New Delhi:Sri Lanka and Bangladesh will face each other again in the first match of the Super 4, to be played at the Dubai International Stadium on Saturday, September 20, 2025. The match will begin at 8:00 PM IST, with the toss scheduled for 7:30 PM. This match is crucial for both teams, as they will face tough competition from India and Pakistan, respectively, after the Super 4.
Previous Stats and Previous Encounters
Sri Lanka topped Group B by winning all three matches, while Bangladesh qualified by defeating Hong Kong and Afghanistan, with the Sri Lankans easing their way to victory over Afghanistan. The last time these two teams met, Bangladesh were bowled out for just 139 runs; only Jaker Ali, Shamim Hossain, and captain Litton Das reached double figures.
Streaming and Broadcast Information
In India, this match will be broadcast on TV on Sony Sports Network. Fans can use the SonyLIV app and website for online streaming.
The following broadcast channels are available in other countries: TNT Sports and Discovery+ in the UK; Willow TV in the USA; Gazi TV, T Sports, Rabbithole, etc. in Bangladesh; ESPN networks and local TV-OTT platforms in other regions.
Probable Team Combinations and Strategy
Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka: Squads
Sri Lanka: Charith Asalanka (c), Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera, Nuwanidu Fernando, Kamindu Mendis, Kamil Mishara, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Chamika Karunaratne, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Binura Fernando, Nuwan Thushara, Matheesha Pathirana
Bangladesh: Litton Das (c), Tanzid Hasan, Parvez Hossain Emon, Saif Hassan, Tawhid Hridoy, Jaker Ali Anik, Shamim Hossain, Quazi Nurul Hasan Sohan, Shak Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Nasum Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Shaif Uddin
Story Highlights
- Sri Lanka topped Group B by winning all three matches; Bangladesh qualified after the qualifiers.
- BAN was all out for just 139 runs in the previous match.
- The match starts at 8:00 PM IST on September 20, with the toss at 7:30 PM IST.
- Live broadcast in India on the SonyLIV app and Sony Sports Network; other country-specific channels and streaming services available.