Sri Lanka captain Charith Asalanka won the toss and opted to field against India in the final Super Fours fixture at the ongoing Asia Cup in Dubai on Friday.

The final Super Fours fixture has turned into a dead rubber with India and Pakistan setting up an enticing Asia Cup final on Sunday. India is yet to deliver a perfect game. The batting unit has been spearheaded by the tournament’s highest run-getter, Abhishek Sharma, while left-arm spinner Kuldeep Yadav has been fundamental to India’s success with the ball.

However, 12 dropped catching opportunities have highlighted India’s fielding woes. Sri Lanka, unbeaten in the group stage, floundered in the first two Super Fours fixtures and crashed out of the race. Sri Lanka would be keen on salvaging their pride by ending their campaign with

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