Bangladesh and Sri Lanka will be playing the 5th match of the Asia Cup 2025 at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi, on September 13. Having just won their first match against Hong Kong by seven wickets, Bangladesh will approach this scenario with a lot of confidence, having chased a modest total of 144 in less than 17 overs.
The Litton Das-led side has been unbeaten so far, winning all of its series against Sri Lanka, Pakistan, and the Netherlands. Litton Das, Tanzid Hasan, and Towhid Hridoy have made pivotal contributions to these wins.
Sri Lanka will seek to put their recent form into the background after losing a series to Bangladesh in July. Just recently, however, they won in Harare against Zimbabwe by 2-1, displaying flashes of their upside. Yet inconsistency has been the major bane for the Charith Asalanka-led unit. Their spinners would be the key to this by way of Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana.
Opening the innings would not just be the task of Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis; they would have to shoulder a heavy responsibility. The game promises to be a cracker, with both teams fighting for a spot in the Super Four stage. Bangladesh will go for its 5th consecutive win; Sri Lanka would want to take it up a notch.
BAN vs SL Match Details
| Match | Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka, Match 5, Asia Cup 2025 |
| Venue | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| Date & Time | Saturday, September 13, 8:00 PM (IST) |
| Live Broadcast and Streaming | Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV (App & Website), & YuppTV (App & Website) |
BAN vs SL Head-to-Head
| Matches Played | 20 |
| Won By BAN | 08 |
| Won By SL | 12 |
Pitch Report
The 2025 Asia Cup has so far witnessed two games in beautiful Abu Dhabi at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium. Getting into the nitty-gritty, an average of 166 runs has been scored in the first innings. The surface is equitable in nature, offering a little bit for batsmen and a little for bowlers. Powerplay overs are going to be minimal for both teams. If there is any swing, it is for a couple of overs under lights only with the new ball.
Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka – Match Analysis
Bangladesh’s Strengths
Exceptional current form with an unbeaten streak across recent series against Sri Lanka, Pakistan, and the Netherlands demonstrates consistent performance capabilities. Recent seven-wicket victory over Hong Kong showcases clinical execution with the chase completed in under 17 overs, building crucial tournament momentum.
Bangladesh’s Weaknesses
Overconfidence from recent dominance over Sri Lanka might lead to complacency against motivated opposition seeking redemption. Pressure of maintaining an unbeaten streak could affect natural game flow, particularly if Sri Lanka’s experienced spinners create early breakthroughs.
Sri Lanka’s Strengths
Recent 2-1 series victory over Zimbabwe in Harare provides a confidence boost and tactical momentum entering the crucial Asia Cup encounter. Quality spin attack led by Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana offers wicket-taking potential in spin-friendly UAE conditions against Bangladesh’s batting lineup.
Sri Lanka’s Weaknesses
Recent series defeat to Bangladesh in July creates a psychological disadvantage and raises concerns about tactical execution against familiar opposition. Inconsistent performances under Charith Asalanka’s leadership highlight reliability issues when facing pressure situations in tournament cricket scenarios.
BAN vs SL Predicted Playing XIs
Bangladesh (BAN):
Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Parvez Hossain Emon, Litton Das (C & WK), Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Jaker Ali Anik, Rishad Hossain, Mahedi Hasan, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman.
Sri Lanka (SL):
Kusal Mendis (WK), Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara/Nuwan Thushara, Kusal Perera, Charith Asalanka (C), Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Matheesha Pathirana.
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