Cricket fans are thrilled as Bangladesh prepares to face Sri Lanka in the second ODI of the exciting three-match series on March 15, 2024. The Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram will host another intense clash between the two formidable teams.
Cricket fans are thrilled as Bangladesh prepares to face Sri Lanka in the second ODI of the exciting three-match series on March 15, 2024. The Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram will host another intense clash between the two formidable teams. Play will commence at 3:00 P.M. (IST).
Bangladesh approaches the second ODI emboldened, having taken the series lead with a convincing six-wicket win in the opening match. Captain Najmul Shanto shined, earning player of the match honors for his magnificent century, guiding his team to a memorable victory. Both squads want to be victorious really bad.
In the first ODI, Sri Lanka chose batting first but failed to maximize their early advantage, getting out for 255 runs. Though Janith Liyanage impressed with the bat, scoring 67 runs, the visitors couldn’t set a formidable target. Bangladesh responded strongly, as Najmul Shanto and Mushfiqur Rahim’s unbroken 165-run stand led their team to a comfortable win. Moving ahead, Bangladesh seeks to keep their winning streak alive and clinch the series in the next ODI. However, Sri Lanka is determined to bounce back and level the series, setting up an intense battle between both teams. The match will be action-packed with skills, smart moves, and players giving all they’ve got. It’s going to be super fun for fans watching Bangladesh and Sri Lanka battle it out in a big cricket showdown.
The pitch at Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium helps batters. Numbers show the team batting second won 17 out of 28 games here. Bowlers, spin and pace, can get assistance if they bowl accurately. With an average score of just 223 and dew affecting the second innings, teams prefer chasing at this Chattogram ground. The maximum temperature is 28.3°C, so no rain is expected during matches.
In recent times, Bangladesh has become a stronger opponent against the Lankans and overall, Sri Lanka have a dominating record against the Tigers, having won 43 out of the 55 matches played between the two sides, with the Bangladeshis winning only 10 and 2 matches ending without a draw.
The live streaming in India of Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka, 2nd ODI will be telecasted on FanCode.
Bangladesh: Soumya Sarkar, Anamul Haque, Najmul Hossain Shanto (C), Litton Das, Mushfiqur Rahim (WK), Mahmudullah, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Shoriful Islam, Taskin Ahmed, Rishad Hossain, Mustafizur Rahman.
Sri Lanka: Avishka Fernando, Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (WK), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Janith Liyanage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Dilshan Madushanka, Pramod Madushan, Lahiru Kumara.
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