The Lankan's victory also ensured Bangladesh's Super 4 berth, putting the pre-match complex equation issue to rest. In case of an Afghan victory, Bangladesh would have made an exit from the Asia Cup. However, Sri Lanka topped the Group B, thanks to their victory in all three matches while Bangladesh became group runners-up after winning against Hong Kong and Afghanistan. India and Pakistan confirmed Super 4 berth from Group A. The four teams will meet each other in the...