Dubai: India will lock horns with Sri Lanka in their final Super 4 encounter of the Men’s T20 Asia Cup 2025 on Friday at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. While India has already sealed a place in the final, Sri Lanka’s hopes ended following consecutive defeats, making this match a dead rubber.

India entered the Super 4 stage after topping Group A with three wins. They carried forward their momentum by beating both Pakistan and Bangladesh, extending their unbeaten run to five matches.

Sri Lanka, meanwhile, had dominated Group B with three straight wins but faltered in the Super 4 stage. Losses to both Bangladesh and Pakistan ensured their early exit. India’s victory over Bangladesh on Wednesday confirmed Sri Lanka’s elimination.

The Dubai International Cricket Stadium will host the match, with India looking to maintain their winning streak and Sri Lanka aiming to salvage some pride.

India probable XI

Suryakumar Yadav (c), Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Sanju Samson (wk), Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarthy.

Sri Lanka probable XI

Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera, Kamil Mishara, Charith Asalanka, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Nuwan Thushara.

What is the pitch like at Dubai International Cricket Stadium

The Dubai surface has encouraged teams to rely on their spinners, with bowlers finding grip and turn in the middle overs. Pacers are likely to get early movement with the new ball, but as the innings progresses, spinners could hold the key. Batters will need to rotate strike efficiently and negotiate spin carefully.

Weather forecast

There are no chances of rain disrupting play on Friday in Dubai. However, players can expect hot and humid conditions, which could test their endurance.