Bangladesh beat Sri Lanka by 4 wickets in the Asia Cup 2025 Super 4 Match 1
Towhid Hridoy anchored Bangladesh’s chase, scoring a rapid fifty under pressure
The Match 2 of Asia Cup 2025 Super Four will see India and Pakistan go against each other
Sri Lanka took on Bangladesh in the opening Super Four match of the Asia Cup 2025 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai, UAE, on Saturday, September 20. Bangladesh won the toss and asked Sri Lanka to put runs on the scoreboard. The pitch looked slow and helpful to spinners, making every run crucial in the 20-over contest.
Sri Lanka got off to a shaky start, losing early wickets, but Dasun Shanaka rose to the occasion. His explosive 30-ball half-century, steadied the innings and propelled Sri Lanka to a defendable 168/7. Shanaka’s power-hitting kept the momentum with his team, giving them a platform to challenge Bangladesh.
Chasing 169, Bangladesh were anchored by Towhid Hridoy, who played a composed yet aggressive innings. He scored a rapid fifty while keeping the scoreboard ticking and punishing loose deliveries. Despite the pressure of a high-stakes chase and Sri Lanka’s tight bowling, Hridoy’s calm approach ensured Bangladesh remained within striking distance, setting up a thrilling finish.
The match boiled down to the final overs. Hridoy’s dismissal LBW brought Shamim Hossain to the crease, and the equation was tense. Sri Lanka’s fielders tried for a direct-hit, but Bangladesh held their nerve, completing a last-ball win.
Sri Lanka Vs Bangladesh, Asia Cup 2025 Super Four, Match 1: Toss Update
Bangladesh won the toss and elected to bowl first.
Sri Lanka Vs Bangladesh, Asia Cup 2025 Super Four, Match 1: Playing XIs
Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis(w), Kamil Mishara, Kusal Perera, Charith Asalanka(c), Dasun Shanaka, Kamindu Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Dushmantha Chameera, Nuwan Thushara
Bangladesh: Saif Hassan, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Litton Das(w/c), Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Jaker Ali, Mahedi Hasan, Nasum Ahmed, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Mustafizur Rahman
Sri Lanka Vs Bangladesh, Asia Cup 2025 Super Four, Match 1: Live Score
Now we move to the mother of all rivalries tomorrow - India vs Pakistan, once again. The contest will take place at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday, September 21.
