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Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka, Asia Cup 2023: Matheesha Pathirana Sets Up Big Win For Sri Lanka

admin — Thu, 31 Aug 2023 16:43:50 +0000

Sadeera Samarawickrama and Charith Asalanka made resolute fifties after Matheesha Pathirana’s hostile bowling as Sri Lanka slayed Bangladesh by five wickets in their Asia Cup opener in Pallekele on Thursday. Pacer Pathirana’s 4 for 32 restricted Bangladesh to 164. The home side then rode on Samarawickrama’s 54 off 77 balls and Asalanka’s unbeaten 62 off 92 balls to overhaul the target in 39 overs. Samarawickrama is going through a career rejuvenation this year after fading from the scene.

He earned a recall to the Lanka Test side after five years against Ireland this July, and he also made a return to their ODI unit after a gap of four years during the home series against Afghanistan in June.

Samarawickrama made his Test return count with a hundred in the second match against Ireland. On Thursday, his fifty was the cornerstone of Lanka’s crucial win over Bangladesh.

But Lanka had to overcome a few uncomfortable moments before that.

Bangladesh bowlers had reduced Sri Lanka to 43 for three in 9.2 overs, dragging their side back into the match after their batsmen’s shoddy effort.

In Lankan cricketing circles, Samarawickrama has always been known as a stylish batsman.

Even on a slowing down pitch, the right-hander produced some sparkling shots using a wafer-thin bat and supple wrists.

His ability to find gaps around the field was visible when he drove pacer Shoriful Islam through covers with disdain for four, and later flicked left-arm spinner Shakib Al Hasan through mid-wicket for a boundary.

Samarawickrama had an equally composed partner in Asalanka as they produced 78 crucial runs for the fourth wicket.

The left-handed Asalanka, who has been in fine fettle this year in ODIs, was never hesitant to take the odd risks for a boundary, and it helped Samarawickrama to bat assuredly at the other end.

But off-spinner Mahedi Hasan snapped the partnership.

Hasan had Samarawickrama stumped by Mushfiqur Rahim with a tossed-up delivery that beat the batter.

Bangladesh did get a couple of quick wickets, but they just did not have enough runs on the board to defend.

For that, Sri Lanka should thank their bowlers who worked around a resilient fifty by Najmul Shanto, who made 89 off 122 balls with seven fours.

However, other batsmen did not pick up any hint from Shanto as Pathirana and spinner Maheesh Theekshana (2/19) combined to strike at regular intervals after Bangladesh opted to bat first.

The Pallekele International Cricket Stadium pitch had a bit of carry and bounce in it, and Lanka skipper Dasun Shanaka brought Theekshana into attack in the second over itself.

Theekshana, the highest wicket-taker for Sri Lanka in ODIs this year, fetched an immediate breakthrough as he trapped Tanzid Hasan plumb in front with a lovely delivery.

The ball pitched around the leg-stump and spun across to hit Hasan’s back pad and the Bangladesh opener had to walk back with a duck on his debut.

Pathirana soon jettisoned skipper Shakib Al Hasan. The left-hander could not negotiate the extra pace of Pathirana, and the ball nestled in the hands of stumper Kusal Mendis.

Bangladesh were 36 for three at this stage and they needed a couple of partnerships to steady things in the middle.

The fourth wicket alliance between Shanto and Towhid Hridoy (20) saw Bangladesh adding 59 runs in nearly 14 overs.

Shanto guided his young partner well as Bangladesh showed signs of recovery.

However, Lanka captain Shanaka ended the blooming alliance while winning a leg-before appeal against Hridoy.

Pathirana returned to end the stay of veteran Mushfiqur Rahim, whose attempted upper cut was snaffled by Chamika Karunaratne near third man.

With the cream of their batting returned to the pavilion, Shanto was Bangladesh’s remaining hope to reach a competitive total.

The left-hander, who is one of Bangladesh’s better ODI batsmen this year, batted with caution without sacrificing chances to find boundaries.

His on-drive off pacer Kasun Rajitha was a fine piece of timing and cover.

However, Theekshana ended Shanto’s tenure at the crease.

Both Sri Lanka and Bangladesh will now travel to Pakistan to face Afghanistan in their respective group matches.

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Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka Live Score, Asia Cup 2023: Mohammad Naim, Najmul Hossain Shanto Eye Recovery For Bangladesh After Early Blow

admin — Thu, 31 Aug 2023 08:13:21 +0000

BAN vs SL Live Updates Asia Cup 2023: Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan and SL skipper Dasun Shanaka© AFP

Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2023 LIVE Updates: Bangladesh are a wicket down after opting to bat against Sri Lanka. Maheesh Theekshana made early inroads for Sri Lanka as he dismissed Tanzid Hasan (0) in the second over. And Pakistan’s one-sided win over Bangladesh in the first match of the continental extravaganza, this hame promises to be a much closer fight. The possibility of rain during the game makes it even more tricky affair. Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka mentioned the point during the toss. Both teams are without some of their top players, who are either out due to injuries or sickness. (LIVE SCORECARD)

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August31202315:31 (IST)

Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka Live: Good start for Sri Lanka!

Six runs came off Maheesh Theekshana’s third over. Najmul Hossain Shanto hit a four on the fourth ball before giving the strike to Mohammad Naim, who took a single off the last ball to make it a six-run over.

BAN 18/1 (6)

August31202315:26 (IST)

Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka Live Score: Dropped!

Floored! Shanto looks to break the shackles. Misjudged the pace, only for Shanaka to grass his effort.

BAN: 11/1 (4.1)

August31202315:21 (IST)

Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka Live: Over!

And Naim manages to sneak a boundary! Slower ball full on middle, and he taps it gently past the non-striker. That will release some pressure

BAN: 8/0 (2.5)

August31202315:17 (IST)

BAN vs SL Live Score: 0,W,0,0,0,0!

A wicket maiden from Theekshana! Excellent over from the CSK man. Bangladesh are rattled. Only negative Sri Lanka, they lose a review for that shocking DRS on the final ball.

August31202315:10 (IST)

Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka Live: Interesting!

Well, Theekshana is rolling his arms. Shanaka decides to try a spinner from the other end. SL are on the attack and Theekshana strikes with his second ball. What a delivery. Tanzid makes the smart choice by not taking the DRS. That looked plumb

Tanzid Hasan lbw b Theekshana 0 (2)

BAN: 4/1 (1.2)

August31202315:09 (IST)

BAN vs SL Live Score: Boundary!

Naim is up and running! Full ball outside off and he drives through covers. Gets the boundary

BAN: 4/0 (0.4)

August31202315:04 (IST)

Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka Live: About time!

Right, the national anthems are done! We are moments away from live action in Kandy. Kasun Rajitha has the new ball in his hands.

August31202314:47 (IST)

Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka Live: SL Playing XI!

Sri Lanka (Playing XI): Pathum Nissanka, Dimuth Karunaratne, Kusal Mendis(w), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Dasun Shanaka(c), Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Kasun Rajitha, Matheesha Pathirana

August31202314:45 (IST)

Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka Live: “Good toss to lose”

“We would have liked to bat first but it is a good toss to lose with rain around. The wicket should also assist us under lights. Even though we have four key players injured, the bases are well covered. Generally, I expect some turn here because there’s a bit of tear in these wickets. Very much excited. We have six batters, two all-rounders and three genuine bowlers. Matheesha Pathirana and Dunith Wellalage are playing,” SL captain Dasun Shanaka says.

August31202314:43 (IST)

Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka Live: Bangladesh playing XI

Mohammad Naim, Tanzid Hasan, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, Shakib Al Hasan(c), Mushfiqur Rahim(w), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Mahedi Hasan, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Mustafizur Rahman

August31202314:43 (IST)

Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka Live: Bangladesh bowling line-up!

“We will bat first. Looks to me a dry wicket, hopefully we can put the runs on the board. We know Sri Lanka are a very good team, we have to be at our best in batting, bowling and fielding. We have got three seamers and three spinners in our squad,” Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan said at the toss.

August31202314:37 (IST)

Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka Live: Toss time!

Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan has won the toss and has opted to bat against Sri Lanka!

August31202314:28 (IST)

Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka Live: Talk about India vs Pakistan!

Interest this year remains focused on the rivalry between India and Pakistan, with potential for Asian cricket’s two giants to face each other three times before the World Cup. Bangladesh skipper Shakib Al Hasan was unfazed by the India-Pakistan hype. “They are the favourites, so people will talk about them more,” Shakib said.

August31202314:26 (IST)

Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka Live: Shanaka speaks!

Leg-spinner Wanindu Hasaranga and fast-bowler Dushmantha Chameera will sit out the tournament after being named in the original 15-member squad but Shanaka said his team remained confident. “There is no pressure at all,” he said.

August31202314:21 (IST)

Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka Live: Who is Anamul?

Anamul, whose last ODI appearance for Bangladesh was in December against India, was due to join the Bangladesh squad later Wednesday ahead of their opening match against the co-hosts Sri Lanka in Kandy on Thursday.

The 30-year-old right-hander has played 44 one-day internationals and scored 1,254 runs, including three centuries.

August31202314:15 (IST)

Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka Live: Perfectly summed up!

Bangladesh and Sri Lanka are geared up for a thrilling clash!

With key players missing due to injuries, Sri Lanka faces an uphill battle, while Bangladesh’s infusion of young talent adds a new dimension to their game!#AsiaCup2023 pic.twitter.com/CUM4hJaFie

— AsianCricketCouncil (@ACCMedia1) August 31, 2023

August31202314:14 (IST)

Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka Live: Injury set back for Bangladesh

Bangladesh suffered an Asia Cup setback Wednesday as batsman Liton Das was ruled out of the tournament with viral fever. The Bangladesh Cricket Board said Liton had been unable to travel and named Anamul Haque as his replacement.

August31202314:03 (IST)

Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka Live: Welcome!

Hello and welcome to the live coverage of the second match of the Asia Cup 2023 between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka

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Sri Lanka, Bangladesh Look To Rise Above Injuries, Modest Form For Winning Start In Asia Cup

admin — Wed, 30 Aug 2023 06:05:37 +0000

Sri Lanka and Bangladesh will be eager to shake off modest ODI form and spate of injuries to key players as they seek to start their Asia Cup campaign on a winning note when they face each other on Thursday. Sri Lanka, who won the Asia Cup in 2022 in its T20 avatar, could not even announce their squad for this edition till Tuesday, courtesy niggles and COVID-19 infection to a couple of players.

The Lankans lost Wanindu Hasaranga, Dushmantha Chameera, Lahiru Kumara and Dilshan Madhushanka to various injuries, while Kusal Perera, who last played an ODI in 2021, is yet to make full recovery from COVID-19 infection.

But even before these setbacks, Sri Lanka’s run in the ODIs this year has been sub-par.

They started the year with a 0-3 drubbing at the hands of India, and then lost to New Zealand 0-2.

The Islanders managed to beat Afghanistan at home before mounting a good run in the ICC Qualifiers in Harare, but the inability to lift their game against top opponents will worry them.

They will require runs from Pathum Nissanka (687 runs in 2023), Dimuth Karunaratne (481 runs) and Charith Asalanka (341 runs), their best batters this year so far, to challenge Bangladesh.

They will also hope that skipper Dasun Shanaka, who has not fired for the whole year except a hundred against India, will find his touch against Bangladesh.

On the bowling front, spinner Maheesh Theekshana (23 wickets from 10 matches in 2023) and pacer Kasun Rajitha (14 wickets) will have to cover the absence of frontline bowlers.

The only solace for Sri Lanka could be that Bangladesh too have been in the same boat as them.

Bangladesh will miss the services of injured Tamim Iqbal, pacer Ebadot Hossain and wicketkeeper-batter Litton Das, but that is only a speck in the larger picture.

Das was on Wednesday ruled out of the entire duration of Asia Cup as he could not recover from viral fever. The 30-year-old wicketkeeper-batter Anamul Haque Bijoy was named as Das’ replacement.

Bangladesh, generally a strong force at home, lost ODI series against England and Afghanistan this year.

The victory over Ireland would not be sufficient to ease their concerns coming into the Asia Cup. They, however, have individual performers in both batting and bowling.

Captain Shakib Al Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim and Najmul Shanto have scored more than 400 runs this year, while youngster Towhid Hridoy too has made over 300. But a good chunk of those runs came against Ireland.

The experienced Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam and Taskin Ahmed have come up with adequate performances on the bowling front this year but haven’t been able to deliver against quality rivals like England or India.

Individual worries apart, a win in Thursday’s match is important for both Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, as they face a tricky Afghanistan in their respective next fixture in Group B.

Both the teams will be keen for a win because the equations of net run rate might come into play as there are predictions of rains here.

The Teams (From): Sri Lanka: Dasun Shanaka (captain), Pathum Nissanaka, Dimuth Karunaratne, Kusal Janith Perera, Kusal Mendis (vc), Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Maheesh Theekshana, Dunith Wellalage, Matheesha Pathirana, Kasun Rajitha, Dushan Hemantha, Binura Fernando, Pramod Madushan.

Bangladesh: Shakib Al Hasan (Captain), Najmul Hossain Shanto, Tawhid Hridoy, Mushfiqur Rahim, Afif Hossain Dhrubo, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taskin Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam, Nasum Ahmed, Shak Mahedi Hasan, Naim Sheikh, Shamim Hossain, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Anamul Haque Bijoy.

Match starts at 3pm IST.

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