
Sri Lanka and Bangladesh share one of cricket’s fiercest rivalries, often producing thrilling encounters filled with memorable moments and passionate performances.
Nissanka smashes a short-pitched delivery to midwicket for a maximum! He then cuts away subtly for 4 between two fielders to take his score up to 49 off 38 balls.
Saif Hassan
Saif Hassan is an exceptional opening batsman who has seen limited Test opportunities since making his debut in 2020. While his style may have initially been associated with long-form play, his attacking skills have seen him adapt well to shorter formats like Twenty20.
Saif’s 38-ball 64 provided Bangladesh with the foundation they needed to chase down an modest target against Afghanistan in Sharjah. His two sixes off debutant Bashir Ahmadzai – including an extraordinary 95 meter slog sweep – proved pivotal to their victory.
Tanzid Hasan Tamim’s first-ball duck is a devastating setback for Bangladesh. Nuwan Thushara bowled an easy delivery which Tanzid attempted to hit over long-on, only for him to miscue and fail again. While he was unlucky enough to be dropped during their previous match, this poor start may prove costly for their visitors.
Towhid Hridoy
Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis gave Bangladesh a strong start, but due to disciplined bowling performance they lost steam before Tanzid Hasan scored his fifty before Towhid Hridoy made an unexpected late surge for them to seal an easy win against Sri Lanka in Super 4 form – all this just days after Dunith Wellalage lost his father in Colombo.
Towhid stroked a short delivery straight down the ground for four, and took a risk by smashing another short delivery over midwicket for another boundary – on his way to scoring an impressive fifty!
Charith Asalanka attempts to hit back against Mustafizur but gets only a top edge, while Litton Das at deep extra cover attempts to take two handshold, only for it to slip past his grasp – leading to an important wicket for the hosts.
Nuwan Thushara
Thushara has often been likened to Lasith Malinga for his powerful bowling action and looks set to become a key member of Sri Lanka’s fast bowling arsenal. Already making waves at Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) during this year’s IPL, Thushara hopes to keep his form going today against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Kusal Mendis plays an instrumental role for Sri Lanka as they initiate their run chase. A fuller delivery catches Kusal’s edge, who attempts a slog sweep but misses and walks back for 34 runs.
Nuwan Thushara quickly dismissed Tanzid Hasan Tamim with a slower ball that went straight through to the stumps – another dire start for Bangladesh, who need to hit the ground running if any hope of recovery lies ahead.
Wanindu Hasaranga
Wanindu Hasaranga is one of the premier leg spinners in cricket today, and is considered an able successor to Muttiah Muralitharan. He has made an impactful mark in limited-overs cricket due to his athletic physique which helps him bowl and bat effortlessly while being an outstanding fielder with an eye for the ball.
Hasaranga originally joined Sri Lanka’s under-19 squad before making his ODI debut in 2017. On that debut match he recorded an immediate hat-trick – becoming the first leg-spinner ever to do so on international debut! Since then he has shown impressive consistency, including impactful performances at both 2016 U19 World Cup and domestic cricket competitions.
Bangladesh and Sri Lanka cricketers have an intense rivalry that’s known for high-intensity matches and unforgettable moments, making their contest one of the most entertaining bilateral competitions. Both sides boast exciting players that add excitement to every match.
Taskin Ahmed
Sri Lanka National Cricket Team is the national cricket team of Sri Lanka and an associate member of the International Cricket Council with Test, One-Day International (ODI), and Twenty20 International (T20I) status. Their home games take place at R. Premadasa Stadium and they are led by Charith Asalanka.
Bangladesh and Sri Lanka’s cricketing rivalry has quickly become one of the sport’s fiercest rivalries, generating drama and big moments on a consistent basis. Their latest match was no exception as both teams showed their determination as they battled hard for entry to Super Four.
Sri Lanka began their match strongly, yet their middle order struggled to gain any traction. Dasun Shanaka and Kusal Perera attempted bold shots that fell short, yet Kamil Mishara’s unbeaten half-century led them comfortably to six wicket victory.
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