India will face Sri Lanka in the final of Asia Cup 2023 on Sunday. The Indian team, led Rohit Sharma, suffered a setback in their last Super 4 match against Bangladesh. However, with the inclusion of star players like Virat Kohli, Hardik Pandya, and Jasprit Bumrah in the playing XI, the team aims to bounce back and secure victory in the final.
The Indian team will also draw confidence from their previous triumph against Sri Lanka in the Super 4 stage. Winning the Asian Cup will provide a significant boost to the team as they prepare for the upcoming 2023 World Cup.
On the other hand, Sri Lanka enters the final with high confidence after defeating one of the favorites, Pakistan. The team boasts rising stars like Dunith Wellalage and Charith Asalanka, alongside experienced players such as Kusal Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, and Kusal Perera. The home team also enjoys the advantage of playing in familiar conditions and with the support of a home crowd.
The final of Asia Cup 2023 between India and Sri Lanka will take place at R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. For viewers in the United States, the match will be telecast at 5:30 am ET (2:30 am PT) on Willow TV. The live stream of the final will be available on Willow TV as well as ESPN+ and Disney Bundle.
Stay updated with the latest Asia Cup news, live scores, World Cup schedule, and Asia Cup 2023 points table on the Hindustan Times website and apps.
Sources:
– Hindustan Times
– AFP
Definitions:
– Super 4: The stage in the Asia Cup where the top four teams from the group stage compete against each other.
– Playing XI: The eleven players selected a team to participate in a match.
– Home crowd support: The backing and encouragement provided fans present at a team’s home stadium during a match.
– Rise stars: Young and promising players who demonstrate significant potential in their respective sport.
