Bangladesh lost to Sri Lanka in the previous match in the group stage due to a batting disaster. The two teams will meet again today (Saturday). The Asia Cup Super Four will begin today without a break. Where Bangladesh and Sri Lanka will face each other in the first match. The match will start at 8:30 pm Bangladesh time at the Dubai International Stadium.
Naturally, there is speculation about what Bangladesh’s XI will be like before the match. Tanjid Hasan Tamim’s place in the opening is certain. However, there is a question about whether Parvez Hossain Emon will return and Saif Hasan, who came out in the last match, will survive. All-rounder Saif is more likely to be in the XI against the Sri Lankans. Sheikh Mehedi Hasan can join, leaving the in-form Towhid Hridoy out of the XI.
Apart from that, Shamim Hossain Patwary and Zaker Ali Anik are still there as middle order and finishers. Considering the Dubai wicket, Bangladesh can play 2 pacers and 3 spinners. In that case, the hero of the victory in the previous match, Nasum Ahmed, and Rishad Hossain are almost certain to be in the XI. Among the two pacers, Mustafizur Rahman and Taskin Ahmed, who played in the previous match, are more likely to have a place.
In T20 cricket, Bangladesh has won 8 out of 21 matches so far, while Sri Lanka has won 13. Bangladesh and Sri Lanka have faced each other 18 times in the Asia Cup. Of these, the Sri Lankans have won 15 and lost three. However, in the Asia Cup, the Sri Lankans have faced Bangladesh three times in the T20 edition, winning twice and losing once. Apart from this, Bangladesh has faced Sri Lanka four times in the last two months and has drawn 2-2.
Possible XI of both teams:
Bangladesh: Tanjid Hasan Tamim, Saif Hasan, Liton Das (captain), Nurul Hasan Sohan, Zaker Ali Anik, Shamim Hossain Patwary, Sheikh Mehedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Nasum Ahmed, Taskin Ahmed and Mustafizur Rahman.
Sri Lanka: Kusal Mendis, Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Perera, Charith Asalanka (captain), Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dushmanta Chamira, Dunith Vellalaghe/Mahish Thikshana, Nuwan Thusara.
FAQ
When will the Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka Super Four match take place?
The match is scheduled for Saturday, September 21, 2025, at 8:30 PM Bangladesh time.
Where will the match be played?
The game will take place at the Dubai International Stadium in the United Arab Emirates.
Why is this match significant for Bangladesh?
Bangladesh lost to Sri Lanka in the previous group stage match, so this Super Four encounter is crucial for redemption and tournament momentum.
Who are likely to open the innings for Bangladesh?
Tanjid Hasan Tamim is confirmed to open, while Saif Hasan is likely to retain his spot, replacing Parvez Hossain Emon.
