Emerging Asia Cup T20: Pakistan to play Sri Lanka in semi final today

The semi-final match between Pakistan and Sri Lanka starts at 3pm local time in Pakistan.

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Pakistan’s emerging T20 team is set to face Sri Lanka in the first semi-final of the Emerging T20 Asia Cup today. The match will take place at the Emirates Stadium in Oman, commencing at 3pm local time.

Pakistan reached this stage of the tournament after defeating teams from the United Arab Emirates and Oman. However, they suffered a narrow defeat to their traditional rivals, India, losing by seven runs in a thrilling encounter.

In the second semi-final of the event, India will take on Afghanistan A at 6:30pm local time.

As Pakistan prepares for this crucial match against Sri Lanka, the team's performance in the tournament thus far has shown promise, and they will be looking to secure a place in the final with a strong showing today.

Earlier this week, Pakistan secured a dominant 114-run victory over the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in the ACC Men’s T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup on Wednesday, confirming their place in the semi-finals.

The match, held at the Oman Cricket Academy Ground in Muscat, saw outstanding performances from captain Mohammad Haris and fast bowler Shahnawaz Dahani.

Opting to bat first, Shaheens posted a competitive total of 179-4 in their 20 overs, with Haris leading from the front with an unbeaten 71 off 49 balls.

In response, UAE struggled against a relentless Shaheens bowling attack, with Dahani leading the charge. He claimed his maiden T20 five-wicket haul, finishing with career-best figures of 5-12, including two maidens, as UAE were bowled out for just 65 in 15.5 overs.