Former Asia Cup T20I champion Sri Lanka is set to open its Asia Cup 2025 campaign against Bangladesh on Saturday at Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Stadium.
While Sri Lanka is yet to begin their campaign, Bangladesh already have a win under their belt, albeit a surprising one against Hong Kong. Though the victory was comfortable, it highlighted some bowling concerns, as pacer Taskin Ahmed and leg-spinner Rishad Hossain conceded runs despite taking wickets.
The upcoming group B fixture is expected to set the tone for the tournament, as whichever team loses here will ride a treacherous road to qualification.
Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka, Asia Cup 2025: Pitch report
The pitch at Sheikh Zayed Stadium is generally considered balanced, offering something for both batsmen and bowlers. In earlier matches at this venue in the 2025 Asia Cup, the pitch has shown its dry nature with cracks starting to open towards the second innings. The surface seems to favour slower bowlers, especially leg spinners, at crucial junctures of the game.
Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka, Asia Cup 2025: When and Where to watch the game
The Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup Group B match is set to begin at 8 PM IST today and will take place at Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Stadium. The game will be broadcast live on channels affiliated with Sony Sports Network. Fans in India can catch the livestream of the game on the SonyLiv app and website.
Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka, Asia Cup 2025: Check out the squads
Sri Lanka: Charith Asalanka (c), Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera, Nuwanidu Fernando, Kamindu Mendis, Kamil Mishara, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Chamika Karunaratne, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Binura Fernando, Nuwan Thushara, Matheesha Pathirana, Janith Liyanage.
Bangladesh: Litton Das (c), Tanzid Hasan, Parvez Hossain Emon, Saif Hassan, Tawhid Hridoy, Jaker Ali Anik, Shamim Hossain, Quazi Nurul Hasan Sohan, Shak Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Nasum Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Shaif Uddin