Published on: Jun 24, 2025 3:44 pm IST|Updated on: Jun 24, 2025 3:44 pm IST
The first Test between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh at the Galle International Stadium in Galle ended in a stalemate. The drawn Test also witnessed Angelo Matthews signing off from Test cricket. It’s now time for the two teams to march on to the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo for the second and final Test of the series.
Bangladesh should be proud of themselves after putting up a brilliant show in the opening Test at Galle. The visitors had the upper hand for most of the time in the first Test and ensured they put the hosts under pressure. Bangladesh’s batting approach against Sri Lankan spinners was exemplary, and they would like to carry on from where they left off in Galle. A win in the second Test will be historic for the visitors, as this would be only their second win over Sri Lanka and their first on Sri Lankan soil. Also, a win in the second Test will mean that they will, for the first time, defeat Sri Lanka in a Test series.
As far as the hosts are concerned, Sri Lanka should be wary of the fact that they were down and out in the first Test, especially with the ball. Their spin duo of Prabath Jayasuriya and Tharindu Rathnayeke had to bowl a lot to get wickets in both innings. The duo looked pale throughout the course of the match and should be looking for massive improvements in the second Test. It will be interesting to see what intent and approach Sri Lanka will bring to the Sinhalese Cricket Club to get the better of Bangladesh. Let’s delve deeper into this post for the SL vs BAN Dream11 prediction.
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Date: 25th June 2025 Time: 10:00 AM IST Venue: Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo
Matches Played: 27 SL won: 20 BAN won: 01 Draw: 06 Tied: 0
Sri Lanka and Bangladesh have locked horns 27 times in Test cricket, and the numbers paint a clear picture of dominance from the hosts. Sri Lanka have won 20 contests, whereas Bangladesh has managed just one win across all meetings, with the remaining six matches ending in a draw.
The pitch at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo is expected to offer a classic subcontinental Test match experience. Early on, batters can find value for their shots, especially in the first two days when the surface plays true. However, as the match progresses, the dry nature of the pitch tends to break up, bringing spinners into play with sharp turn and variable bounce. Historically, the average first-innings score here is around 325, but that drops significantly to 182 in the fourth innings, highlighting the challenge of batting last. Teams winning the toss are likely to bat first to make the most of the favorable early conditions.
Here are some key Test match stats from the Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo:
SL vs BAN Team News and Expected Playing XI
SL Expected Playing XI: Lahiru Udara, Pathum Nissanka, Dinesh Chandimal, Kamindu Mendis, Oshada Fernando/Dunith Wellalage, Dhananjaya de Silva (C), Kusal Mendis (WK), Asitha Fernando, Prabath Jayasuriya, Tharindu Rathnayake, Vishwa Fernando/Kasun Rajitha.
BAN Expected Playing XI: Shadman Islam, Anamul Haque, Mominul Haque, Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Mushfiqur Rahim, Litton Das (wk), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Nayeem Hasan, Taijul Islam, Hasan Mahmud, 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, June 25, at 10:00 AM (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: Dinesh Chandimal, Litton Das Batters: Pathum Nissanka, Shadman Islam, Mominul Haque All-Rounders: Kamindu Mendis, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Dhananjaya de Silva Bowlers: Prabath Jayasuriya, Taijul Islam, Tharindu Rathnayake
C/VC Options- Prabath Jayasuriya, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Kamindu Mendis, Tharindu Rathnayake