NEW DELHI: Sri Lanka registered a thrilling two-run victory over Afghanistan on Tuesday in their do-or-die Asia Cup Group B match at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, and booked their spot in the Super Fours stage of the continental tournament.
Batting first, Sri Lanka posted a competitive 291 for 8 riding on a majestic 92 from Kusal Mendis on a good batting pitch. For Afghanistan the target was not just to win but to win the contest in 37.1 overs to secure a spot in the next stage. And they went all out in their chase to achieve it, but missed it after coming agonisingly close to their target as they were bowled out for 289 in 37.4 overs.
