Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka, 5th Match Asia Cup 2025: Match Preview, Squads, Pitch Report & Prediction

The Asia Cup 2025 reaches a crucial stage with Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 in the 5th Group Stage match at Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Stadium. With both teams eyeing Super 4 qualification, this clash promises fireworks, tactical battles, and high-quality cricket.

Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025:Match Details

• Fixture: Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka, 5th Match, Group Stage, Asia Cup 2025
• Date & Time: September 13, 2025 | 6:30 PM Local / 8:00 PM IST
• Venue: Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi

Sheikh Zayed Stadium Pitch Report

• Surface: True bounce and pace early, perfect for stroke-makers. As the match progresses, the wicket slows down, bringing spinners into play.
• Bowling: Seamers may get swing under lights, but wrist and finger spinners remain key to controlling the middle overs.
• Chasing Advantage: Dew at night often favors chasing teams. Historically, Abu Dhabi has been friendlier for batting second.
• Average Scores (2025): First-innings scores average around 170+, setting the tone for high-scoring thrillers.

Updated Squads

Sri Lanka Squad

Pathum Nissanka, Nuwanidu Fernando, Kusal Mendis (wk), Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka (c), Janith Liyanage, Dunith Wellalage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Matheesha Pathirana, Binura Fernando, Dasun Shanaka, Nuwan Thushara, Kamil Mishara, Chamika Karunaratne, Kusal Perera

Bangladesh Squad

Parvez Hossain Emon, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Litton Das (wk/c), Towhid Hridoy, Jaker Ali, Shamim Hossain, Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Saif Hassan, Nasum Ahmed, Mohammad Saifuddin, Nurul Hasan, Shoriful Islam

Key Players to Watch

• Bangladesh:
  • Litton Das – Skipper and batting anchor.
  • Taskin Ahmed – New-ball pacer with wicket-taking ability.
  • Mustafizur Rahman – Death overs specialist.
• Sri Lanka:
  • Charith Asalanka – Captain and batting mainstay.
  • Wanindu Hasaranga – All-round threat with bat and ball.
  • Maheesh Theekshana – Mystery spinner to exploit Abu Dhabi’s conditions.

Conclusion

With both teams desperate for a win, this encounter could go down to the wire. Sri Lanka’s spin depth gives them a slight edge, but Bangladesh’s pace attack, led by Taskin and Mustafizur, ensures a fierce battle. Their rivalry is also interesting to watch.
Prediction: Sri Lanka slight favorites, but Bangladesh can upset if Litton Das and the top order fire.

Where to Watch Asia Cup 2025 Live

• TV Broadcast: Sony Sports Network
• Online Streaming: SonyLIV
• Live Score: Cricbuzz

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