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Bangladesh Crush Sri Lanka to Level Series with Dominant All-Round Show
Litton Das, Shamim Hossain Lead the Charge in 83-Run Victory
Bangladesh bounced back emphatically in the second T20I of their series against Sri Lanka, securing a massive 83-run win at Colombo to level the three-match contest 1-1. A captain’s knock of 76 from Litton Das, backed by a fiery 48 from Shamim Hossain, set the platform for a defendable 177/7. In response, Sri Lanka folded for just 94, thanks to a ruthless bowling display led by Rishad Hossain and Shoriful Islam.
This turnaround performance now sets up an exciting series decider scheduled to take place in Colombo in three days’ time.
Bangladesh Recover from Early Collapse to Post 177
Sri Lanka Start Strong, but Bangladesh Counter-Attack
Sri Lanka began the match with precision, taking two wickets within the first two overs. Nuwan Thushara cleaned up Parvez Hossain Emon with a textbook inswinger, while Binura Fernando got Tanzid Hasan caught behind. With the score reading just 7/2, Bangladesh were on the ropes.
But a calculated counterattack from Towhid Hridoy and Litton Das revived the innings. They took the charge to Dasun Shanaka in the powerplay, with Hridoy striking a four and a six. Das, who had a scratchy start, grew into the innings, helping Bangladesh reach 39/2 at the end of the powerplay. The pair notched up a fifty-run partnership, with Litton punishing short deliveries and showing aggressive intent.
Litton Leads the Charge, Shamim Adds Firepower
After Hridoy and Mehidy Hasan fell in quick succession to Binura Fernando, the onus was once again on Litton, who responded by reaching his 12th T20I fifty with a six. He received a lifeline when Maheesh Theekshana dropped a simple catch and capitalized with another six and a four in quick time.
Shamim Hossain’s explosive cameo of 48 off 24 provided the much-needed acceleration. The duo hammered the Sri Lankan bowlers in the death overs, with Thushara facing the brunt of the assault. Despite a late collapse including two run-outs, Bangladesh added 108 runs in the last 10 overs, finishing at 177/7.
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Sri Lanka’s Batting Crumbles Under Pressure
Early Wickets Seal Sri Lanka’s Fate
Sri Lanka started briskly, scoring 19 runs in the first 10 balls, but the momentum was short-lived. A direct-hit from Shamim Hossain sent back Kusal Mendis, triggering a collapse. Shoriful Islam struck in successive overs, removing Kusal Perera and Avishka Fernando, while Saifuddin claimed the wicket of captain Charith Asalanka.
At the end of the powerplay, Sri Lanka were already in deep trouble, reeling at 37/4.
Rishad Hossain, Mustafizur, and Mehidy Wrap It Up
With the top order gone, Sri Lanka hoped Pathum Nissanka could anchor the innings. He briefly resisted with 32 runs, but became one of Rishad Hossain’s three scalps. The leg-spinner also dismissed Chamika Karunaratne, while Mehidy Hasan removed Dasun Shanaka to end any remaining hopes.
Mustafizur Rahman, Saifuddin, and Rishad mopped up the tail, bundling out Sri Lanka in just 15.2 overs for 94 runs, sealing a convincing 83-run victory.
Captain’s Words and What Lies Ahead
After the win, Bangladesh captain Litton Das praised the team’s resilience and all-round effort. On the other hand, Sri Lanka were left to reflect on yet another batting collapse, their second in two games.
The series now stands level at 1-1, with the final T20I set to be a decisive battle for regional supremacy.
🌐 Official Source: Match Report on ICC Website
✅ Brief Scores
Bangladesh: 177/7 in 20 overs (Litton Das 76, Shamim Hossain 48; Binura Fernando 3/31)
Sri Lanka: 94 all out in 15.2 overs (Pathum Nissanka 32; Rishad Hossain 3/18, Shoriful Islam 2/12)
Result: Bangladesh won by 83 runs
