Published on: Jul 2, 2025 12:32 pm IST|Updated on: Jul 2, 2025 12:32 pm IST
The Test series is done and dusted, with the hosts, Sri Lanka, claiming their authority on it with a scoreline of 1-0 (2-match series). The two teams are now gearing up for a 3-match ODI series starting on the 2nd of July at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.
Sri Lanka, at home, is a formidable unit, especially in ODI cricket. In the last year or so, they have defeated India, the West Indies, New Zealand, and Australia at home. Their recent run in ODI cricket has been thoroughly impressive, and they will look to continue their rich vein of form in this series against a transition-bound Bangladesh.
Bangladesh, meanwhile, is in a transition phase after the retirement of two of their stalwart batters, Mushfiqur Rahim and Mahmudullah Riyad, from ODIs. Their new dawn will be anchored by Mehidy Hasan Miraz, who is all set to lead the side for the first time in ODI cricket after being announced as Bangladesh’s new ODI skipper. With a new responsibility, it will be interesting to see how Miraz revitalizes Bangladesh cricket following their recent lackluster run in ODIs, having lost 8 of their last 11 matches.
Let’s delve deeper into this post for the SL vs BAN Dream11 prediction.
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Date: 2nd July 2025 Time: 02:30 AM IST Venue: R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
Matches Played: 57 SL won: 43 BAN won: 12 No Result: 2 Tied: 0
Sri Lanka and Bangladesh have faced off 57 times in ODIs, with Sri Lanka dominating the rivalry with 43 wins. Bangladesh, on the other hand, have managed just 12 victories, while 2 games ended without a result. Historically one-sided in Sri Lanka’s favor, the tide has shifted slightly in recent encounters as Bangladesh have won 3 of the last 5 matches between the two.
The pitch at R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo is expected to offer a balanced contest, especially early on. Batters will enjoy the initial phase with true bounce and decent pace, making stroke play relatively easy. However, as the match progresses, the surface tends to slow down, bringing spinners into the game and making run-scoring more challenging. Historically, teams batting first have had the upper hand here, with 96 wins out of 176 ODIs, and a par score in the range of 280–290 is considered competitive.
Here are some key Test match stats from the R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo:
SL Expected Playing XI: Nishan Madushka/Avishka Fernando, Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (WK), Charith Asalanka (C), Kamindu Mendis, Janith Liyanage, Dunith Wellalage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Eshan Malinga/Dilshan Madushanka, Asitha Fernando
BAN Expected Playing XI: Tanzid Hasan, Litton Das (WK), Mohammad Naim, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, Mehidy Hasan Miraz (C), Jaker Ali, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Nahid Rana
As per the betting odds provided by most of the bettors, the hosts, Sri Lanka, are tipped as the favorites to win this match.
The all-important clash between Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh will take place on Wednesday, July 2, at 03:30 PM (IST). Online live streaming will take place on the Sony Liv app. The TV streaming will take place on Sony Ten 1, 2 & 5.
Wicket-keepers: Kusal Mendis, Litton Das Batters: Pathum Nissanka, Towhid Hridoy, Kamindu Mendis All-Rounders: Wanindu Hasaranga, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Charith Asalanka, Rishad Hossain, Mehidy Hasan Miraz Bowlers: Mustafizur Rahman
C/VC Options- Pathum Nissanka, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Kusal Mendis, Litton Das