<p>Sri Lanka have always been one of those sides which no other team has enjoyed playing against in the Asia Cup history so far. The team has majorly managed to deliver top-notch performances during the tournament and win matches against all the odds.&nbsp;</p>



<p>With 5 titles to its name, Sri Lanka is the second most successful team in the tournament's history only behind India. The team has displayed some tremendously fearless approaches in the shortest format of the game recently and possesses some world-class players who can definitely make things happen for their side.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The team will be eager to be at their best during the Asia Cup 2022. It's time for us to discuss the team's possible Playing XI for the Asia Cup 2022.&nbsp;</p>



<h2>1. Pathum Nissanka</h2>



<p>Sri Lanka's young opening batsman, Pathum Nissanka made his international debut only last year. The youngster has already made his presence felt in big games for his side in his short international career so far.&nbsp;</p>



<p>He already has played some memorable innings for his side so far, especially in white ball cricket. The youngster will be looking to make a mark in the upcoming Asia cup with some good performances in the upcoming Asia Cup.</p>



<h2>2. Danushkha Gunathilaka</h2>



<p>Left-hand batsman Danushkha Gunathilaka will expectedly be partnering with an inexperienced Nissanka in the upcoming Asia Cup. The hard-hitting opener has been blowing hot and cold with the bat for his side scoring runs on a regular basis and providing his team with sublime starts more often.</p>



<p>Gunathilaka will be an important player for his side at the top of the order. He has scored 678 runs in 39 matches so far in his T20I career.</p>



<h2>3. Charith Asalanka</h2>



<p><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charith_Asalanka">Charith Asalanka</a> is another young batsman who is supposedly going to feature in Sri Lanka's top order. The lef-handed batsman is known for his positive and attacking approach while Asalanka has taken up the role of a no.3 batsman right since he made his international debut last year.&nbsp;</p>



<p>He played a major role in Sri Lanka's historic ODI series win over Australia recently. The youngster will have a very important role to play in Sri Lanka's batting order in the Asia Cup.</p>



<h2>4. Kusal Mendis</h2>



<p>Kusal Mendis without a doubt is one of the most elegant and dependable batsmen in Sri Lanka's lineup. The 27-year-old batsman has shown glimpses of his incredibly good technique and quality with the bat in various conditions in the past.&nbsp;</p>



<p>He has been exceptionally good in terms of resisting the opposition bowlers' tough spells. His task will be to continue his good form in the shortest format of the game as his team shall have heavily relied upon him in the Asia Cup.</p>



<h2>5. Bhanuka Rajaspaksha</h2>



<p>Left-handed explosive batsman Bhanuka Rajapaksha is another crucial part of Sri Lanka's batting lineup. He with his big-hitting abilities can demolish any opposition bowling lineup in T20Is for sure. Owing to his fine performances for the national team the left-hander got picked by IPL franchise Punjab Kings in IPL 2022.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Though the batsman has been in poor form recently, the onus will be on him to provide stability to the&nbsp; Sri lanka innings and finish off the game with big hits towards the later half of the innings as well.</p>



<h2>6. Dasun Shanaka</h2>



<p>Skipper Dasun Shanaka will be the pillar of his side in the upcoming Asia cup for Shanaka with his incredibly good performances with the bat lower down the order have been extremely impressive. Also, his wonderful leadership skills have been a treat o watch for all the fans.&nbsp;</p>



<p>His most recent blitz against Australia in the bilateral series match wherein he snatched victory from the jaws of defeat for his side with a fine fifty proves his calibre with the bat. He will be an important asset for his side in the Asia Cup for sure.</p>



<h2>7. Wanindu Hasaranga</h2>



<p>Wanindu Hasaranga has been the most widely discussed topic in the cricketing world in recent times. Owing to his fantastic all-round skills, IPL franchise RCB purchased him ahead of the IPL 2022. The leggie has got the ability to bamboozle the opposition batters with his incredible spin and wicket-taking ability.&nbsp;</p>



<p>He also is extremely handy with the bat in the later half of the innings for his side. Sri Lanka will look to bank upon their X factor to win them games in the Asia Cup.</p>



<h2>8. Chamika Karunaratne</h2>



<p>Karunaratne will be another player who will look to initiate a turnaround in his T20I career during the upcoming Asia Cup. The pacer has managed just 11 wickets in his 25 T20I matches so far.</p>



<p>He will have to live up to his worth in order to see his team achieve greater heights in this Asia Cup.</p>



<h2>9. Dushmantha Chameera</h2>



<p>Dushmantha Chameera will be the leader of the Sri Lankan pace attack for sure in the Asia Cup. The 30-year-old is well known for his fiery opening spells and the ability to choke the runs in the death overs too.&nbsp;</p>



<p>His only task is to work on his line and length so as to be a step ahead of the opposition batters in the middle overs too. Sri Lanka will be relying upon his sheer pace to pick early wickets in the innings.</p>



<h2>10. Maheesh Theekshana</h2>



<p>22 year old Maheesh Theekshana will be partnering with Wanindu Hasaranga in the skin department in the Asia Cup for Sri Lanka.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The youngster's one of the most prominent weapons is the carrom ball which he often used to deceive the batsmen. He will have to be at his best in order to choke the runs and pick wickets in the middle overs during the Asia Cup.</p>



<h2>11. Nuwan Thushara</h2>



<p>With a similar bowling action as that of Lasith Malinga, Nuwan Thushara has been a treat to watch for the fans in his short T20I career so far. The pacer has played only 2 T20Is till now. His quality bowling in the death is what Sri Lanka will look to bank upon to strengthen its grip over the matches.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Thushara is expected to find his best possible rhythm in the upcoming Asia cup despite being rusty so far in his two matches for Sri Lanka.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>Also Read:- </strong><a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/zimbabwe-vs-india-3rd-odi-predictions/">Zimbabwe vs India 3rd ODI predictions: Who will win today?s match between Zimbabwe and India?</a></p>

Sri Lanka's possible Playing XI for the Asia Cup 2022

sri-lankas-playing-xi-asia-cup-2022

<p>Pakistan have always been one of the strongest sides in the cricketing world who've given it their all to win every competition that they've participated in. The team consists of some world-class players who've delivered top-notch performances for their side during crucial circumstances.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The team under the leadership of Babar Azam since last one year has become absolutely invincible winning matches with lot better consistent performances on a regular basis. Other young players in the team have also started to perform their tasks regularly and live up to their worth so as to help their side register several memorable victories, especially in the shorter formats, T20Is.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The team will be desperate to have the upper hand against several teams in the upcoming Asia Cup too and thereby bag a third Asia Cup title in their history. It's time for us to have a look at their possible Playing XI for the Asia Cup 2022.&nbsp;</p>



<h2>1. Babar Azam (c)</h2>



<p>Babar Azam will be leading Pakistan in the Asia Cup for the first time in the 2022 edition. With his incredible consistency and classical performances in the shortest format of the game in the recent past, he has earned himself the first position in ICC men's T20I batting rankings.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The right-hander is in fine form currently and has shown good signs with the bat in the PSL too. His amazing versatile style of batting will be of great use to Pakistan to get off to a fine start in every game and counter every bowling line up.</p>



<h2>2. Mohammad Rizwan</h2>



<p>Mohammad Rizwan is a certain candidate to form an opening pair with his skipper Babar Azam in the Asia Cup. The right-hander was in red hot form during the 2021 world cup with close to 280 runs in 6 T20I innings in the tournament's last edition.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Just like his captain, he too has delivered amazing consistent performances in T20Is recently with the bat and has got the ability to demolish any bowling lineup in the world. He is ranked second in the ICC T20I batsmen's rankings and will have a vital role to play for Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2022.&nbsp;</p>



<h2>3. Fakhar Zaman</h2>



<p>Known for his aggressive intent and attacking approach against any bowler, Fakhar Zaman has been a great addition to Pakistan's limited overs side right since his debut. The left handed batsman has amassed runs with a fine strike rate of more than 130 in his T20I career so far.&nbsp;</p>



<p>With over 1200 T20I runs in his career till he will be a major part of the Pakistani lineup for the Asia Cup for sure.</p>



<h2>4. Asif Ali</h2>



<p>Next in the lineup is a certain Asif Ali who has been a major cog in the Pakistani batting lineup in the recent past. With his incredible big hitting and finishing abilities, Asif has won several matches to his side all by himself.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The right-hander has an invincible strike rate of 133 in his T20I career so far and has been handy to his side with the bat in the last few overs.&nbsp;</p>



<h2>5. Khushdil Shah</h2>



<p>Khushdil Shah is another major game changer in Pakistan's middle order who can be of great use to the side in the Asia Cup. He has the calibre to smash the ball to long distances in the death overs and also provide some crucial overs with the ball as per the demands of the situation.&nbsp;</p>



<p>His all-round performances in the domestic T20 matches have been glorious and this is what might provide him with a chance to find a place in Pakistan's Asia Cup XI.</p>



<h2>6. Iftikhar Ahmed</h2>



<p>Another prominent all-rounder with the ability to hit the ball hard and bowl a good spell with the ball, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iftikhar_Ahmed_(cricketer)">Iftikhar Ahmed</a> is certainly going to be part of Pakistan's middle order in the Asia Cup.&nbsp;</p>



<p>His T20I strike rate of 134.2 in particular is something which the opponents shall have to fear. His finishing touches are going to be really crucial for Pakistan just in case he makes it into the XI in the Asia Cup.</p>



<h2>7. Shadab Khan</h2>



<p>Shadab Khan has achieved great heights in his short international career so far. Despite being just 23 years old, he has evolved to be one of the most prominent members of his side.&nbsp;</p>



<p>His performance both with the bat and ball has earned him the name of being the most impactful all-rounder for his side in the recent past.&nbsp;</p>



<p>With a fine strike rate of 136.7 in his T20I career so far, Shadab has been fantastic with the bat in the death overs. 73 wickets in 64 T20I games also speak loads about his bowling calibre and justify his spot in Asia Cup XI.</p>



<h2>8. Usman Qadir</h2>



<p>Another spinner, Usman Qadir has shown some good signs with the ball for Pakistan in recent times. The leggie has the ability to deceive the batsmen with a decent amount of pace in his deliveries.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The skipper might look forward to watching the left armer perform similarly in UAE during the Asia Cup too.</p>



<h2>9. Haris Rauf</h2>



<p>Next in the Bowling line up shall feature Haris Rauf. The right arm pacer has the ability to bowl regularly at speeds of 145 kmph and above. He was fantastic for Pakistan in the T20I World Cup last year.&nbsp;</p>



<p>He has been in brilliant form in terms of picking wickets besides choking the runs towards the death overs also. He will be an important asset for his side in case he gets picked in the playing xi of the Asia Cup.</p>



<h2>10. Hasan Ali</h2>



<p>Hasan Ali will certainly be another major member of Pakistan's pace battery in the Asia Cup 2022. With his wonderful pace and variations, the right arm has evolved to be a wonderful T20I bowler.</p>



<p>Although he has been a bit expensive on certain occasions with the ball, he has got the ability to change the momentum in his side's favour with wickets at any time of the innings.</p>



<h2>11. Shaheen Afridi</h2>



<p>Shaheen Afridi who's been arguably one of the greatest rising stars in the world of cricket recently. He will surely be the most important part of that Pakistani bowling lineup. His fiery spell against India in the 2021 world cup was proof of his amazing talent.&nbsp;</p>



<p>His ability to swing the ball incredibly in the early stages of the innings and also choke he runs in the death overs will come to Pakistan's rescue for sure making him one of the most significant players in Pakistan's Asia Cup playing XI.</p>



<p><strong>Also Read:- </strong><a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/top-3-performances-ms-dhoni-for-india/">Top 3 batting performances by MS Dhoni for India</a></p>

Pakistan's possible Playing XI for the Asia Cup 2022

pakistans-playing-xi-for-asia-cup-2022

Get your IPL 2025 Chennai Super Kings (CSK) match tickets online. Book CSK vs MI tickets, check ticket prices, and find the best booking platforms. Secure your seats now!

IPL 2025: How to Book Chennai Super Kings (CSK) Match Tickets Online

ipl-2025-how-to-book-chennai-super-kings-csk-match-tickets-online

If you’re looking for the best Dream11 winning team predictions, then you need to be part of the top WhatsApp channels that provide insights, tips, and expert team suggestions.

Top 10 Best WhatsApp Channels for Dream11 Winning Teams – Join Now for Expert Predictions!

top-10-best-whatsapp-channels-for-dream11-winning-teams-join-now-for-expert-predictions-

Hardik Pandya suspension: MI starts IPL 2025 vs. CSK with Suryakumar Yadav as captain, due to Hardik Pandya's suspension. Jasprit Bumrah is injured, missing early games. MI's first two matches are away from home.

IPL 2025 CSK vs MI: Indian T20 skipper Suryakumar Yadav set to lead MI versus CSK in the absence of Hardik Pandya

ipl-2025-csk-vs-mi-indian-t20-skipper-suryakumar-yadav-set-to-lead-mi-versus-csk-in-the-absence-of-hardik-pandya

Champions Trophy: The ICC's list of the 10 best deliveries from the Champions Trophy 2025 featured five fast bowlers and five spinners, with two Indian bowlers, Kuldeep Yadav and Ravindra Jadeja, making the cut. India won the tournament, defeating New Zealand in the final. Rohit Sharma was named Player of the Match, while Rachin Ravindra received the Player of the Tournament award for his impressive run-scoring. Matt Henry earned the Golden Ball award for his leading wicket-taking performance.  

Watch: 10 best deliveries in ICC Champions Trophy 2025 - 2 Indian players included by the ICC

watch-10-best-deliveries-in-icc-champions-trophy-2025-2-indian-players-included-by-the-icc

A wild match was played between Duke and North Carolina on 14 March 2025, where Duke defeated North Carolina 74-71 in a super close Atlantic Coast Conference semifinal match.

2022 asia cup