Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka Highlights, 5th Match, Group B – Asia Cup 2025 | Sri Lanka Won by 6 Wickets

End of Over 14: Sri Lanka 136/4

Over 14: 1 W 2 1 1 6

SL: 136/4 | CRR: 9.71 • RRR: 0.66 • Need 4 from 36b

Asalanka lights up the chase with a big six, though Shanaka falls!

Tanzim Hasan Sakib struck early in the over, removing Shanaka with a fine catch at deep fine leg. But Charith Asalanka’s arrival shifted the momentum back instantly — pulling for two, scampering a single under pressure, and then launching a massive six over deep midwicket to all but seal the game. Mishara continued to rotate strike, moving to 43, while Sri Lanka are now on the brink at 136/4 after 14 overs, needing just 4 more runs.

End of Over 13: Sri Lanka 125/3

Over 13: 2 4 W 1 1 0

SL: 125/3 | CRR: 9.61 • RRR: 2.14 • Need 15 from 42b

Mahedi Hasan strikes again! Kusal Perera trapped LBW on review.

Perera began the over with a reverse sweep for four, but Mahedi hit back immediately, getting him lbw after a successful review. Shanaka walked in up the order, collected a single, and Mishara kept the board ticking. The over closed with Shanaka punching back a dot. Sri Lanka, despite the wicket, are well on track at 125/3 after 13 overs, needing only 15 more runs.

End of Over 12: Sri Lanka 117/2

Over 12: 1 1w 4 1 0 1 0

SL: 117/2 | CRR: 9.75 • RRR: 2.87 • Need 23 from 48b

Sri Lanka keep cruising as Mishara finds the boundary!

Tanzim Hasan Sakib tried variations in the 12th over, but Kamil Mishara cut loose with a cracking four over backward point. Perera rotated strike with a couple of singles, while Sakib also slipped in a wide bouncer. Mishara, however, missed out on a slower one at the end. With only 23 needed from 48 balls, Sri Lanka remain firmly on top at 117/2 after 12 overs.

End of Over 11: Sri Lanka 109/2

Over 11: 1 0 W 0 0 1

SL: 109/2 | CRR: 9.90 • RRR: 3.44 • Need 31 from 54b

Nissanka departs after a fine fifty as Mahedi strikes with a crucial breakthrough.

Mahedi Hasan turned the game slightly back in Bangladesh’s favor with the prized scalp of Pathum Nissanka. After reaching his half-century, Nissanka looked to take him on but was undone by a stunning catch from Shoriful Islam at deep square leg. Mishara and new batter Kusal Perera could only manage singles around the wicket thereafter, with dot balls keeping the pressure on. Sri Lanka are 109/2 after 11 overs, still cruising with just 31 needed from 54, but Bangladesh have finally found an opening.

End of Over 10: Sri Lanka 107/1

Over 10: 4 2 5w 1 1 2 0

SL: 107/1 | CRR: 10.70 • RRR: 3.30 • Need 33 from 60b

Nissanka reaches his half-century and 2000 T20I runs as Mustafizur concedes 15.

A landmark over for Sri Lanka as Pathum Nissanka brought up his fifty in style, also crossing 2000 T20I runs. He drove Mustafizur elegantly for four, guided another couple behind point, and kept finding the gaps. Bangladesh’s misery deepened with five wides sailing over everyone, bringing up the Sri Lankan hundred. Mishara chipped in with a single, while Nissanka closed the over on 50* (32b). With Sri Lanka flying at 107/1 after 10 overs, just 33 more are needed from 60 balls — the chase firmly under control.

End of Over 9: Sri Lanka 92/1

Over 9: 1 4 1 1 1 0

SL: 92/1 | CRR: 10.22 • RRR: 4.36 • Need 48 from 66b

Nissanka pulls Mahedi for a boundary as Sri Lanka continue to dominate the chase.

Mahedi Hasan returned for another over but couldn’t slow things down much. Pathum Nissanka punished a short delivery with a crisp pull to the deep square leg boundary, while both batters kept the scoreboard ticking with singles. Mishara looked for a big drive off the final ball but only managed an inside edge onto the pads. With Nissanka (41*) and Mishara (33*) rotating strike effectively, Sri Lanka cruised to 92/1 after 9 overs, needing just 48 more from 66 balls.

End of Over 8: Sri Lanka 84/1

Over 8: 1 1 5w 1 1w 4 1 4

SL: 84/1 | CRR: 10.50 • RRR: 4.66 • Need 56 from 72b

Chaos for Bangladesh as Mahedi leaks 18 runs — wides, misfields and boundaries!

Mahedi Hasan’s second over turned costly for Bangladesh. It began with steady singles, but then came a horror five wides down the leg side that flew past Litton to the boundary. Soon after, another wide was sprayed outside off. Mishara capitalized with a crunching lofted four down the ground, while Nissanka finished the over with a boundary of his own. With both openers rotating strike smartly and punishing loose deliveries, Sri Lanka surged to 84/1 in 8 overs, tightening their grip on the chase with just 56 needed from 72 balls.

End of Over 7: Sri Lanka 66/1

Over 7: 2 4 0 4 0 1

SL: 66/1 | CRR: 9.42 • RRR: 5.69 • Need 74 from 78b

Nissanka takes on Mustafizur with two boundaries, bringing up the 50 partnership.

Mustafizur returned for his second spell but was greeted by Pathum Nissanka’s authority. The opener steered a yorker for two, then followed it up with a classy drive past mid-off and a fierce pull past midwicket to collect boundaries. Though a couple of dot balls were mixed in, Nissanka capped the over with a single to retain strike. The stand between Nissanka (29*) and Mishara (25*) has now crossed fifty, powering Sri Lanka to 66/1 after 7 overs and keeping them comfortably ahead of the required rate.

End of Over 6: Sri Lanka 55/1

Over 6: 1 1 6 1 1 1

SL: 55/1 | CRR: 9.16 • RRR: 6.07 • Need 85 from 84b

Mishara lifts Mahedi for a massive six as Sri Lanka finish the powerplay strongly.

The last over of the powerplay was bowled by Mahedi Hasan, and Sri Lanka managed to collect 11 runs from it. Nissanka kept the strike rotating with singles, while Mishara stole the show with a commanding six over long-on, timing it beautifully off the back foot. Both batters rotated strike smartly and avoided dot balls, ensuring the momentum carried forward. Sri Lanka close the powerplay on 55/1 in 6 overs, with Mishara (25*) and Nissanka (18*) setting a strong platform.

End of Over 5: Sri Lanka 44/1

Over 5: 0 2w 2 0 6 4 4

SL: 44/1 | CRR: 8.80 • RRR: 6.40 • Need 96 from 90b

Mishara explodes with a six and back-to-back fours! Shoriful taken apart for 18 runs in the over.

Kamil Mishara was finally able to free his arms, smashing Shoriful Islam for a towering six over midwicket followed by two cracking boundaries square on the off side. Earlier in the over, Nissanka survived a wayward delivery down leg that went for two wides, while Mishara was given a reprieve as Mahedi dropped a tough chance at mid-on. The momentum has clearly shifted as Sri Lanka accelerate to 44/1 in 5 overs, with Mishara (17*) and Nissanka (15*) looking dangerous.

End of Over 4: Sri Lanka 26/1

Over 4: 4 0 4lb 1lb 0 0

SL: 26/1 | CRR: 6.50 • RRR: 7.12 • Need 114 from 96b

Nissanka collects a boundary, but extras add to the total as Sri Lanka move along steadily.

Tanzim Hasan Sakib’s first over went for 9 runs, though not all off the bat. Pathum Nissanka punched a crisp four through point to start things off, but then fortune favoured him as a wayward short ball deflected off his hips for four leg byes. Another leg bye was added before Sakib tightened up with a couple of dot balls to Kamil Mishara, who is still searching for timing. Sri Lanka reach 26/1 after 4 overs, with Nissanka looking confident on 15* while Mishara remains stuck on 1*.

End of Over 3: Sri Lanka 17/1

Over 3: 1 0 0 1w 0 1 1

SL: 17/1 | CRR: 5.66 • RRR: 7.23 • Need 123 from 102b

Tight over from Shoriful Islam keeps Sri Lanka in check.

Shoriful Islam kept it disciplined in his second over, giving away just 4 runs. Pathum Nissanka added a couple of singles to move along steadily, while Kamil Mishara struggled to find his timing, surviving a couple of mistimed strokes and picking up his first run through a thick edge. With the required rate creeping up, Sri Lanka finish 3 overs at 17/1, still rebuilding after the early loss of Mendis.

End of Over 2: Sri Lanka 13/1

Over 2: 0 1w 1 6 1 W 0

SL: 13/1 | CRR: 6.50 • RRR: 7.05 • Need 127 from 108b

Mustafizur Rahman strikes! Kusal Mendis edges behind as Bangladesh break through early.

The decision to bring Mustafizur into the attack paid off immediately. After conceding a six to Pathum Nissanka with a brutal pull over deep midwicket, the left-arm seamer hit back by removing Kusal Mendis for just 3, inducing the edge to Litton Das behind the stumps. Sri Lanka finish the second over at 13/1, with Nissanka looking in fine touch on 9*, while new batter Kamil Mishara is yet to get off the mark. Bangladesh have the early breakthrough they needed.

End of Over 1: Sri Lanka 4/0

Over 1: 0 1 1 0 1 1

SL: 4/0 | CRR: 4.00 • RRR: 7.15 • Need 136 from 114b

Tidy start from Shoriful Islam, just 4 runs off the opening over.

Shoriful Islam began with a disciplined first over, keeping the ball on a good length and swinging it both ways. Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis picked up singles but couldn’t find the boundary, with one moment of hesitation nearly causing a run-out. Sri Lanka move to 4/0 after 1 over, with both openers settling in cautiously against the new ball.

End of Over 20: Bangladesh 139/5

Over 20: 0 1 2 0 4 1

BAN: 139/5 | CRR: 6.95

Jaker Ali finishes strong with a boundary as Bangladesh close their innings on 139/5.

Dushmantha Chameera bowled the final over, conceding 8 runs. He kept things tight with accurate yorkers, but Jaker Ali managed to squeeze out a couple of runs and then carved a crucial four through extra cover to lift Bangladesh in the final moments. Shamim Hossain, who anchored the innings with composure, added a single. Bangladesh end their 20 overs at 139/5, with Jaker Ali unbeaten on 41* and Shamim Hossain steady on 42*. Chameera was outstanding overall with figures of 4-1-17-1, keeping Sri Lanka in control despite the late boundary.

End of Over 19: Bangladesh 131/5

Over 19: 6 2w 1w 2 1w 2 2 1 1

BAN: 131/5 | CRR: 6.89

Big over for Bangladesh! Shamim smashes the first six of the innings.

Matheesha Pathirana’s final over went for 18 runs, giving Bangladesh the momentum they badly needed. Shamim Hossain launched the very first ball for a towering six over deep midwicket — the first maximum of the innings. Pathirana struggled with his lines, conceding multiple wides including two down leg that also leaked extra runs. Jaker Ali kept rotating the strike smartly with singles and doubles, while Shamim added steady runs to reach 41*. Bangladesh finish the 19th over at 131/5, setting up an interesting final over.

End of Over 18: Bangladesh 113/5

Over 18: 1w 1 1 2 1lb 0

BAN: 113/5 | CRR: 6.27

Disciplined bowling from Chameera keeps Bangladesh in check.

Chameera mixed up his yorkers and full deliveries brilliantly. He conceded just 7 runs in the 18th over, including a wide and a leg bye. Jaker Ali tried to find the gaps, managing a couple of singles and a well-timed two through square leg. Shamim Hossain added one more to his tally. With the asking rate climbing, Bangladesh will need a strong finish from this pair as they head into the final two overs at 113/5.

End of Over 17: Bangladesh 106/5

Over 17: 1 1 2b 1 1 0

BAN: 106/5 | CRR: 6.23

Thushara signs off with a disciplined spell, Bangladesh inch forward.

Nuwan Thushara completed his spell with figures of 4-1-17-1, keeping things extremely tight. His variations in pace and length restricted both Shamim Hossain and Jaker Ali to singles, while a fumble behind the stumps allowed two byes. Shamim missed out on a heave but survived, and Jaker continued rotating strike. Bangladesh move to 106/5 after 17 overs, but the required acceleration is yet to come.

End of Over 16: Bangladesh 100/5

Over 16: 1 1 1 1 2 1

BAN: 100/5 | CRR: 6.25

Bangladesh bring up the 100 as Hasaranga finishes his spell.

Wanindu Hasaranga bowled out his quota with another tidy over, conceding just seven runs. Shamim Hossain continued to anchor the innings with sweeps and clever placement, while Jaker Ali rotated strike effectively. A neat inside-out chip from Shamim brought a couple, helping Bangladesh reach the 100-run mark. With Hasaranga finishing at 4-0-25-2, Sri Lanka lose their main threat, while Bangladesh look to build momentum at 100/5 after 16 overs.

End of Over 15: Bangladesh 93/5

Over 15: 1 1 4 1 1 1

BAN: 93/5 | CRR: 6.20

Shamim keeps Bangladesh ticking with a confident boundary.

Matheesha Pathirana searched for yorkers but was picked off for singles as Shamim Hossain and Jaker Ali worked him around the field. The standout moment came when Shamim lofted a slower delivery over mid-off for a classy four, showing intent to accelerate. The partnership has steadied Bangladesh, with Shamim on 26 off 20 and Jaker on 19 off 18, guiding their side to 93/5 after 15 overs.

End of Over 14: Bangladesh 84/5

Over 14: 1 2 0 4 1 0

BAN: 84/5 | CRR: 6.00

Shamim’s slog sweep lifts the run rate past six an over.

Wanindu Hasaranga continued his spell but Shamim Hossain took him on with a clean slog sweep to deep backward square for four, followed by smart running to collect twos and singles. Jaker Ali remained steady at the other end, rotating strike and allowing Shamim to play more aggressively. With the partnership growing, Bangladesh’s run rate climbed above six for the first time in the innings, reaching 84/5 after 14 overs.

End of Over 13: Bangladesh 76/5

Over 13: 1 0 1 1 4 2

BAN: 76/5 | CRR: 5.84

Shamim Hossain finds a much-needed boundary to lift Bangladesh.

Matheesha Pathirana returned to the attack and was greeted with positive intent. Jaker Ali rotated strike early in the over before Shamim Hossain broke free, pulling a quick short delivery in front of square for an important four. He followed it up with smart running between the wickets to keep the scoreboard moving. At the end of 13 overs, Shamim moved to 12 off 12 and Jaker Ali remained steady on 16 off 14, guiding Bangladesh to 76/5 with hopes of rebuilding.

End of Over 12: Bangladesh 67/5

Over 12: 1 2 1lb 1 1 1

BAN: 67/5 | CRR: 5.58

Bangladesh rotate strike as Asalanka joins the attack.

Charith Asalanka came on to bowl and Bangladesh looked to pick him off for singles. Shamim Hossain managed an inventive inside-out chip over extra cover for two, while Jaker Ali kept the board ticking with steady rotation. Wanindu Hasaranga also kept it tight with his variations, conceding just a couple of runs. With Jaker on 14 off 12 and Shamim on 5 off 8, Bangladesh reached 67/5 at the end of 12 overs, still searching for momentum.

End of Over 11: Bangladesh 60/5

Over 11: 0 0 1 4 1 0

BAN: 60/5 | CRR: 5.45

Jaker Ali edges a lucky four as Bangladesh rebuild slowly.

Dasun Shanaka continued from his end and kept things tight with good variations. Shamim Hossain struggled for timing, surviving a close call against a full delivery on the pads. Jaker Ali, however, picked up a streaky boundary with a top edge over the keeper to relieve some pressure. With the partnership on 9 runs so far, Bangladesh remain five down and cautious at 60/5 after 11 overs.

End of Over 10: Bangladesh 54/5

Over 10: 1lb 1 0 1 W 1

BAN: 54/5 | CRR: 5.40

Hasaranga strikes again! Litton falls after a review, Bangladesh in deep trouble.

Wanindu Hasaranga’s googly magic continued as he removed Litton Das for 28 with a sharp review that showed a faint glove on a missed reverse sweep. Earlier in the over, drama unfolded when the ball hit the stumps and lit up the zing bails, but they didn’t fall! Jaker Ali and Shamim Hossain are now at the crease with Bangladesh slipping to 54/5. Drinks have been called, and Sri Lanka firmly hold the upper hand.

End of Over 9: Bangladesh 50/4

Over 9: 1 2 1 0 2 1

BAN: 50/4 | CRR: 5.55

Bangladesh under pressure as Shanaka keeps it tight.

Dasun Shanaka returned and bowled with control, mixing up his pace cleverly. Litton Das and Jaker Ali managed to rotate the strike with singles and twos, but the boundaries stayed away. Both batters looked busy, with Litton holding the innings together on 27 off 24 balls. Bangladesh, though, have lost four wickets inside the first nine overs and need stability from this partnership.

End of Over 8: Bangladesh 43/4

Over 8: 2 W 1 0 0 4

BAN: 43/4 | CRR: 5.37

Hasaranga makes an immediate impact, removing Mahedi Hasan with a googly!

Wanindu Hasaranga struck in his very first over, trapping Mahedi Hasan lbw with a sharp googly. Jaker Ali joined Litton Das, who managed to fight back with a fine boundary after surviving a close lbw call on review. Hasaranga’s variations already look dangerous, and Bangladesh find themselves in deeper trouble at 43/4 after 8 overs, with Litton on 24 and Jaker just getting started.

End of Over 7: Bangladesh 36/3

Over 7: 1 1 1 1w 1 0 1

BAN: 36/3 | CRR: 5.14

Pathirana keeps things tidy despite a wide, as Bangladesh look to rebuild.

Matheesha Pathirana came into the attack and mixed his lengths well. Mahedi Hasan and Litton Das rotated the strike with singles, though a direct-hit attempt almost created drama before a deflection allowed them an extra run. Pathirana conceded just six in his first over, including a wide. Bangladesh are 36/3 after 7 overs, with Das on 20 and Mahedi on 7, still trying to steady the innings.

End of Over 6: Bangladesh 30/3

Over 6: 2 0 4 4 0 4

BAN: 30/3 | CRR: 5.00

Litton Das fights back with a flurry of boundaries to lift Bangladesh at the end of the powerplay.

After being under immense pressure, Litton Das finally counterattacked in the last over of the powerplay. Facing Dasun Shanaka, he cracked three boundaries — a chip over mid-on, a square cut past cover, and a deft late glide down to third man — showing his range and intent. He finished the powerplay on 18 off 15 balls, while Mahedi Hasan held steady at the other end. Bangladesh close the powerplay on 30/3, recovering slightly after early blows but still with plenty of work ahead.

End of Over 5: Bangladesh 16/3

Over 5: 0 2 2W 1 4 0

BAN: 16/3 | CRR: 3.20

Run out chaos! Towhid Hridoy departs after a sharp throw from Kamil Mishara.

Drama in the fifth over! Towhid Hridoy survived a dropped catch at mid-off but was run out just one ball later, attempting a risky second run. Litton Das added a single while Mahedi Hasan opened his account with a boundary, but Bangladesh’s troubles deepened with the score slipping to 16/3. Thushara, who had already picked up a wicket earlier, finished the over with figures of 3-1-13-1. Sri Lanka’s pacers continue to dominate the powerplay.

End of Over 4: Bangladesh 7/2

Over 4: 3 0 0 0 0 0

BAN: 7/2 | CRR: 1.75

Chameera keeps Litton Das quiet with a fiery over.

Dushmantha Chameera continued his excellent spell, giving away just three runs in the over. Towhid Hridoy managed to work one through midwicket for three, but Litton Das struggled throughout — repeatedly beaten by seam movement and extra pace, with little footwork on display. After four overs, Bangladesh are crawling at 7/2, with Litton yet to find fluency and Sri Lanka firmly on top.

End of Over 3: Bangladesh 4/2

Over 3: 0 1 0 0 1 2

BAN: 4/2 | CRR: 1.33

Finally, Bangladesh open their account after 15 dot balls!

After two consecutive wicket maidens, Nuwan Thushara was back for his second over. Litton Das broke the shackles with a flick to deep square leg, bringing up the first runs of the innings. Towhid Hridoy also managed to steer one behind point, before Litton added a couple more with a neat tuck off the thighs. Bangladesh finish the third over at 4/2, with Das on 3 and Hridoy on 1. Still early days, but Sri Lanka’s bowlers have already put them under huge pressure.

End of Over 2: Bangladesh 0/2

Over 2: 0 0 0 W 0 0

BAN: 0/2 | CRR: 0.00

Dushmantha Chameera joins the party! Bangladesh lose both openers inside 2 overs.

Back-to-back wicket maidens for Sri Lanka! Chameera struck in his very first over, removing Parvez Hossain Emon with a delivery that just nipped away and found the edge. Earlier, Thushara had cleaned up Tanzid Hasan, and now both openers are gone without scoring. After 12 balls, Bangladesh remain on 0, with Litton Das and Towhid Hridoy at the crease. A dream start for Sri Lanka — two overs, two wickets, and not a single run conceded!

End of Over 1: Bangladesh 0/1

Over 1: 0 0 0 0 0 W

BAN: 0/1 | CRR: 0.00

Nuwan Thushara strikes in the very first over! Off stump cartwheeling!

A dream start for Sri Lanka as Thushara delivered a wicket maiden. Tanzid Hasan tried everything — driving, shuffling down, and even using his feet — but couldn’t get off the mark. The final delivery was a perfect inswinger that shattered the off stump, leaving Bangladesh reeling at 0/1. Parvez Hossain Emon is yet to face a ball, while Thushara finishes with figures of 1-1-0-1 after a fiery first over.

Match Status

Match is about to begin.

Live scores and ball-by-ball updates to follow as the 2nd match of Group B in the Asia Cup 2025 kicks off shortly at Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi. Bangladesh are batting first after Sri Lanka won the toss.

Toss Update

Sri Lanka win the toss and elect to bowl first at Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium.

Charith Asalanka, Sri Lanka’s captain, won the toss against Bangladesh’s Litton Das and chose to bowl first, citing the fresh pitch conditions. Asalanka noted a 7-4 combination with three allrounders, confirming Wanindu Hasaranga’s return to the side. Litton Das expressed confidence in batting first, believing the surface looks good for batting.

Team Line-ups

Bangladesh and Sri Lanka announce their Playing XIs for the 2nd match of Group B.

Pitch Report

Fresh pitch at Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium favors chasing.

The pitch is fresh with stats suggesting chasing is advantageous. Back-of-a-length deliveries may trouble batters trying to hit through the line. Playing shots with the wind is recommended, and the surface might quicken up under lights. Spinners could play a role later, but pacers may dominate early due to dry conditions and visible cracks.