Athapaththu's innings boosts Sri Lanka's chances in semi-final race
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 4:57 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Sri Lanka's Athapaththu played a critical innings during their match on June 23, raising the team's net run rate (NRR) to less than negative one. With Scotland still to face Sri Lanka and other group matches remaining, this performance has revitalized Sri Lanka's hopes for advancing to the semi-finals. The ongoing group stage is crucial, with teams vying for the top spots leading to the knockout phase.
- •Athapaththu's innings significantly improved Sri Lanka's NRR.
- •Sri Lanka's current NRR stands at less than negative one.
- •Scotland is scheduled to play against Sri Lanka next.
- •Other group matches are still to be played this week.
- 4:57 PMESPNcricinfo — Athapaththu ton revives SL's semi-final hopes
"Athapaththu's innings raised SL's NRR to less than negative one, with Scotland still to play, and other matches remaining in the group
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