Sri Lankan opener Pathum Nissanka has once again proven his mettle on the international stage. He scored a fluent half-century against Bangladesh in the Asia Cup 2025 Group B clash at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi. The innings not only took his team to victory but also saw him enter an elite list of batters in T20 Asia Cup history. Here are further details.
Nissanka's innings, which came in a run chase of 140 runs, was a blend of caution and aggression. He countered the early movement from Bangladesh pacers with some exquisite strokes, especially on anything short or overpitched. His half-century came at a crucial juncture of the innings, providing stability and allowing the middle order to accelerate later on. Though Nissanka perished right after his fifty, his efforts meant the Lankans (140/4) got the job done in just 14.4 overs.