DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Sri Lanka survived a middle-order collapse against a spirited Hong Kong to notch its second successive victory in Asia Cup cricket on Monday.

Earlier, the United Arab Emirates beat tournament first-timer Oman by 42 runs.

Sri Lanka’s nervy four-wicket win was built on a chase featuring opening batter Pathum Nissanka’s second straight half-century and Wanindu Hasaranga’s late 20-run cameo.

Sri Lanka made 153-6 with seven balls to spare following Hong Kong’s 149-4.

Nissanka’s 68 followed 50 against Bangladesh but his run out in the 16th over saw Sri Lanka lose four wickets in the space of eight runs.

Sri Lanka slumped to 127-6 but Hasaranga deprived Hong Kong of an upset victory with his nine-ball 20 including two fours and a straight six.

Hong Kong sk

See Full Page