Nilakshika hits fifty and Athapaththu claims seven wickets against Indonesia
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 5:58 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026
Sri Lanka secured a victory over Indonesia in the Asia Cup on September 2, 2026. Nilakshika led the batting effort with a half-century, helping the team reach a total of 124 for 7. Despite the modest target, the defending champions managed to defend the score successfully. Athapaththu provided a match-defining performance by taking seven wickets, which included a hat-trick. This result reinforces Sri Lanka's standing in the tournament as they continue their title defense.
- •Nilakshika scored a half-century for Sri Lanka.
- •Sri Lanka posted a total of 124 for 7.
- •Athapaththu recorded seven wickets in the match.
- •Athapaththu secured a hat-trick during her bowling spell.
- 5:58 PMESPNcricinfo — Nilakshika fifty, Athapaththu seven-for rescue Sri Lanka against Indonesia
"Athapaththu picked up a hat-trick as the defending Asia Cup champions cruised to victory despite posting only 124 for 7
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