Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh Match Summary.The Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh (SL vs BAN match) in the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four stage delivered a classic T20 thriller. Played at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, the contest went down to the final over where Bangladesh defeated Sri Lanka by 4 wickets, chasing 169 in 19.5 overs. The match had everything — powerful batting, smart bowling, and pressure-soaked finishing touches.
Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh Match Summary – Asia Cup 2025
- Match: Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh, Super Four (Asia Cup 2025)
- Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium
- Result: Bangladesh won by 4 wickets
- Sri Lanka: 168/7 in 20 overs
- Bangladesh: 169/6 in 19.5 overs
- Player of the Match: Saif Hassan (BAN) for his match-winning knock of 61.
Sri Lanka Innings – 168/7 (20 overs)
Batting first, Sri Lanka looked shaky in the powerplay and kept losing wickets at crucial intervals. Their savior was skipper Dasun Shanaka, who played a brilliant captain’s knock.
Top Performers (Sri Lanka):
- Dasun Shanaka – 64 (37 balls, 6 fours, 3 sixes)*
- Kusal Mendis – 34 (25 balls)
- Charith Asalanka – 21 (12 balls)
Thanks to Shanaka’s unbeaten 64, Sri Lanka reached a respectable total of 168/7 in 20 overs. Without his fireworks in the death overs, the total could have been far lower.
Bangladesh Bowling:
- Mustafizur Rahman – 3/20 (4 overs)
- Mahedi Hasan – 2/25 (4 overs)
- Taskin Ahmed – 1/32 (4 overs)
Mustafizur’s cutters and yorkers in the middle overs restricted Sri Lanka from posting a bigger total.
Bangladesh Innings – 169/6 (19.5 overs)
Chasing 169, Bangladesh had early nerves but their middle order stood firm. The chase was anchored by Saif Hassan and Towhid Hridoy, who built a solid partnership.
Top Performers (Bangladesh):
- Saif Hassan – 61 (45 balls, 2 fours, 4 sixes)
- Towhid Hridoy – 58 (37 balls, 4 fours, 2 sixes)
- Litton das – 23 (16 balls)
Sri Lanka Bowling:
- Wanindu Hasaranga – 2/22 (4 overs)
- Dasun Shanaka – 2/21 (3 overs)
Despite Hasaranga’s control, Bangladesh’s middle-order strength proved decisive.
Full Scorecard – SL vs BAN Asia Cup 2025
Sri Lanka (1st Innings): 168/7 in 20 overs
- Dasun Shanaka 64*
- Kusal Mendis 34
- Saif Hassan 61
- tawhid hridoy 58
Bowling (BAN): Mustafizur 3/20, Mahedi 2/25
Bangladesh (2nd Innings): 169/6 in 19.5 overs
- Saif Hassan 61
- Towhid Hridoy 58
Bowling (SL): Hasaranga 2/22, Shanaka 2/21
Result: Bangladesh won by 4 wickets
Key Highlights – SL vs BAN
- Shanaka’s Lone Battle: His unbeaten 64 kept Sri Lanka alive, but lack of support cost them.
- Mustafizur Magic: His 3 wickets ensured Bangladesh had a chaseable total.
- Saif-Hridoy Partnership: The match-winning stand turned the game Bangladesh’s way.
- Pressure Finish: Bangladesh held nerves in the final over to clinch the victory.
SL vs BAN Playing XI
Sri Lanka Playing XI:
Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis,Kusal Perera, Charith Asalanka(c), Kamil Mishra, Dasun Shanaka , Wanindu Hasaranga, Kamindu Mendis,Dunith Wellalage, Dushmantha Chameera,Nuwan Thushara
Bangladesh Playing XI:
Litton Das(c), Tanzid Hassan, Saif Hassan, Towhid Hridoy, , Shamimi hossain,Jaker Ali,Mehidy Hasan, Nasum Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam
SL vs BAN Stats & Records
- Top Scorer (Match): Saif Hassan (61, BAN)
- Best Bowler: Mustafizur Rahman (3/20, BAN)
- Player of the Match: Saif Hassan
- SL vs BAN Result: Bangladesh won by 4 wickets
What This Result Means
- Bangladesh: Opened their Super Four campaign with a win, strengthening their path to the final.
- Sri Lanka: Suffered their first defeat of the tournament; need better collective batting support.
📝 FAQs on SL vs BAN Match
1. Who won the SL vs BAN Asia Cup 2025 match?
Bangladesh defeated Sri Lanka by 4 wickets, chasing 169 in 19.5 overs.
2. Who was the Player of the Match in SL vs BAN?
Saif Hassan (Bangladesh) won Player of the Match for scoring 61 runs.
3. What was Sri Lanka’s score in the SL vs BAN match?
Sri Lanka scored 168/7 in 20 overs, with Dasun Shanaka making 64*.
4. What was Bangladesh’s final score against Sri Lanka?
Bangladesh chased the target successfully, scoring 169/6 in 19.5 overs.
5. Who were the top bowlers in SL vs BAN Asia Cup 2025?
- Bangladesh: Mustafizur Rahman (3/20)
- Sri Lanka: Wanindu Hasaranga (2/22)
Conclusion
The Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh Asia Cup 2025 match was a true T20 classic. Bangladesh’s chase highlighted their improving temperament in big games, while Sri Lanka will rue their missed opportunities. Fans were treated to explosive batting, smart bowling, and a thrilling finish — exactly what makes SL vs BAN matches special.
Stay tuned for SL vs BAN live score, highlights, stats, and Asia Cup 2025 updates as the tournament heads towards its business end.
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