Cricket Prediction | SL vs BAN | Bangladesh tour of Sri Lanka 2025 | 2nd ODI | July 05 – Can BAN Handle Lankan Spin?

SL vs BAN Match Analysis

Action returns to Colombo as Sri Lanka and Bangladesh clash in the second ODI on July 5, 2025, at the R. Premadasa Stadium. The day-night fixture is set to begin at 2:30 PM local time, promising another chapter in this exciting subcontinental rivalry. 

Sri Lanka comes into the match with renewed confidence after a strong all-round display in the opening ODI. Their bowling unit, spearheaded by Theekshana and Wellalage, dismantled the Bangladeshi batting order efficiently. 

Bangladesh, on the other hand, failed to capitalize on their bowling efforts and struggled with the bat in the first game. The top order crumbled under pressure, and only a few batters showed signs of resilience. 

Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh Team Preview & Squads

Sri Lanka 

As captain, Charith Asalanka has shown poise and a keen cricketing brain in guiding his team. As a middle-order batter, he balances aggression with responsibility and has shown maturity both with the bat and in his captaincy. 

SL’s top order features stability through Pathum Nissanka and Avishka Fernando, while the middle order packs experience with Kusal Mendis and Asalanka. Janith Liyanage and Sadeera Samarawickrama add flexibility, and there’s batting support deep down with Wellalage and Hasaranga. 

SL boasts a lethal spin attack led by Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, and Dunith Wellalage. Their pace department, including Dilshan Madushanka and Asitha Fernando, provides early breakthroughs. 

In the 1st ODI at Colombo on July 01, 2025, Sri Lanka posted 244 runs on the board. Despite lacking a big individual score, their batters stitched crucial partnerships. The bowlers executed their roles to perfection, bundling Bangladesh out for just 167 runs in 35.5 overs. Sri Lanka won convincingly by 77 runs and took a 1-0 lead in the series.

Sri Lanka Squad

Sri Lanka

Charith Asalanka (C), Avishka Fernando, Asitha Fernando, Nishan Madushka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Janith Liyanage, Dilshan Madushanka, Eshan Malinga, Kamindu Mendis, Kusal Mendis (WK), Pathum Nissanka, Milan Rathnayake, Sadeera Samarawickrama (WK), Maheesh Theekshana, Jeffrey Vandersay, Dunith Wellalage.

Bangladesh

Renowned for his sharp cricketing mind and consistent all-round performances, Mehidy Hasan Miraz steps into the captaincy role. His role as a spin-bowling all-rounder makes him crucial in subcontinental conditions. 

BAN’s batting lineup includes experienced campaigners like Litton Das and Najmul Hossain Shanto, along with young talents like Towhid Hridoy and Tanzid Hasan. The inconsistency of the top order has been a concern, as shown in the previous match. The lower middle order gains strength with Shamim Hossain and Mehidy Miraz offering valuable contributions.

A strong pace core featuring Taskin, Mustafizur, and Tanzim gives the Tigers a well-equipped and versatile bowling lineup. Rishad Hossain and Mehidy Miraz provide spin options, while Hasan Mahmud adds variety. They managed to restrict Sri Lanka to 244 but couldn’t back it up with the bat.

In the 1st ODI, BAN were chasing a target of 245 but faltered under scoreboard pressure. Despite a few starts, none of the batters could convert into a match-winning performance. What started as a pursuit ended in a procession—167 all out, and Sri Lanka walked off with a swaggering 77-run win.

Bangladesh Squad

Bangladesh

Mehidy Hasan Miraz (C), Hasan Mahmud, Jaker Ali, Litton Das (WK), Mohammad Naim, Mustafizur Rahman, Nahid Rana, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Parvez Hossain Emon, Rishad Hossain, Shamim Hossain, Tanvir Islam, Tanzid Hasan, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Taskin Ahmed, Towhid Hridoy.

SL vs BAN Outfield Report

R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo

The pitch at R. Premadasa Stadium traditionally offers slow turn and low bounce as the match progresses. Early on, there may be some help for pacers under lights, but spinners become crucial from the middle overs onwards. Shot selection and strike rotation are key to scoring runs on this surface.

Weather conditions are expected to remain humid with passing clouds and a slight chance of drizzle. The temperature will hover around 30°C during the match, with humidity levels above 75%, which could affect stamina and fielding intensity. Wind speed may offer a slight edge to swing bowlers early on.

The Colombo pitch typically yields first-innings scores in the 240–280 bracket, and totals above 260 are considered quite defendable. The lowest scores often come from chasing teams collapsing under pressure, especially when spin dominates under lights.

Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In their last five ODI encounters, Sri Lanka holds a slight edge with 3 wins to Bangladesh’s 2. The home advantage and familiarity with spin-friendly conditions have proven decisive for the Lankans in recent meetings.

SL vs BAN Prediction

According to cricket analysts, Sri Lanka have a 53% chance of Winning.

Disclaimer: This cricket prediction is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.