Bangladesh face-off against Sri Lanka in a do-or-die match at the R.Premadasa Stadium. This is the last group match of the Nidahas Trophy and the winning team will face India in the final.

Sri Lanka, after winning their first match against India, lost two successive matches. On the other hand, Bangladesh lost both of their matches against India and won their only clash against the hosts.

Although both teams have amassed 2 points each, a washout will result in Sri Lanka going through to the final on the basis of net run-rate.

The Tigers are relieved to have their ace all-rounder and captain, Shakib AL Hasan, back in the team after almost two months. Kusal Mendis is also fit to play for the island nation.

Shakib has replaced Abu Hider Rony in the Bangladeshi XI. Suranga Lakmal and Dushmanta Chameera have been replaced by Isuru Udana and Amila Aponso.

Winning the toss, Bangladesh decided to bowl first. Shakib opened the bowling for the Tigers and got a wicket in his very 2nd over by dismissing Danushka Gunathilaka.

The next over saw Mustafiz produce a wicket-maiden. The Bangladesh quick sent Kusal Mendis back to the hut on 11 runs. Bangladesh did not have to wait longer for another wicket as Upul Tharanga fell victim to a run-out. Following Upul's exit, Shanaka got out for a duck.

After a short interval, Mehidy Hasan Miraz bagged the wicket of Jeevan Mendis.

Sri Lanka's pride is now at stake after a nightmare start initiated by Shakib & Mustafiz. They are now suffering after losing 5 wickets before adding 50 runs to the scoreboard.

 

Score:

SL - 43/5 (after 8.3 overs)