SL vs BAN 1st T20I Live Streaming: Where to Watch Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh Match on TV and Online?

SL vs BAN 1st T20I Live Streaming: Sri Lanka and Bangladesh clash in the first T20I of a three-match series on July 10, 2025, at Pallekele, wrapping up Bangladesh’s multi-format tour.

After Sri Lanka’s 1-0 Test and 2-1 ODI series wins, both teams eye T20I supremacy ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup, co-hosted by Sri Lanka. Expect a fierce battle as both sides tackle inconsistent T20I form.

SL vs BAN 1st T20 Schedule

The first T20I kicks off at 7:00 PM IST on July 10, 2025, at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy. The series moves to Dambulla on July 13 and concludes in Colombo on July 16, both at 7:00 PM IST. A 25-58% rain chance may impact the opener, though Pallekele’s weather is often favorable.

Sri Lanka, led by Charith Asalanka, feature Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, and Kusal Perera in batting. Wanindu Hasaranga’s injury absence sees Maheesh Theekshana, Jeffrey Vandersay, and Matheesha Pathirana lead the bowling, with Dasun Shanaka adding all-round depth. Bangladesh, under Litton Das, rely on Tanzid Hasan, Towhid Hridoy, and Mehidy Hasan Miraz for runs, with Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, and Rishad Hossain anchoring the bowling.

Seventh-ranked Sri Lanka aim to capitalize on home advantage despite a recent 2-1 loss to New Zealand. Their spin-heavy attack suits Pallekele’s batting-friendly pitch, though Hasaranga’s absence hurts. Bangladesh, with 11 losses in their last 15 T20Is, seek a tour turnaround. Litton Das’s form and their pace attack could challenge, but consistency is key. A high-scoring game looms if weather permits.

SL vs BAN 1st T20I Predicted Playing XI

Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Kusal Perera, Avishka Fernando, Charith Asalanka (c), Dasun Shanaka, Chamika Karunaratne, Dunith Wellalage, Jeffrey Vandersay, Matheesha Pathirana, Nuwan Thushara.
Bangladesh: Tanzid Hasan, Parvez Hossain Emon, Litton Das (c & wk), Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Jaker Ali, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman.