SL vs BAN 1st ODI: Match Details
- Match: Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh, 1st ODI, Sri Lanka Series 2025
- Date: 2nd July 2025
- Time: 02:30 PM IST
- Venue: R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium, Colombo
- Live Streaming: FanCode
After wrapping up the Test series in dominating fashion, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh are set to lock horns in the limited-overs format. The 3rd match ODI series begins on 2nd July 2025, at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium in Colombo. The hosts, riding high on confidence after their innings victory in the Test match, will look to carry forward their momentum in the 50-over format.
The flat surface and ideal batting conditions of the Colombo pitch are well-known. The ball comes nicely onto the bat, encouraging stroke play. Recent ODI matches at this venue have seen teams comfortably crossing the 300-run mark.
Expect a high-scoring encounter where teams winning the toss may prefer to bat first and set a target.
Colombo is expected to have clear skies and sunny weather throughout the matchday. There's no forecast of rain, ensuring a full 50-over contest.
Sri Lanka have a clear edge historically, especially at home.
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1. Mehidy Hasan Miraz (C), 2. Tanzid Hasan, 3. Najmul Hossain Shanto, 4. Towhid Hridoy, 5. Litton Das, 6. Jaker Ali, 7. Rishad Hossain, 8. Mustafizur Rahman, 9. Tanzim Hasan Sakib, 10. Taskin Ahmed, 11. Nahid Rana
1. Pathum Nissanka, 2. Nishan Madushka, 3. Kusal Mendis, 4. Kamindu Mendis, 5. Charith Asalanka, 6. Janith Liyanage, 7. Maheesh Theekshana, 8. Wanindu Hasaranga, 9. Dunith Wellalage, 10. Asitha Fernando, 11. Eshan Malinga
The hosts are the favourites to win the first ODI because of Sri Lanka's strong Test record, home field advantage, and recent ODI victory over Australia. Their balanced squad with experienced campaigners and in-form players gives them an edge.
Predicted Winner: Sri Lanka (SL)
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