The ICC World Test Championship 2025–27 kicks off just two days after South Africa's thrilling win over Australia in the final of the previous cycle. The fresh chapter begins in Galle, where hosts Sri Lanka will take on Bangladesh in the first Test of a two-match series. Historically, this contest has been one-sided, with Sri Lanka holding a massive upper hand in terms of wins.
SL vs BAN 1st Test Match Details
- Match: Sri Lanka (SL) vs Bangladesh (BAN)
- Date, Time: 17th June 2025, 10:00 AM IST
- Venue: Galle International Cricket Stadium, Galle
- Live Streaming: FanCode
Pitch Report: Galle Stadium
- Average 1st Innings Score: 274
- Average 2nd Innings Score: 268
- Win % Batting 1st: 57%
- Win % Batting 2nd: 43%
Galle usually provides a surface that is conducive to spinning, particularly as the game goes on. While it starts off good for batting, cracks open up by Day 3, making life tough for the batters. Spinners will have a major role to play in both innings.
Weather Forecast: Galle
Weather should be sunny and clear with no rain delays during the game. Temperatures are predicted to hover between 16°C and 8°C, ensuring ideal playing conditions for the five-day game.
Head-to-Head Record : SL vs BAN
- Matches Played: 26
- Sri Lanka Wins: 20
- Bangladesh Wins: 1
- Draws: 5
Bangladesh’s only win in Tests against Sri Lanka came back in 2017. Since then, Sri Lanka have continued to dominate the rivalry in the longest format.
Also Read: SL vs BAN Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Tips, 1st Match
Probable Playing 11
Bangladesh (BAN) Playing 11:
1. Litton Das, 2. Anamul Haque, 3. Mominul Haque, 4. Najmul Hossain Shanto (C), 5. Mushfiqur Rahim, 6. Jaker Ali (WK), 7. Mehidy Hasan Miraz, 8. Nayeem Hasan, 9. Taijul Islam, 10. Ebadot Hossain, 11. Hasan Mahmud
Sri Lanka (SL) Playing 11:
1. Oshada Fernando, 2. Pathum Nissanka, 3. Pavan Rathnayake, 4. Pasindu Sooriyabandara, 5. Kusal Mendis (WK), 6. Akila Dananjaya, 7. Dhananjaya de Silva (C), 8. Angelo Mathews, 9. Kasun Rajitha, 10. Milan Rathnayake, 11. Prabath Jayasuriya
SL vs BAN Dream11 Fantasy Team
- Wicketkeepers: 1. Litton Das, 2. Kusal Mendis
- Batters: 1. Angelo Mathews, 2. Mushfiqur Rahim, 3. Pathum Nissanka
- All-Rounders: 1. Dhananjaya de Silva, 2. Kamindu Mendis (if included), 3. Mehidy Hasan Miraz
- Bowlers: 1. Taijul Islam, 2. Prabath Jayasuriya, 3. Hasan Mahmud
- Captain: Mehidy Hasan Miraz
- Vice-Captain: Kamindu Mendis
Note: Final team to be confirmed after toss and official XIs.
Who Will Win Today’s Match?
Despite Bangladesh showing improvement in recent years, they have struggled in Sri Lankan conditions—especially at Galle, where spin plays a dominant role. Sri Lanka’s squad is tailor-made for these surfaces, with experienced spinners like Jayasuriya and Dananjaya likely to exploit the conditions.
With their current form, home advantage, and head-to-head supremacy, Sri Lanka is a clear favorite to win the opening match of the WTC 2025–27 season.
Verdict: Sri Lanka to win the 1st Test
Also Read: SL vs BAN, Dream11 Team, My11Circle Prediction, Head to Head, Playing 11
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