Vimukthi, Ayodhya guide Sri Lanka to victory over UAE in opener
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 5:20 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Sri Lanka started their title defense successfully against UAE in their opening match. Vimukthi and Ayodhya each took three wickets, leading to UAE being bowled out for just 79 runs. Athapaththu's unbeaten 48 runs helped Sri Lanka achieve a nine-wicket win. This victory sets a positive tone for Sri Lanka in the tournament as they look to defend their championship title.
- •Sri Lanka bowled out UAE for 79 runs.
- •Vimukthi and Ayodhya each took three wickets.
- •Athapaththu scored an unbeaten 48 runs.
- •Sri Lanka won by nine wickets.
- •The match took place on August 29, 2026.
- 5:20 PMESPNcricinfo — Vimukthi, Ayodhya hand Sri Lanka winning start to title defence
"The two shared three wickets apiece to bowl out UAE for 79 before Athapaththu's unbeaten 48 gave SL a nine-wicket win
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