Sri Lanka defeated Bangladesh by 21 runs. Colombo: In the second match of the Asia Cup Super Four stage, the Sri Lankan team defeated Bangladesh by 21 runs and got 2 points.
In the match played in Colombo, the Sri Lankan team batted first and scored 257 runs for the loss of 9 wickets in the allotted 50 overs, Sudira Samara Wickrama was the top scorer scoring 93 runs from Sri Lanka.
Bangladesh’s chase is underway in Colombo as Sri Lanka set a target of 258.#SLvBAN | #AsiaCup2023 pic.twitter.com/URb3w7lqBE
— Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) September 9, 2023
Among the other Sri Lankan players, Kaushal Mendis scored 50, Patham Nisanka scored 40 and Dasan Shanaka scored 24 runs. For Bangladesh, Taksin Ahmed and Hasan Mehmood took three wickets each.
In the return innings, the Bangladesh team failed to achieve the desired target, Bangladesh team lost all their wickets at a total score of 236 in the 49th over.
Sri Lanka emerges victorious, wrap it up by 21 runs! Takes two points.✌️#AsiaCup2023 #SLvBAN #LankanLions pic.twitter.com/oyMLPRvCiX
— Sri Lanka Cricket 🇱🇰 (@OfficialSLC) September 9, 2023
Tawheed played the highest innings of 82 runs for Bangladesh, Mushfiqur Rahman scored 29 runs and Mehdi Hasan scored 28 runs. For Sri Lanka, Mahesh, Shanaka and Mathisha got three wickets each.
In a thrilling cricket match, Sri Lanka emerged victorious, defeating Bangladesh by a margin of 21 runs. The game was filled with excitement and intense competition as both teams fought valiantly. Sri Lanka’s bowlers displayed remarkable skills, preventing Bangladesh from reaching their target.
This win is a testament to Sri Lanka’s cricketing prowess and their ability to perform under pressure. The players and fans alike celebrated this hard-fought victory, marking it as a memorable moment in the world of cricket. Sri Lanka’s performance serves as a reminder of their talent and determination on the field.
