Bangladesh282 for 7 (Shanto 90, Shakib 82, Madushanka 3-69, Mathews 2-35) beat Sri Lanka 279 (Asalanka 108, Nissanka 41, Tanzim 3-80, Shoriful 2-51, Shakib 2- 57) by three wickets
In an intense and thrilling match, Bangladesh emerged triumphant against Sri Lanka, clinching a three-wicket victory at Delhi. This crucial win propelled Bangladesh ahead of Sri Lanka on the points table, putting them in contention for the 2025 Champions Trophy alongside Netherlands, Sri Lanka, and England.
Sri Lanka’s batting woes were evident throughout their innings, culminating in several notable partnerships and steady contributions. However, these efforts were ultimately overshadowed by Bangladesh’s resilience and depth in batting, leading to their hard-fought victory.
Notably, Sri Lanka’s struggles with the bat were compounded by the early dismissal of Kusal Perera and Kusal Mendis’ lackluster performance. Despite promising stands and smart stroke-play from Asalanka and Samarawickrama, Sri Lanka’s inability to capitalize on partnerships and capitalize on opportunities cost them dearly.
Although Sri Lanka rallied late in the game with late-order partnerships, it was ultimately Bangladesh’s strong finish and composure that secured their well-deserved victory.
Shakib’s impactful contributions with both bat and ball, combined with Mathews’ unexpected dismissal and Sri Lanka’s shortcomings in the field, added an undeniable layer of intrigue and drama to an intense clash between these subcontinental rivals.
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