The Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka ODI series has reached an electrifying climax, with the third and final ODI set to be the series decider. In the second ODI, Bangladesh bounced back in style, defeating Sri Lanka by 16 runs. Towhid Hridoy was named Man of the Match for his crucial half-century that steadied the innings and set up a defendable total. As both teams head into the final clash, all eyes are on who will lift the trophy and finish the series on a high.
Live Streaming Info
Fans can watch Ban vs Sri on Sony Sports Network and JioCinema (India), Sky Sports Cricket (UK), Willow TV (US), Fox Sports (Australia), and Ten Sports (Pakistan). Match starts: 10:00 AM IST | 9:30 AM PST | 4:30 AM BST | 3:30 AM GMT.
Team Analysis
Sri Lanka have looked sharp in patches throughout the series. Their batting unit, anchored by the likes of Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis, has shown resilience and flair. When they get going, their top order can dominate the powerplay and lay down a solid foundation. The middle order, with Charith Asalanka and Dhananjaya de Silva, adds depth and balance, capable of shifting gears when needed. If Sri Lanka can build partnerships and rotate the strike better, they can post a big total or chase one down with composure.
Bowling-wise, Sri Lanka’s attack is versatile and dangerous. Dilshan Madushanka has led the pace attack with early breakthroughs, while Maheesh Theekshana’s clever variations have troubled the Bangladeshi batters. The spin duo of Theekshana and Dunith Wellalage gives Sri Lanka a strong middle-overs stranglehold. However, their death bowling remains an area to watch, as Bangladesh exploited this in the last match with aggressive lower-order hitting.
Bangladesh’s batting performance in the second ODI was a statement of intent. Towhid Hridoy’s calm and calculated fifty provided stability after early jitters. Najmul Hossain Shanto and Mushfiqur Rahim offer reliability, while Litton Das and Mahmudullah bring experience. Their key strength lies in their ability to rebuild after early wickets, but they must work on accelerating during the middle overs, something they’ve struggled with under pressure.
Their bowling attack delivered in the previous game, with Taskin Ahmed and Shoriful Islam using pace and bounce to great effect. Mehidy Hasan Miraz was economical, creating pressure, while Taijul Islam chipped in with crucial breakthroughs. The concern for Bangladesh is the lack of consistency in death overs, where bowlers tend to leak runs under pressure. If they manage their bowling changes smartly, they can control the game.
Match Insights and Conclusion
The third ODI will be held at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram, a venue known for its batting-friendly surface with low bounce and some help for spinners as the game progresses. Expect a high-scoring match, especially if the top orders settle early.
Key impact players to watch include Kusal Mendis and Dilshan Madushanka for Sri Lanka, and Taskin Ahmed and Towhid Hridoy for Bangladesh. These players could swing the match based on their performances in the powerplays and death overs. If you want to watch Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh live, scroll above and click on the link provided for live streaming options.
