Asia Cup 2025: 3 changes India can make in their playing XI for Super four game against Sri Lanka

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The upcoming Super 4 match between India and Sri Lanka, scheduled for Friday, September 26, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, is a dead rubber due to the performance of both teams in the tournament so far.

India, the defending champions, have had a dominant run in the Super 4 stage, securing consecutive victories over Pakistan and Bangladesh. Their clinical performance, which includes a convincing win against their arch-rivals and a strong bowling display against Bangladesh, has earned them a spot in the final, making this last Super 4 game inconsequential in terms of qualification. For India, the importance of this match lies in maintaining winning momentum and providing game time to players who have been on the sidelines.

In stark contrast, Sri Lanka’s campaign has been derailed in the Super 4s, where they have suffered back-to-back losses to Bangladesh and Pakistan. These defeats have put them at the bottom of the table with zero points, eliminating them from the tournament. For Sri Lanka, this match is a chance for redemption and to salvage some pride against a formidable Indian side before heading back home.

1. Jasprit Bumrah rested for Arshdeep Singh:

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2. Kuldeep Yadav replaced by Harshit Rana:

2. Shivam Dube replaced by Rinku Singh:

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