Can Bangladesh Turn Tables Against Sri Lanka?

Samira Vishwas

Tezzbuzz|20-09-2025

SL vs BAN Probable Playing 11: Charith Asalanka-led Sri Lanka will square off against Litton Das-led Bangladesh in the 1st match of the Super Fours in the Asia Cup 2025 on September 20 at Dubai International Stadium, Dubai.

Sri Lanka and Bangladesh are set to face each other once against in the Asia Cup 2025 tournament. Sri Lanka secured a six wicket victory in the group stage games against Bangladesh and will be aiming to replicate the success in the upcoming clash.

Sri Lanka and Bangladesh has met on 21 occasions in the T20I format where Sri Lanka has 13 games while Bangladesh has won on 8 games.

SL vs BAN Weather Report

According to Accuweather Reports, the temperature will range between 30 and 43 degrees Celsius and players will feel hot.

The humidity will increase upto 71% and with less chances for rain, we can expecte a full 40 over game at Dubai.

SL vs BAN Pitch Report

The pitch at Dubai offers a decent advantage for both batters and bowlers. The spinners play a crucial role, particularly after the ball gets older. The fast bowlers get significant swing and are expected to dominate on the new ball.

However, batters will have upper hand beyond the initial overs for most of the game on this ground. The toss winning game should opt to bowl first considering the conditions at Dubai.

SL vs BAN Probable Playing 11

Sri Lanka

Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (WK), Kamil Mishara, Kusal Perera, Charith Asalanka (C), Dasun Shanaka, Kamindu Mandis, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Dushmanha Chameraa, Nuwan Thushara

Bangladesh

Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Litton Das (C & Wk), Saif Hassan, Towhid HRIDOY, Jaker Ali, Shamim Hossain, Nurul Hasan, Nasum Ahmed, Rishad Hossain, Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed