मेंडिस, थुषारा ने श्रीलंका को सुपर 4 में पहुंचाया

Sri Lanka march into Super 4s with 6 wicket win over Afghanistan

Sri Lanka beat Afghanistan by 6 wickets in their final Group B clash, securing their spot in the Super 4s. This result also confirmed Bangladesh's progression and Afghanistan's elimination.

Mohammad Nabi's impressive 22-ball 60 wasn't enough to secure victory for Afghanistan.

PowerPlay: Afghanistan stumble early

Afghanistan started strongly, with Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Sediquallah Atal hitting boundaries. However, Nuwan Thushara dismissed Gurbaz, Karim Janat, and Atal in quick succession, leaving Afghanistan reeling at 45/3.

Middle overs: Sri Lanka continue to dominate

Sri Lanka's bowlers continued to apply pressure, and the fielders took some stunning catches. Ibrahim Zadran and Darwish Rasooli tried to rebuild the innings, but they were eventually dismissed. Rashid Khan provided some late momentum with a few boundaries and a six.

Death overs: Nabi leads stupendous comeback

Mohammad Nabi smashed a brilliant 22-ball 60, taking Afghanistan to 169/8. Dunith Wellalage dropped a crucial catch, allowing Nabi to flourish.

PowerPlay: Sri Lanka start steady

Sri Lanka began their chase strongly, scoring 22 runs in the first two overs. However, they lost Pathum Nissanka early on.

Middle overs: Kusal Mendis keeps Sri Lanka on track

Kusal Mendis and Kusal Perera built a solid partnership, keeping Sri Lanka on track.

Death overs: Kamindu & Kusal Mendis star in an explosive finish

Kamindu Mendis and Kusal Mendis finished the game in style, hitting boundaries to secure a comfortable victory.

Brief scores:

Afghanistan 169/8 in 20 overs (Mohammad Nabi 60, Rashid Khan 24; Nuwan Thushara 4-18) lost to Sri Lanka 171/4 in 18.4 overs (Kusal Mendis 74*, Kusal Perera 28; Azmatullah Omarzai 1-20) by 6 wickets.

What's next?

Sri Lanka will face Bangladesh in their first Super 4s clash in Dubai on September 20. Afghanistan's Asia Cup campaign ends here.