Sri Lanka cruise to six-wicket win over Bangladesh in Asia Cup T20

Former champions Sri Lanka launched their Asia Cup campaign in emphatic fashion on Sunday, cruising to a six-wicket victory over Bangladesh in Abu Dhabi. Chasing 140, the islanders got home with 32 balls to spare. A blazing 95-run stand off just...

Late fightback not enough as Bangladesh fall to Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka handed Bangladesh a six-wicket defeat with 32 balls to spare in their second match of the Asia Cup T20 at Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Saturday. Sent in to bat, Bangladesh had earlier recovered from 53 for five to post 139 for...

Even we can’t pick him properly: Sri Lanka captain Asalanka in awe of “superstar” Hasaranga

Sri Lanka captain Charith Asalanka was in awe of their premier all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga, who cast a spell of magic with his “main weapon” googly, leaving Bangladesh’s formidable batting unit in dismay and setting the tone for his side’s...

Asia Cup 2025: Captains speak out ahead of Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka clash

In the match No. 5 of the Asia Cup 2025, Sri Lanka are set to take on Bangladesh in Abu Dhabi. This is Sri Lanka's first match in the tournament while Bangladesh have already won their first game. As the toss happened, Sri Lanka captain Charith...

Asia Cup 2025: Points table after Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka match

The recent Group B clash of the Asia Cup 2025 between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka has added critical twists to the points table, and this has added an extra thrill to the upcoming contests in the days ahead. Here’s an in-depth look at the latest...

Sri Lanka in control despite early strike from Mustafizur

Sri Lanka stamped their authority on the second match of the Asia Cup T20 in Abu Dhabi on Saturday after sending Bangladesh in to bat. Chasing 140, they cruised to 84 for one after eight overs, with Pathum Nissanka on 35 off 24 balls and Kamil...

Bangladesh suffer crushing defeat to Sri Lanka

Agence France-Presse . Abu Dhabi 14 September, 2025, 00:34 Sri Lanka's Kamil Mishara (L) greets his teammate Kusal Perera during the Asia Cup 2025 Twenty20 international cricket match between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka at the Sheikh Zayed Cricket...

Asia Cup 2025: Nissanka, bowlers shine as Sri Lanka beat Bangladesh by 6 wickets

Cricket News Sri Lanka defeated Bangladesh by 6 wickets in their opening match of the Asia Cup 2025 at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Saturday, September 13. Sri Lanka beat Bangladesh by 6 wickets in the Asia Cup 2025 clash. (Photo-PTI)...

Asia Cup 2025: Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara power Sri Lanka to dominant win over Bangladesh

Home Sports Asia Cup 2025: Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara power Sri Lanka to dominant win over Bangladesh Sri Lanka started their Asia Cup 2025 campaign with a strong six-wicket victory against Bangladesh in a Group B match held at the Sheikh...

Sri Lanka, U.S. conclude largest multilateral exercise of 2025

Posted by Editor on September 13, 2025 - 7:58 pm The U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka, together with the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) and the Ministry of Defence, marked the conclusion of Exercise Pacific Angel 2025 at a closing ceremony in Katunayake this...

Sport’s most hostile rivalry begins a new chapter... and not everyone is happy about it

Sport’s most hostile rivalry enters a new era when India and Pakistan face off in an Asia Cup T20 group match in Dubai from 12.30am AEST on Monday morning. It is the first time that the neighbouring nations will play each other since a four-day...

Sri Lanka Speedster Nuwan Thushara Uproots Tanzid Hasan Tamim's Off-Stump With Sensational Delivery During BAN vs SL Asia Cup 2025 Match (Watch Video)

Sri Lanka national cricket team speedster Nuwan Thushara bowled a sensational delivery to dismiss Bangladesh national cricket team opener Tanzid Hasan Tamim during the Asia Cup 2025 match at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Saturday,...

Sports News | Asia Cup: Nissanka, Kamil Lead SL to Six-wicket Win over Bangladesh to Kickstart Campaign

Abu Dhabi [UAE], September 13 (ANI): A magnificent half-century from Pathum Nissanka and his partnership with Kamil Mishara helped Sri Lanka secure a six-wicket win over Bangladesh in their Asia Cup opener at Abu Dhabi on Saturday. Bangladesh got...

Sports News | PKL 12: Jaipur Pink Panthers Register First Home Win After Dominating UP Yoddhas

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], September 13 (ANI): Jaipur Pink Panthers registered their first win at home, delivering a commanding performance to secure a 41-29 win against UP Yoddhas, in front of a packed house at the SMS Indoor Stadium in Jaipur...

Sports News | Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue True Example of Youth-led Democracy: Sports Minister Mandaviya

New Delhi [India], September 13 (ANI): Inspired by the Prime Minister's call on Independence Day to engage 1 lakh youth in politics without a political background, the National Youth Festival was reimagined as Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue...

Sports News | India Will Win Asia Cup: Left-arm Quick T Natarajan

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], September 13 (ANI): Left-arm quick T Natarajan is assured that the "energetic" Indian team led by Suryakumar Yadav will stand triumphant at the Asia Cup. Fans and former cricketers have classified the T20 World...

Sports News | Navneet Kaur Completes 200 International Caps for Indian Women's Hockey Team

Hangzhou [China], September 13 (ANI): Hockey India congratulated Navneet Kaur, the prolific player, as she completed 200 International Caps. She reacheded the milestone when India drew against Japan in their Super4s match at the Women's Asia Cup...

Sports News | Andhra Pradesh Appoint Ex-NZ Coach Gary Stead Ahead of Ranji Trophy 2025-26

Amaravati (Andhra Pradesh) [India], September 13 (ANI): Andhra Cricket Association (ACA) on Saturday announced the signing of New Zealand's former ICC World Test Championship winning coach, Gary Stead, for its Ranji team for 2025-26 season. ACA...

Sports News | PKL 12: Puneri Paltan Return to the Top with Win over Telugu Titans

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], September 13 (ANI): Puneri Paltan went back to the top of the standings after recording a convincing 39-33 victory against the Telugu Titans at the SMS Indoor Stadium in Jaipur in the second match on Saturday in the Pro...

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