Bangladesh bounces back to level T-20 series against Sri Lanka
In a thrilling second T-20 match in Sylhet, Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto's unbeaten 53 off 38 balls, along with Tawhid Hridoy's 32 not out off 25 balls, led Bangladesh to an 8-wicket victory over Sri Lanka. This win helped Bangladesh level the series after losing the first game.
In a thrilling second T-20 match in Sylhet, Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto's unbeaten 53 off 38 balls, along with Tawhid Hridoy's 32 not out off 25 balls, led Bangladesh to an 8-wicket victory over Sri Lanka. This win helped Bangladesh level the series after losing the first game.
Bangladesh's Dominance
After a disappointing start in the series, Bangladesh put up a strong team effort in the second T-20 match. Sri Lanka managed to score only 165 for 5 wickets, which proved to be not challenging enough for the Bangladeshi team. Openers Litton Das (36) and Saumya Sakar (26) set the tone for Bangladesh with a solid start, adding 68 runs to the scoreboard.
Controversy and Control
Despite a controversial incident between the Sri Lankan players and the on-field umpires following a not-out decision against Saumya Sakar, Bangladesh's batsmen maintained their composure and controlled the game well. They secured the victory with 11 balls to spare, with skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto sealing the win with a winning six over Dasun Shanaka. Shanto's performance earned him the title of Man of the Match.
Sri Lanka's Struggles
On the other hand, Sri Lanka faced difficulties right from the start. After Bangladesh won the toss and chose to field first, Sri Lankan openers Avishka Fernando and Kusal Mendis struggled once again. Avishka Fernando was dismissed for a duck after facing 7 balls, continuing his poor form from the previous match.
Kusal Mendis showed some resistance, scoring 36 runs off 22 balls, but his departure added pressure on the Sri Lankan team. Despite efforts from experienced players like Angelo Mathews and Dasun Shanaka, Sri Lanka finished with 165 for 5 wickets, falling short of a challenging total.
Looking Ahead
With the series now level, both teams will be gearing up for the third and final T-20 game on March 9th at the same venue in Sylhet. It will be a crucial decider to determine the ultimate winner of the series.
Brief scores:
- Sri Lanka: 165 for 5 wickets in 20 overs
- Bangladesh: 170 for 2 wickets in 18.1 overs
The stage is set for an exciting finale as Bangladesh and Sri Lanka battle it out for T-20 supremacy.
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