Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh: Expected lineups, betting predictions and odds

Sri Lanka are all set to take on Bangladesh in the second match of the Super Four stage of the Asia Cup 2023. Bangladesh would be on the brink of elimination, if they lose against hosts Sr Lanka. 

The game will be played on Saturday, September 9 at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo at 15:00 hrs IST. 

Both teams qualified for the Super Fours from Group B. Sri Lanka and Bangladesh have met once already in the ongoing Asia Cup 2023. In their earlier meeting, Sri Lanka thrashed Bangladesh by chasing the required 165 runs in 39 overs. 

In this article, The Sporting News looks at the Predicted XIs, Head-to-Head record, and match prediction for the game between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh.

Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh: Predicted XI

Predicted XI for Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Dimuth Karunaratne, Kusal Mendis (wk), Sadeera Samirawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya De Silva, Dasun Shanaka (C), Dunith Wellalage, Maheesha Theekshana, Kasun Rajitha, Matheesha Pathirana.

Predicted XI for Bangladesh: Mohammad Naim, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, Shakib Al Hasan (c), Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), Shamim Hossain, Hasan Mahmud, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam.

Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh Head-to-Head in ODIs

Sri Lanka and Bangladesh have faced each other in 52 ODI matches. The Head-to-Head record stands 41-9 in favor of Sri Lanka. 

Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh: Weather forecast in Colombo

The forecast suggests a high chance of rainfall in Colombo. The conditions are expected to be humid throughout the day.

The extreme conditions could also lead to a possible wash-out. In that case, the spoils will be shared, and both teams will be awarded a point each.

Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh betting odds

Sri Lanka are stark favourites according to bookkeepers.

Asia Cup 2023 Super Fours: Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh prediction

Sri Lanka go into the clash as the favourites. The hosts have already had their number against Bangladesh once in this tournament. Bangladesh on the other hand, would have the pressure to win, as a loss would have them eliminated.

Sri Lanka have been unbeaten so far in the tournament, winning both of their group stage games. It would only be a surprise if Bangladesh get the better of them on Saturday.

If weather permits, we predict a win for Sri Lanka in their opening Super Four game against Bangladesh.