Bangladesh square off against Sri Lanka in the 5th match of the Asia Cup 2025, set to be played on Saturday, 13th September at 8:00 PM IST. The match will take place at the Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Check out the best Dream11 team tips, player stats, pitch report, top fantasy picks and dream11 prediction team for today’s BAN vs SL clash.
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Bangladesh will take on Sri Lanka in their next Asia Cup clash, coming off a comfortable seven-wicket win over Hong Kong in their opening game. Litton Das set the stage with a fine knock of 59, and the Tigers will be happy with the way they have started.
They look stronger and more balanced this time, and the fact that they recently beat Sri Lanka 2-1 in a T20 series will give them extra confidence as they continue their hunt for a first-ever Asia Cup title.
Sri Lanka, on the other hand, has a balanced squad with experienced players in every department. They have the kind of depth that makes them a dangerous side in this format. History is also in their favor, as the two teams have met 20 times in T20 cricket, with Sri Lanka winning 12 of those matches while Bangladesh have managed 8.
Bangladesh may carry the momentum going into this game, but Sri Lanka’s experience and pedigree mean this contest could be a tight one.
Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi Pitch Report
*The stats are based on the T20s matches played at Zayed Cricket Stadium.
| Pitch type – Generally balanced / batter-friendly |
| Batting 1st Won – 42 matches |
| Batting 2nd Won – 50 matches |
| Average 1st innings score – 137 runs |
BAN vs SL Probable Playing XI
Bangladesh: Parvez Hossain Emon, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Litton Das (c & wk), Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Jaker Ali, Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman
Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Kusal Perera, Nuwanidu Fernando, Charith Asalanka (c), Kamindu Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dasun Shanaka, Maheesh Theekshana, Nuwan Thushara, Matheesha Pathirana
BAN vs SL Dream11 Player Stats
| Player Name | T20I Stats |
|---|---|
| Kusal Mendis | 2076 runs |
| Litton Das | 2496 runs |
| Kusal Perera | 2130 runs |
| Wanindu Hasaranga | 712 runs & 131 wickets |
| Mustafizur Rahman | 142 wickets |
| Dasun Shanaka | 1532 runs & 34 wickets |
BAN vs SL Dream11 Team
Wicket Keeper: Kusal Mendis, Litton Das
Batsman: Tanzid Hasan, Pathum Nissanka, Towhid Hridoy, Kusal Perera
All-rounders: Wanindu Hasaranga, Rishad Hossain, Dunith Wellalage
Bowlers: Taskin Ahmed, Dushmantha Chameera
