SL vs BAN: Sri Lanka’s overall display saw them victory over Bangladesh by 6 wickets in the first match of the Asia Cup 2025 in Abu Dhabi. Due to a record breaking innings for Shamim Hossain and Jaker Ali, Bangladesh’s top order collapse secured a simple win for Sri Lanka.
SL vs BAN – Sri Lanka Cruise to Victory
In the SL vs BAN match of the Asia Cup 2025, Bangladesh was held to a humble score of 139/5 due to some excellent early bowling by Sri Lanka. Pathum Nissanka’s 50 in a flash and a good 95-run stand with Kamil Mishara (46*) helped Sri Lanka register the win comfortably, reaching the target in only 14.4 overs, winning six wickets in the process.
Bangladesh’s PowerPlay Failures
Sri Lanka’s bowlers caused an early impact with two wicket-maidens in the initial overs. Nuwan Thushara and Dushmantha Chameera cut a swathe by dismissing Bangladesh’s openers before they could get on the boards.
The middle order of Bangladesh was in turmoil, and things were simply not going their way. Towhid Hridoy, a lucky man who was given a fortunate reprieve, was run out via a brilliant direct hit from Kamil Mishara. At the end of PowerPlay, Bangladesh was in a predicament at 30/3, having scored at just ahead of 5 runs an over.
PowerPlay Stats:
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Sri Lanka: 55/1 at 9.167 RPO
Bangladesh: 30/3 at 5 RPO
Bangladesh’s Recovery: Jaker Ali and Shamim Hossain Shine
Despite of the initial wickets, Bangladesh recovered due to a record sixth-wicket stand between Jaker Ali (41)* and *Shamim Hossain (42)**. The pair contributed 86 runs from 65 balls, creating a new record national sixth-wicket stand.
Their consistent stand took the total to a decent 139/5 at the end of 20 overs. The Sri Lankan bowlers did not dominate the death overs, as Matheesha Pathirana gave away 18 runs in one over, including a six off Shamim Hossain.
Middle Overs Stats:
Bangladesh: 63/2 at 7 RPO
Sri Lanka: 85/3 at 9.81 RPO
Sri Lanka’s Masterclass Chasing in the PowerPlay
Chasing a score of 140, Sri Lanka lost a wicket early when Kusal Mendis was caught for only six off Mustafizur Rahman. But Pathum Nissanka and Kamil Mishara grabbed the reins and played an amazing partnership.
Nissanka was dropped by Mahedi Hasan on 1, and then he made Bangladesh sweat by breaking boundaries, like a six off Shoriful Islam and three back-to-back fours. With Mishara, they guided Sri Lanka to 55/1 at the end of the PowerPlay, at a run rate of 9.167.
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Middle Overs: Nissanka Reigns, But A Sudden Collapse Keeps Bangladesh In Hopes
With the game going into the middle overs, Nissanka was in charge with his master strokeplay, reaching 50 in 31 balls. This not only achieved his individual milestone of 2000 ODI runs but also provided Sri Lanka with a good base.
Bangladesh then fought back in fleeting fashion through a three-wicket collapse when Nissanka and Kusal Perera were dismissed by Mahedi Hasan, and Dasun Shanaka was sent back cheaply. Yet, Sri Lanka’s initial buffer was sufficient.
Middle Overs Stats:
Sri Lanka: 85/3 at 9.81 RPO
Bangladesh: 54/5 at 6.75 RPO
Sri Lanka’s Comfortable Finish
Eventually, Sri Lanka’s chase proved too comfortable. Kamil Mishara maintained his good form and saw the chase through in just 14.4 overs. His unbeaten 95-run partnership with Nissanka saw them achieve a convincing win with 5.2 overs to spare.
Death Overs Stats:
Sri Lanka: 46/0 at 9.2 RPO
Bangladesh: 139/5 in 20 overs
Key Players of SL vs BAN Match
Pathum Nissanka (Sri Lanka) – 50 off 31 balls
Kamil Mishara (Sri Lanka) – 46* off 32 balls
Jaker Ali (Bangladesh) – 41* off 34 balls
Shamim Hossain (Bangladesh) – 42* off 34 balls
Wanindu Hasaranga (Sri Lanka) – 2/25
Mahedi Hasan (Bangladesh) – 2/29
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