The 1st T20I of the ongoing Bangladesh tour of Sri Lanka 2025 will be played on July 10. This is the last part of the ongoing all-format series between the two sides. The Lankan Lions won the two-match Test series 1-0 as the first match ended in a draw while they won the second game by an innings and 78 runs.
Talking about the ODI series, the home side took a lead in the first ODI, only for the Tigers to make a comeback and level the series 1-1. In the series decided, the visitors reduced the former World Champions to 285/7. At one stage, the Blue brigade were looking strong at 224/3. In the last 10 overs, Sri Lanka managed 61 runs after losing four wickets.
The Tigers had a chance to win their maiden ODI series in the island nation, only for them to lose that match by 99 runs. Now, in the shortest format, the Green Brigade would like to end the series on a high.
Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh: Match Details
| Match | Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh, 1st T20I |
| Venue | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium |
| Timings | 7:00 PM IST |
| Date | July 10 |
Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh: Head to Head
| MATCHES PLAYED | Bangladesh WON | Sri Lanka WON | TIED | NO RESULT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 6 | 11 | 0 | 0 |
Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh: Probable & Confirmed Playing XI
| Bangladesh (Probable XI) | Sri Lanka (Probable XI) |
|---|---|
| 1. Tanzid Hasan | 1. Pathum Nissanka |
| 2. Parvez Hossain Emon | 2. Kusal Mendis (WK) |
| 3. Litton Das (C & WK) | 3. Kusal Perera |
| 4. Towhid Hridoy | 4. Avishka Fernando |
| 5. Shamim Hossain | 5. Charith Asalanka (C) |
| 6. Jaker Ali | 6. Dasun Shanaka |
| 7. Mehidy Hasan Miraz | 7. Dunith Wellalage / Chamika Karunaratne |
| 8. Tanzim Hasan | 8. Wanindu Hasaranga |
| 9. Rishad Hossain | 9. Maheesh Theekshana / Jeffrey Vandersay |
| 10. Taskin Ahmed | 10. Nuwan Thushara |
| 11. Mustafizur Rahman | 11. Matheesha Pathirana |
Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh: Pitch Report and Weather Condition
| Match Timings | Pitch Report | Weather | Chance of Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7:00 PM IST | Batting friendly | 62% Humid. Highest Temp – 29 Degrees | 15% |
Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh: Who will win the toss?
Both teams will look to bowl first because in the hours before the build up, heavy rain is predicted, which will keep the outfield a bit wet.
Scenario 1: Bangladesh wins the toss and bowl first
| Sri Lanka Total 1st innings | Bangladesh Total 1st innings |
| 170-180 | 140-150 |
Scenario 2: Sri Lanka win the toss and elect to bowl first
| Bangladesh Total 1st innings | Sri Lanka Total 1st Innings |
| 130-140 | 145 |
Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh: Match Prediction
We feel Sri Lanka will be able to win this game. Bangladesh has not been in great form in the shortest format. Also, the only advantage Sri Lanka has is that they are playing at home.
FAQs
Who will win the match?
Sri Lanka will win this match.
What will be the weather prediction?
The weather will be a bit warm with 15% chances of rain interruption.
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