By Himadullah Sohoo 
Match Overview Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka, Asia Cup 2025 – Match 5
The Asia Cup 2025 Group B clash sees Bangladesh take on Sri Lanka in Abu Dhabi on September 13, 2025. Bangladesh have started strong, winning their opening fixture, while Sri Lanka will be playing their first game of the tournament. With both teams packed with match-winners, this promises to be a key contest in determining the semi-final spots.
Recent Form (Last 5 Matches)
- Bangladesh: ❌ ✅ ✅ NR ✅ – strong recent run, unbeaten in last 4 completed games.
- Sri Lanka: ❌ ❌ ✅ ❌ ✅ – inconsistent form with 3 losses in last 5 outings.
Players to Watch
Bangladesh
- Litton Das (Batter): In peak form, 335 runs in last 10 matches, avg 41.88, SR 139.58 – reliable at the top.
- Tanzid Hasan (Batter): Upcoming star, 192 runs in 8 matches, avg 32 – important support act.
- Taskin Ahmed (Bowler): A strike weapon, 14 wickets in last 6 games, SR 9.64 – lethal with the new ball.
- Mustafizur Rahman (Bowler): Known for death overs, 8 wickets in 7 games at 4.38 econ – crucial against power hitters.
Sri Lanka
- Pathum Nissanka (Batter): Sri Lanka’s batting mainstay, 409 runs in 10 matches, avg 40.9, SR 138.6.
- Kusal Mendis (Batter): Explosive wicketkeeper-batter, 236 runs in 10 games, SR 126.88 – capable of match-winning knocks.
- Wanindu Hasaranga (All-rounder): Star spinner, 10 wickets in 4 matches, SR 9.6 – Bangladesh batters will need to counter his variations.
- Dushmantha Chameera (Bowler): Pace spearhead, 8 wickets in 3 matches, SR 9 – a powerplay threat.
Head-to-Head (Last 5 Matches)
- 16 Jul 2025: Bangladesh won by 8 wickets (21 balls left).
- 13 Jul 2025: Bangladesh won by 83 runs.
- 10 Jul 2025: Sri Lanka won by 7 wickets.
- 08 Jun 2024: Bangladesh won by 2 wickets.
- 09 Mar 2024: Sri Lanka won by 28 runs.
Bangladesh edge in recent history, with 3 wins out of the last 5 against Sri Lanka.
Match Prediction Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka, Asia Cup 2025 – Match 5
This is a battle between Bangladesh’s bowling firepower and Sri Lanka’s experienced batting. On current form, Bangladesh look sharper with Taskin and Mustafizur in rhythm, while Litton Das anchors their batting. Sri Lanka’s chances hinge on Nissanka and Hasaranga delivering big performances.
Prediction: Bangladesh start as slight favorites, but expect a close contest if Sri Lanka’s top order fires.
Zainab Shafiq