Sri Lanka will face Hong Kong in the 8th match of the Asia Cup 2025 T20 tournament on 15th September at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. This match is the second of the doubleheader day.
The Lankan team is gaining confidence after a solid six-wicket win over Bangladesh in their first match of the tournament. In contrast, Hong Kong has lost both of its games so far.
Check this blog for full match details, including probable XIs, squads, and head-to-head stats between the two teams.
Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong – Match Details
Here are the match details,
| Tournament | Asia Cup 2025 |
|---|---|
| Organiser | Asian Cricket Council (ACC) |
| Match 7 | Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong |
| Date | 15 September 2025 |
| Venue | Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai |
| Time | 20:00 PM (IST) |
Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong – Squads
Sri Lanka is one of the top sides in the white-ball format, especially in T20 cricket. They have had a consistent squad for the last year, just as they will for the Men’s Asia Cup 2025 tournament.
Hong Kong is still seizing every opportunity to participate in a significant competition, and they have selected a squad comprising both young and experienced players.
Take a look at both teams’ squads here,
Sri Lanka
Charith Asalanka(C), Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis(WK), Kamil Mishara, Kusal Perera, Dasun Shanaka, Kamindu Mendis, Wanindu Hasranga, Dushmantha Chameera, Matheesha Pathirana, Nuwan Thushara, Nuwanidu Fernando, Janith Liyanage, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Chamika Karunaratne, Binura Fernando
Hong Kong
Yasim Murtaza(C), Zeeshan Ali(WK), Anshuman Rath, Babar Hayat, Nizakat Khan, Aizaz Khan, Kinchit Shah, Kalhan Challu, Ehsan Khan, Ayush Shukla, Ateeq Iqbal, Shahid Wasif, Nasrulla Rana, Mohammad Ghazanfar, Mohammad Waheed, Martin Coetzee, Ali Hassan
Sri Lanka will stick to their winning combinations. Hong Kong needs to perform well and will change its lineup before the match.
Sri Lanka – Probable XI: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis(WK), Kamil Mishara, Kusal Perera, Charith Asalanka(C), Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dushmantha Chameera, Matheesh Pathirana, Nuwan Thushara
Hong Kong – Probable XI: Zeeshan Ali(WK), Anshuman Rath, Babar Hayat, Nizakat Khan, Martin Coetzee, Kinchit Shah, Yasim Murtaza(C), Aizaz Khan, Ehsna Khan, Ayush Shukla, Nasrulla Rana
Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong – Head to Head in T20Is
Sri Lanka and Hong Kong have yet to face each other in a Twenty-20 International match. But despite their zero head-to-head history, this match is going to be an exciting one.
However, Sri Lanka A played a match against Hong Kong in 2024 and won the game by 42 runs at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Oman.
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Conclusion: Sri Lanka To Face Hong Kong At Dubai On 15th September!
Sri Lanka and Hong Kong are set to face off in the 8th match of the Asia Cup 2025 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. With both teams eager to collect winning points, this game holds significance for their tournament progress.
Sri Lanka comes into the match with momentum after a solid win over Bangladesh. They’ll aim to continue their strong form with another convincing performance. Meanwhile, Hong Kong will be looking to bounce back and register its first win.
Although the teams have not met in a T20I before, this encounter promises excitement and a good contest for the fans.
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