The Asia Cup tournament kicked off on Saturday at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. In the opening match, Sri Lanka were 54 for 4 in 8 overs against Afghanistan. Earlier Afghanistan won the toss and elected to field.

Defending champions India will kick-start its campaign tomorrow against arch-rivals Pakistan.

The matches are being played in T20 format across two venues – Dubai International Cricket Stadium and Sharjah Cricket Stadium.
All India Radio will broadcast Ball-by ball commentary in Hindi and English of the tournament.