The Indian cricket team has advanced to the final of the Asia Cup 2023 by defeating Sri Lanka by 41 runs in the Super-4 round. Bangladesh, on the other hand, has been eliminated from the final race. The second finalist team will be determined after the Pakistan-Sri Lanka match.
India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup 2023 Final:
India’s remarkable journey continues in the Asia Cup 2023 under the captaincy of Rohit Sharma. They secured a convincing victory over Sri Lanka after previously defeating Pakistan in the Super-4 round. The match against Sri Lanka on Tuesday was a thrilling contest, with India winning by 41 runs.
The final may feature another clash between India and Pakistan
Currently, only two matches are left in the Super-4 round. India will face Bangladesh, and on September 14, Pakistan and Sri Lanka will compete. The winner of the Pakistan-Sri Lanka match will advance to the final and face the Indian team, setting the stage for a potential India-Pakistan final once again.
What happens if the Pakistan-Sri Lanka match is cancelled due to rain?
In such a scenario, both teams will be awarded 1-1 point. If the match is cancelled, the net run rate of both teams will be considered. Sri Lanka will likely have a better net run rate than Pakistan, giving them an easy entry into the final.
Current Points Table for Super-4:
| Super Four | Played | Win | Loss | Draw | N/R | Pts | NET RR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2.690 |
| Sri Lanka | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -0.200 |
| Pakistan | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -1.892 |
| Bangladesh | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.749 |
It’s worth noting that India and Pakistan have already faced each other twice in this Asia Cup, with one match in the group stage being washed out due to rain. India emerged victorious in the Super-4 clash against Pakistan, securing the biggest margin of victory against them in this tournament.
So, the Asia Cup 2023 final could potentially be a thrilling India vs Pakistan encounter once again.
