The Asia Cup 2025 continues with a high-stakes Group B match as Bangladesh faces off against Sri Lanka at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium on September 13, 2025. The match starts at 6:30 PM local time (8:00 PM IST).
Sri Lanka has won the toss and has opted to field first.
Bangladesh Playing XI: Parvez Hossain Emon, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Litton Das, Towhid Hridoy, Jaker Ali, Shamim Hossain, Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Shoriful Islam, and Mustafizur Rahman.
With both teams vying for a spot in the Super Four, this match could prove decisive.
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Bangladesh enters the contest with momentum after a convincing win over Hong Kong, led by a composed batting display and disciplined bowling. Sri Lanka, meanwhile, begins their campaign today, bringing a mix of experience and explosive talent to the field.
The match is expected to be a tactical battle, with both teams relying on spin-heavy middle overs and aggressive powerplay strategies.
Pitch Report – Sheikh Zayed Stadium
The surface in Abu Dhabi has offered a balanced contest between bat and ball. Early overs may favor pacers with swing, but the pitch tends to slow down, giving spinners an edge in the middle stages.
The average first innings score ranges between 137 and 166, and chasing has been slightly easier under lights.
“Powerplay overs will be crucial. Expect spin to dominate the middle,” analysts noted ahead of the match.
Head-to-Head Record
T20Is Played: 20
Sri Lanka Wins: 12
Bangladesh Wins: 8
While Sri Lanka holds the historical edge, Bangladesh has won 3 of the last 5 encounters, including a recent series win in July 2025.
TV Channels & Live Streaming
Bangladesh
TV Channel: T-Sports & Nagorik TV
Streaming: Toffee App – https://toffeelive.com
Sri Lanka
TV Channel: Sirasa TV – https://sirasatv.lk
Streaming: SLRC (Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation) – https://www.slrc.lk
South Asia & International
TV Channel: Sony Sports Network – https://www.sonyliv.com
Streaming: SonyLIV App & Website – https://www.sonyliv.com
A battle written in fire 🔥
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What’s at Stake?
With Afghanistan leading Group B on net run rate, both Bangladesh and Sri Lanka need a win to stay in contention for the Super Four. A loss here could make qualification mathematically difficult.
The high-voltage match between India and Pakistan will be played Sunday, September 14, 2025.
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