Strong Start for Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka began their Asia Cup 2025 journey in Abu Dhabi with a commanding win. Sri Lanka beat Bangladesh by six wickets while chasing down a 139-run target in just 14.4 overs.
The win puts Sri Lanka in a strong position in Group B and shows they’re ready to compete strongly throughout the tournament.
Bangladesh Collapse Proves Costly
Bangladesh’s innings struggled to get going after early wickets left them under pressure. They managed only 139/5, a score that never looked enough to trouble a confident Sri Lankan line-up.
This collapse left their bowlers with too little to defend against a confident Sri Lankan batting line-up.
Nissanka Reaches Milestone
One of the biggest highlights of the day came from Pathum Nissanka. The opener crossed 2,000 T20I runs, reaching the milestone in just 68 innings — the fastest by any Sri Lankan.
His fluent stroke play set the tone for the chase, and his achievement was a proud moment for Sri Lankan cricket.
Mishara Steers the Chase
While Nissanka provided the spark, Kamil Mishara brought calmness. His unbeaten knock held the innings together and ensured Sri Lanka crossed the line without panic. It was the kind of composed performance every team values in a chase.
Looking Ahead
Sri Lanka’s victory not only boosts their confidence but also highlights the balance in their squad. With both experienced names and young talent stepping up, they look well-prepared for the tougher challenges ahead.
For Bangladesh, it’s a wake-up call. To stay alive in the tournament, they’ll need their batting unit to step up quickly and support their bowlers better.
Group B Points Table
| Team | M | W | L | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afghanistan | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | +4.700 |
| Sri Lanka | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | +2.595 |
| Bangladesh | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -0.650 |
| Hong Kong | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | -2.889 |
