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SL vs BAN 1st ODI: Bangladesh eye dominance as action switches to ODIs
The much-anticipated first ODI of the three-match series between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh is set to be played on Wednesday at R. Premadasa Stadium. Recently, both sides were seen in a competitive two-match Test series where Sri Lanka clinched the series 1-0 after winning the second Test.
The first Test had resulted in a draw. This clash marks a pivotal moment for both sides as they aim to assert dominance once again. Sri Lanka, who come into this series buoyed by confidence, will be captained by Charith Asalanka.
While Bangladesh will be led by Mehidy Hasan Miraz. Both teams are packed with powerful stars, hoping to make early inroads into the series. Bangladesh will rely on players like Tanzid Hasan, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Litton Das (wk), Najmul Hossain Shanto, and Towhid Hridoy. On the other hand, Sri Lanka will expect Pathum Nissanka, Charith Asalanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis (wk), Sadeera Samarawickrama, and Kamindu Mendis to unleash firepower.
Head to head
Matches - 57
SL won - 43
BAN won - 12
NR - 2
Sri Lanka likely XI: Pathum Nissanka, Charith Asalanka (c), Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis (wk), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Janith Liyanage, Kamindu Mendis, Dunith Wellalage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Asitha Fernando.
Bangladesh likely XI: Tanzid Hasan, Mehidy Hasan Miraz (c), Litton Das (wk), Najmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Jaker Ali (wk), Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Nahid Rana, Mustafizur Rahman.
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