Afghanistan people celebrate Sri Lanka's victory against Pakistan to lift Asia Cup
Kabul: The streets of Afghanistan suddenly buzzed with happy people as they celebrated the victory of Sri Lanka over Pakistan in the Asia Cup final.
Sri Lanka beat Pakistan in the final clash to lift the title for the sixth time in the history of the tournament.
Videos of Afghanistan people dancing and merrymaking in Kabul and other cities became viral online as they rejoiced Sri Lankan triumph over favourites Pakistan.
#Afghans 🇦🇫 Celebrations in Capital #Kabul , #Afghanistan to celebrate Sri Lanka's victory over Pakistan in the #AsiaCup2022Final . pic.twitter.com/8ZnFkN5aKv
— Abdulhaq Omeri (@AbdulhaqOmeri) September 11, 2022
Sri Lanka emerged victorious as they defeated Pakistan, a side which was considered as one of the favourites to lift the trophy, by 23 runs to clinch the Asia Cup here on Sunday.
After posting 170 runs for the loss of six wickets, Sri Lankan bowlers completed the task by bowling out Pakistan for 147 runs.
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