SL vs BAN 1st ODI Live Streaming: The Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh 2025 ODI series kicks off on July 2 at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, promising an exciting clash as both teams eye momentum for the 2027 ODI World Cup.
This three-match series follows Sri Lanka's 1-0 Test series victory over Bangladesh, setting the stage for a competitive white-ball contest. Sri Lanka, buoyed by their dominant home record, face a transitional Bangladesh side under new leadership, making this opener a crucial test for both.
The series comprises three ODIs. The first two matches are scheduled for July 2 and 5 at R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, starting at 2:30 PM IST. The third ODI will be held on July 8 at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy.
Sri Lanka, led by Charith Asalanka, boasts a settled squad with in-form players like Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, and spinners Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana. Dilshan Madushanka returns, but Milan Rathnayake's participation depends on a fitness test. Bangladesh, under new captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz, is rebuilding after the retirements of Mushfiqur Rahim and Mahmudullah. Taskin Ahmed's return bolsters their pace attack, while Naim Sheikh and Parvez Hossain Emon are expected to open. Sri Lanka's strong home record (16 wins in 21 ODIs) gives them the edge, but Bangladesh's recent ODI series win over Sri Lanka in 2024 adds intrigue.
Bangladesh Squad: Tanzid Hasan, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, Mohammad Naim, Shamim Hossain, Mehidy Hasan Miraz(c), Litton Das(w), Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed, Nahid Rana, Jaker Ali, Hasan Mahmud, Tanvir Islam, Rishad Hossain, Parvez Hossain Emon
Sri Lanka Squad: Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis(w), Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka(c), Janith Liyanage, Dunith Wellalage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Dilshan Madushanka, Eshan Malinga, Nishan Madushka, Asitha Fernando, Jeffrey Vandersay, Sadeera Samarawickrama
The Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh 1st ODI can be watched live on Sony Sports network from 2:30 pm IST in India. The match can also be live-streamed on the Sony LIV app and website.
