The Asia Cup 2025 is underway, and cricket fans are gearing up for a crucial Group B match between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Saturday, September 13. The game is scheduled to begin at 8:00 PM IST.
Live Streaming and TV Broadcast Details
For viewers in India, the Bangladesh vs. Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 match will be telecast live on the Sony Sports Network. Channels include Sony Sports 1 and Sony Sports 5. Hindi commentary will be available on Sony Sports 3, with Tamil/Telugu commentary on Sony Sports 4. Live streaming will be available on the SonyLIV app and website, as well as on FanCode.
In Bangladesh, Gazi TV will broadcast the competition, with live streaming on Toffee and Tapmad. Sri Lanka will have live coverage on Sirasa TV and TV-1, along with the Dialog ViU app. In Pakistan, PTV Sports HD will broadcast the Asia Cup, with live streaming on Tapmad and Myco. For viewers in the UAE and the MENA region, CricLife (including CricLife Max via eLife TV and Switch TV) will provide television coverage, while StarzPlay will offer live streaming.
Match Significance
This match is particularly important as both teams aim for a spot in the Super Four stage. Bangladesh started strong with a seven-wicket victory over Hong Kong. Sri Lanka, however, will be playing their first match of the tournament and will be under pressure to perform. A win for Bangladesh would bring them closer to Super Four qualification, while a loss could jeopardize their chances. Sri Lanka, with a mix of youth and experience, seeks to establish dominance.
Team Form and Key Players
Bangladesh enters the match with confidence, boosted by their recent T20I series win against Sri Lanka in July. Litton Das's impressive form, including a half-century in the opening match against Hong Kong, will be crucial. Taskin Ahmed, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, and Rishad Hossain will lead the bowling attack.
Sri Lanka, led by Charith Asalanka, boasts a strong spin attack with Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana. Their batting and bowling flexibility, with several all-rounders, adds depth to the squad.
Rivalry and Expectations
The rivalry between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, often called the "Naagin Derby" or the "Time-Out Derby," adds extra intensity to the match. This encounter promises drama and unpredictability.
Squads Some of the players for Sri Lanka include Charith Asalanka (c), Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera, and Wanindu Hasaranga. Bangladesh's standby players include Soumya Sarkar and Mehidy Hassan Miraz.
