SL vs BAN 3rd T20I - Match Preview, Fantasy Tips & Dream11 Prediction

SL vs BAN: This match is not just a series-clinching opportunity but also crucial for both teams in terms of preparations for the upcoming T20 World Cup, which is scheduled to take place later this year.

SL vs BAN Match Details

Match: Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh, 3rd T20I
Series: Sri Lanka tour of Bangladesh 2025 (3 T20I series)
Date: Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Time IST: 7:00 PM (19:00 IST) / Local Time (SL): 7:00 PM
Stadium: R. R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Broadcaster (India) TV: Sony Sports Network (Sony Sports 1 HD, Sony Sports 2 HD)
Live Streaming: SonyLIV app and website, FanCode app and website
Live scores: Will be available on Cricbuzz, ESPNcricinfo and other major cricket websites.

SL vs BAN Match Preview

Sri Lanka: After a stunning win in the first T20I, Sri Lanka faltered badly in the second match, getting all out for 94 runs. Kusal Mendis had played a brilliant innings of 73 in the first match and he provides stability in the batting order. Pathum Nissanka is also important in the top order, having done well in Dambulla by scoring 2 half-centuries and 2 thirties in 5 matches. Maheesh Theekshana has bowled brilliantly, especially in the first T20I by taking important wickets. Binura Fernando has also taken wickets. Sri Lanka will be hoping for another strong performance from their batsmen, especially from the middle order. The team will have to forget their previous defeat and take advantage of the home conditions. The possibility of Vanindu Hasaranga returning after injury could further strengthen their spin attack.

Bangladesh: Bangladesh made a brilliant comeback in the second T20I, where captain Liton Das scored a crucial 76 and Shamim Hossain and Tauheed Hridoy made useful contributions. Their disciplined bowling restricted Sri Lanka to a low score. Taskin Ahmed has taken wickets at crucial junctures, and Mehdi Hasan Miraz can once again prove his utility as an all-rounder. Young Rishad Hossain has also impressed with his spin. Bangladesh will be aiming to keep this winning momentum going and secure a memorable series win on Sri Lankan soil.

SL vs BAN Head-to-head record (T20Is)

Total matches played: 19
Sri Lanka won: 12
Bangladesh won: 7
No result: 0
Recent form: Bangladesh has won 2 of the last 5, while Sri Lanka has won 2. Bangladesh has a slight edge in the recent stats.

SL vs BAN Pitch Report (R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo)

The pitch at the R. Premadasa Stadium is usually considered a paradise for spin bowlers. As the game progresses, the pitch gets slower, making it difficult for the batsmen to score runs, especially in the second innings. The team winning the toss usually prefers to bat first to put up a respectable score on the board. The middle overs will be crucial for both teams.

SL vs BAN Fantasy Tips and Dream11 Prediction

Some important fantasy picks for this series-deciding match

• Top order batsmen: Kusal Mendis (SL) and Pathum Nissanka (SL) are both in good form. Liton Das and Tauheed Hridoy from Bangladesh can also play important roles.
• All-rounders: Mehdi Hasan Miraz (BAN) and Dasun Shanaka (SL) can contribute with both the ball and the bat. If Wanindu Hasaranga (SL) plays, he will be an important all-rounder.
• Focus on spinners: Spinners like Maheesh Theekshana (SL) and Rishad Hossain (BAN) have the ability to take wickets on the Colombo pitch. Fast bowlers like Binura Fernando (SL) and Mustafizur Rahman (BAN) can also take early wickets.

Captain/Vice-Captain Options

Safe Options: Kusal Mendis (SL), Mehidy Hasan Miraz (BAN)
Risky but Rewarding: Pathum Nissanka (SL), Liton Das (BAN), Wanindu Hasaranga (if plays).

SL vs BAN Probable Dream11 Team

• Wicketkeepers: Kusal Mendis (SL), Liton Das (BAN)
• Batsmen: Pathum Nissanka (SL), Charith Aslanka (SL), Tauheed Hridoy (BAN)
• All-rounders: Mehidy Hasan Miraz (BAN) (Captain), Dasun Shanaka (SL)
• Bowlers: Mahesh Theekshana (SL) (Vice-Captain), Nuwan Thushara (SL), Rishad Hossain (BAN), Mustafizur Rahman (BAN)

SL vs BAN Match Prediction

This is expected to be a very close contest. Bangladesh have made a strong comeback in the second match and they have a golden opportunity to win the series. However, Sri Lanka is extremely strong at home, especially at the R Premadasa Stadium, which favors spinners. Sri Lanka have never lost a T20I bilateral series against Bangladesh, and they will go all out to maintain this record.

Our Prediction: Sri Lanka will win this decider and clinch the series thanks to their home ground and the strength of their spinners.