Bangladesh will face Sri Lanka in Match 5 of Asia Cup 2025 on September 13 at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi. Sri Lanka, playing its first game, aims for a strong start.
Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka (Img: Internet)
Abu Dhabi: In the Asia Cup 2025 Bangladesh and Sri Lanka will face eachother today, on 13 September. The match will be played at iconic Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. The excitement around the tournament continues to build.
Bangladesh started their campaign in the Asia Cup with a 7-wicket win over Hong Kong. This great start of the team has boosted their confidence. The team's performance under the captaincy of captain Liton Das has been excellent. This victory has definitely boosted the team's morale. Now the team's goal is to maintain the same momentum in this important match against Sri Lanka.
At the same time, if Bangladesh wins against Sri Lanka, then the team will reach the Super 4. Which will be a big step in their journey in the tournament.
A battle written in fire š„
š§š© Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka š±š°
Watch the clash unfold tonight, 7 PM onwards, on Sony Sports Network TV Channels & Sony LIV. #SonySportsNetwork #DPWorldAsiaCup2025 #BANvSL pic.twitter.com/xNYdkFlLvE
ā Sony Sports Network (@SonySportsNetwk) September 13, 2025
This will be Sri Lankaās first match in the Asia Cup 2025. Led by Charith Asalanka, the Lankan team will be keen to start their campaign with a bang. Letās not forget, they were finalists in the last edition, and will want to go all the way this time.
Also Read This: ENG vs SA: England Hits 304 in T20I, South Africa Blown Away by 146 Runs
After this, Sri Lanka will play Hong Kong and Afghanistan in the group stage, so getting off to a good start is crucial to set the tone.
In the T20 format, 20 matches have been played between the two teams so far, out of which Sri Lanka has the upper hand with 12 wins. Bangladesh has won 8, but the team's recent performance has been quite impressive. In such a situation, this match is expected to be very exciting.
This match is more than just another group match, it's a direct battle for Super 4 qualification. Both sides will bring their A-game, and fans can expect a close, competitive match under the lights in Abu Dhabi.
Also Read This: Pakistan crushes Oman by 93 runs, a warning shot before the India clash?
Bangladesh: Parvez Hossain Emon, Tanjid Hasan Tamim, Liton Das (C & WK), Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Zaker Ali, Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman.
Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Perera, Charith Asalanka (C), Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Matheesha Pathirana, Dushmantha Chameera, Nuwan Thushara.
