Match 11 of the Asia Cup 2025 will see Sri Lanka face Afghanistan at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. This game is almost a knockout, as the winner will advance to the next stage.. Sri Lanka has won two matches so far, while Afghanistan has one win but boasts a higher net run rate (NRR) than Sri Lanka.. Meanwhile, Bangladesh sits in the middle of the standings and will be hoping for Afghanistan to lose to qualify.
Before the live action begins, check out the pitch report and weather updates for the Sheikh Zayed Stadium ahead of the Sri Lanka vs. Afghanistan clash.
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Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan: Where to Watch Live?
Date | 18/08/2025 |
Time | 8:00 PM IST |
Venue | Sheikh Zayed Stadium |
Streaming | Sonyliv |
Broadcast | Sony Sports. |
Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan: Sheikh Zayed Stadium Pitch Report
The surface at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium has recently favored the spinners, making it difficult for batters to score freely during the middle overs. However, the powerplay remains a key phase, with the ball coming nicely onto the bat, allowing batters to provide a strong start and set the platform for the rest of the innings.
The team winning the toss is expected to bat first, as the pitch tends to slow down as the game progresses, making it difficult to bat. The average first innings total here is around 145 runs in the Asia Cup 2025..
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Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan: Weather Report
Today’s weather report for Sheikh Zayed Stadium shows clear and warm conditions, with temperatures around 35°C at 8:00 PM. There is no chance of rain, and skies will be partly cloudy throughout the match. The conditions are expected to remain warm, with a slight possibility of cooler skies and a small drop in temperature after sunset. Dew may form during the latter half of the match, which could affect bowling and fielding conditions.
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