With the Test series behind them, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh now turn their focus to white-ball cricket as they prepare to face off in a three-match ODI series starting July 2 at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. Having edged the Test series 1-0, the hosts will be eager to carry that momentum into the limited-overs leg, while Bangladesh will be aiming to reset and make a fresh statement in the shorter format.
Colombo’s R. Premadasa Stadium typically offers a slow surface with some turn, which could bring spinners into play early in the series. The focus will be on how Bangladesh’s batters handle Sri Lanka’s spin duo of Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana. On the other hand, Sri Lanka will need to be wary of the pace threat from Taskin Ahmed and Mustafizur Rahman, especially under lights.
Players to watch out for:
- Wanindu Hasaranga (SL): A proven match-winner in limited-overs cricket who thrives on turning tracks.
- Litton Das (BAN): His return adds experience and flair, making him vital to Bangladesh’s batting fortunes.
- Charith Asalanka (SL): The captain’s form with the bat will be key in anchoring the middle overs.
- Mehidy Hasan Miraz (BAN): Leading the team and contributing with both bat and ball, Mehidy will be central to Bangladesh’s hopes.
SL vs BAN: Head-to-Head Record in ODIs
Matches played: 57 | Sri Lanka won: 43 | Bangladesh won: 12| No result: 2
Probable XI of both teams:
Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis (wk), Charith Asalanka (c), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Kamindu Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Dilshan Madushanka, Asitha Fernando
Bangladesh: Litton Das (wk), Tanzid Hasan, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, Mehidy Hasan Miraz (c), Shamim Hossain, Jaker Ali, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Hasan Mahmud, Tanvir Islam
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ODI Stats and Records at R.Premadasa Stadium:
- Total matches: 176
- Matches won batting first: 96
- Matches won bowling first: 68
- Average 1st Inns scores: 233
- Average 2nd Inns scores: 191
- Highest total recorded: 375/5 (50 Ov) by India vs Sri Lanka
- Lowest total recorded: 50/10 (15.2 Ov) by Sri Lanka vs India
- Highest score chased: 292/4 (48.3 Ov) by Sri Lanka vs Australia
- Lowest score defended: 170/10 (49.2 Ov) by West Indies Women vs Sri Lanka Women
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