IND vs SL Head-to-Head Record: India will face Sri Lanka in the 6th Super Four match of the Asia Cup 2025 at Dubai International Stadium, Dubai, on September 26, 2025.
India has already qualified for the finals undefeated, while Sri Lanka, eliminated after two consecutive defeats, will look to make the most of their final match. While the Sri Lankans may struggle, their strong bowling attack could give India a tough fight, making this a thrilling contest.
Historically, India has dominated Sri Lanka in recent T20 Internationals, winning the last three matches between the two teams. India will once again start as the favourites.
Let’s take a look at the IND vs SL head-to-head record, recent form, and key stats ahead of this high-stakes clash.
IND vs SL Head-to-Head in T20Is
| Matches Played | IND Won | SL Won | No Result | Tied | First-ever Fixture | Most-recent Fixture |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32 | 21 | 9 | 1 | 1 | Feb 10, 2009 (IND Won) | Jul 30, 2024 (IND Won) |
India dominates the overall T20I head-to-head, winning 21 of the 32 games. In Dubai, India has also been more consistent, using their stronger bowling attack to dictate terms.
India – Recent Performance (Last 5 T20Is)
| Date | Opponent | Result | Margin | Score (IND – Opp) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep 25 | Bangladesh | Won | By 41 runs | IND 168/6 – BAN 127/10 |
| 21 Sep 25 | Pakistan | Won | By 6 wickets | IND 174/4 – PAK 171/5 |
| 19 Sep 25 | Oman | Won | By 7 wickets | IND 131/3 – OMA 167/4 |
| 14 Sep 25 | Pakistan | Won | By 9 wickets | IND 60/1 – PAK 127/9 |
| 10 Sep 25 | UAE | Won | By 9 wickets | IND 57/10 – IND 60/1 |
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Sri Lanka – Recent Performance (Last 5 T20Is)
| Date | Opponent | Result | Margin | Score (SL – Opp) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Sep 25 | Pakistan | Lost | By 5 wickets | SL 133/8 – PAK 138/5 |
| 20 Sep 25 | Bangladesh | Lost | By 4 wickets | SL 168/7 – BAN 169/6 |
| 18 Sep 25 | Afghanistan | Won | By 6 wickets | SL 171/4 – AFG 169/8 |
| 15 Sep 25 | Hong Kong | Won | By 4 wickets | SL 153/6 – HKG 149/4 |
| 13 Sep 25 | Bangladesh | Won | By 6 wickets | SL 140/4 – BAN 139/5 |
Key Player Battle
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Abhishek Sharma vs Wanindu Hasaranga – India’s explosive opener against Sri Lanka’s best spinner.
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Shubman Gill vs Dushmantha Chameera – Stability vs pace and movement with the new ball.
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Suryakumar Yadav vs Maheesh Theekshana – Middle-order anchor against disciplined off-spin.
IND vs SL Stats Comparison (Overall T20Is)
| Stat | India | Sri Lanka |
|---|---|---|
| Highest T20I Score | 260/5 vs SL | 215/5 vs IND |
| Lowest T20I Score | 74 vs AUS | 52 vs IND |
| Best Bowling Figures | 6/7 – Y. Chahal | 6/8 – Ajantha Mendis |
| Most T20I Wins | 140+ | 80+ |
| Current Form (Last 5) | 5 wins | 2 wins |
IND vs SL Asia Cup 2025 – What to Expect?
The Dubai surface has offered balanced contests this Asia Cup, but chasing has been easier under lights due to dew. India’s batting depth gives them the edge, but Sri Lanka’s spin duo of Hasaranga and Theekshana could make things tricky.
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If India bats first: Expect a total of 180–190, with Abhishek Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav leading the charge.
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If Sri Lanka bats first, A score of 160+ is required to stay competitive, with Nissanka and Asalanka needing to anchor.
Prediction: India are favourites to win given their form and unbeaten streak. Sri Lanka will need a special performance to pull off an upset.
