Bangladesh and Sri Lanka are set to face off in a thrilling T20I series in 2025, with both teams eyeing momentum ahead of upcoming ICC events. Najmul Hossain Shanto will captain the Bangladeshi side, continuing his role as a dependable top-order batter and leader. On the other hand, Charith Asalanka will lead Sri Lanka, bringing his aggressive batting style and growing leadership experience to the fore.
Bangladesh and Sri Lanka have faced each other 17 times in T20 Internationals. Out of these meetings, Sri Lanka has emerged victorious on 11 occasions, while Bangladesh has won 6 matches, with no ties or no-results. That means Sri Lanka holds a clear upper hand in this T20 rivalry, winning roughly two-thirds of their clashes, whereas Bangladesh has managed a respectable six wins in the shortest format.
Schedule
1st T20I – July 10, 2025
Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy
IST: 7:00 PM, PST: 6:30 PM, GMT: 1:30 PM
2nd T20I – July 13, 2025
Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla
IST: 7:00 PM, PST: 6:30 PM, GMT: 1:30 PM
3rd T20I – July 16, 2025
R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
IST: 7:00 PM, PST: 6:30 PM, GMT: 1:30 PM
Squads
Bangladesh
Litton Das (c & wk), Tanzid Hasan, Parvez Hossain Emon, Towhid Hridoy, Jaker Ali (wk), Shamim Hossain, Rishad Hossain, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Mohammad Naim, Shoriful Islam, Mohammad Saifuddin, Hasan Mahmud, Nahid Rana, Tanzim Hasan Sakib
Sri Lanka
Charith Asalanka (c), Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Dinesh Chandimal, Kusal Perera, Kamindu Mendis, Avishka Fernando, Dasun Shanaka, Dunith Wellalage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Jeffrey Vandersay, Chamika Karunaratne, Matheesha Pathirana, Nuwan Thushara, Binura Fernando, Eshan Malinga.
Conclusion
The series promises a competitive clash, with Bangladesh banking on their home advantage and spin attack. Sri Lanka, meanwhile, will rely on their explosive middle order and disciplined bowling unit. All matches are scheduled to take place at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka. If you want to watch Ban Vs Sri T20 Series, stay to smart cricket!
