2nd ODI SL vs BAN: Playing 11, Dream11 Team, My11Circle Prediction
By Chirag - Jul 05, 2025 09:02 AM
Last updated on Jul 05, 2025 11:29 AM
As both sides get ready to play in the 2nd ODI of the Bangladesh tour of Sri Lanka 2025, which is set for Saturday, July 5, 2025, at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, the cricket rivalry between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh is only getting more intense. After a comprehensive win in the first ODI, Sri Lanka leads the series 1-0 and will be eyeing a series-clinching victory in the second match. On the other hand, Bangladesh will aim for a strong comeback to level the series and keep their hopes alive.
- Match: Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh, 2nd ODI
- Date: Saturday, July 5, 2025
- Time: 2:30 PM IST
- Venue: R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
- Broadcast: Sony Sports Network
- Live Streaming: SonyLiv, FanCode
Pitch and Weather Report – R Premadasa Stadium
- Weather: Overcast with a 69% chance of rain. Temperature around 30°C. Interruptions likely.
- Pitch Nature: Batting-friendly with a flat surface and consistent bounce.
- Ideal Strategy: Bat first and aim for 280+ as the average 1st innings score is 280. Spinners may come into play during the middle overs, especially if conditions are dry post rain.
Head-to-Head Record in ODIs: SL vs BAN
Sri Lanka holds a commanding edge in their ODI rivalry with Bangladesh:
- Total matches: 58
- Sri Lanka Won: 44
- Bangladesh Won: 12
- No Result: 2
The numbers reflect Sri Lanka’s historical dominance, though Bangladesh have shown fight in recent years.
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Probable Playing 11s
Sri Lanka ( SL) Playing 11
1. Pathum Nissanka, 2. Nishan Madushanka, 3. Kusal Mendis (wk), 4. Kamindu Mendis, 5. Charith Asalanka (C), 6. Janith Liyanage, 7. Milan Rathnayake, 8. Wanindu Hasaranga, 9. Maheesh Theekshana, 10. Eshan Malinga, 11. Asith Fernando
Bangladesh (BAN) Playing 11
1. Parvez Hossain Emon, 2. Tanzid Hasan, 3. Najmul Hossain Shanto, 4. Litton Das (wk), 5. Towhid Hridoy, 6. Mehidy Hasan Miraz (C), 7. Jaker Ali, 8. Tanzim Hasan Sakib, 9. Taskin Ahmed, 10. Tanvir Islam, 11. Mustafizur Rahman
Dream11 Team Prediction: SL vs BAN
- Wicketkeeper: 1. Kusal Mendis, 2. Jaker Ali
- Batters: 1. Najmul Hossain Shanto, 2. Kamindu Mendis, 3. Tanzid Hasan, 4. Janith Liyanage
- All-rounders: 1. Wanindu Hasaranga, 2. Charith Asalanka
- Bowlers: 1. Maheesh Theekshana, 2. Taskin Ahmed, 3. Tanzim Sakib
- Captain: Charith Asalanka
- Vice-Captain: Taskin Ahmed
My11Circle Team Prediction: SL vs BAN
- Wicketkeeper: 1. Kusal Mendis, 2. Jaker Ali
- Batters: 1. Najmul Hossain Shanto, 2. Kamindu Mendis, 3. Tanzid Hasan
- All-rounders: 1. Mehidy Hasan Miraz, 2. Wanindu Hasaranga, 3. Charith Asalanka
- Bowlers: 1. Mustafizur Rahman, 2. Taskin Ahmed, 3. Asitha Fernando
- Captain: Wanindu Hasaranga
- Vice-Captain: Tanzid Hasan
AI match Prediction- Who Will Win Today’s Match?
Sri Lanka enters the second ODI as clear favourites, riding on momentum, home conditions, and a historically dominant record against Bangladesh. With batters like Asalanka and bowlers like Hasaranga in form, Sri Lanka will be tough to beat. However, if Bangladesh’s top order clicks and their bowlers strike early, an upset is possible.
Winner Prediction: Sri Lanka (SL)
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