SL vs BAN Dream11 Prediction: Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh 3rd T20I Fantasy Team, Playing 11

The third T20I between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, set for July 16, 2025, at Colombo’s R. Premadasa Stadium, promises a thrilling end to a series tied at 1-1.

Sri Lanka’s seven-wicket win in the opener at Pallekele was countered by Bangladesh’s 83-run rout in Dambulla, setting up a high-stakes decider. With both teams eyeing momentum ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup, partly hosted in Sri Lanka, this clash will test their mettle and consistency in a crucial series finale.

SL vs BAN 3rd T20I Schedule

The match begins at 7:00 PM IST on July 16, 2025, at R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, with the toss at 6:30 PM IST.

Fans can watch live on the Sony Liv app in India, with global broadcasts varying by region. The pitch typically favors spinners as the game progresses, though early swing aids seamers. Recent stats show teams chasing have won nine of the last ten T20Is here, with an average first-innings score of 125. Weather could play a role, with potential rain interruptions adding uncertainty.

Preview

Sri Lanka aims to rebound from their collapse in Dambulla, where they were bowled out for a record-low 94. Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis will lead the batting, supported by Kusal Perera and Dasun Shanaka, while Maheesh Theekshana and Nuwan Thushara headline the bowling.

Bangladesh, boosted by Litton Das’ 76 and Rishad Hossain’s three wickets in the second T20I, will rely on their top order, including Towhid Hridoy, and spinners to exploit Colombo’s conditions. Mustafizur Rahman’s pace adds bite. With both sides showing flashes of brilliance but struggling for consistency, adaptability will be key. The team that handles pressure better will likely claim the series.

Sri Lanka and Bangladesh Squads

Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Kusal Perera, Avishka Fernando, Charith Asalanka (c), Dasun Shanaka, Chamika Karunaratne, Jeffrey Vandersay, Maheesh Theekshana, Binura Fernando, Nuwan Thushara, Kamindu Mendis, Dunith Wellalage, Matheesha Pathirana, Eshan Malinga, Dinesh Chandimal

Bangladesh: Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Parvez Hossain Emon, Litton Das (wk/c), Towhid Hridoy, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Shamim Hossain, Jaker Ali, Rishad Hossain, Mohammad Saifuddin, Shoriful Islam, Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed, Mahedi Hasan, Mohammad Naim, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Nasum Ahmed