SL vs HKG Probable Playing 11: Charith Asalanka-led Sri Lanka will square off against Yasim Murtaza-led Hong Kong in the 8th match of the Asia Cup 2025 on September 15 at Dubai International Stadium, Dubai.
Sri Lanka had a solid start, claiming a 6-wicket victory against Bangladesh, while Hong Kong suffered back-to-back defeats and will be looking for a win to finish their campaign with a winning note.
Sri Lanka secured second spot in the Group B of the Asia Cup 2025 points table while Hong Kong slipped to bottom in the table.
SL vs HKG Weather Report
The weather in Dubai will be hot and humid with temperature will ranging between 36 and 40 degrees Celsius during the game. No rain is expected, but the heat will be tough for players to handle.
SL vs HKG Pitch Report
The Pitch at Dubai Stadium offers a balanced surface that rewards disciplined bowlers and technically sound batters. The spinners play a crucial role, particularly after the ball gets older.
The btting first team will be looking to score 170-180 runs, however, the average first innings score here is around 145. 8 out of 10 games played here were won by batting first. In 9 of those games, the team winning the toss opted to field first.
SL vs HKG Probable Playing 11
Sri Lanka
Pathum Nissanka, K Mendis (wk), Kamil Mishara, K Perera, C Asalanka (C), PHKD Mendis, D Shanaka, W Hasaranga, D Chameera, Matheesha Pathirana, N Thushara
Hong Kong
Zeeshan Ali (wk), Anshuman Rath, Babar Hayat, Nizakat Khan, Kalhan Challu, KD Shah, Yasim Murtaza (C), Ehsan Khan, Aizaz Khan, Ayush Shukla, Ateeq Iqbal
