Sri Lanka Vs Bangladesh Live Score, 1st ODI: Follow Scorecard And Match Action From Colombo
Following their ninth-place finish in the 2023 World Cup, which led to missing out on a Champions Trophy spot, the islanders have made a remarkable comeback by securing series victories against formidable teams like India and Australia.
This impressive streak has elevated them to fourth in the ICC ODI rankings, but captain Charith Asalanka emphasizes that they are not complacent. The series occurs amid adjustments to playing conditions that captains are still adapting to, particularly the rule concerning ball usage in the final stages of an innings.
Meanwhile, Bangladesh arrives with a new approach. All-rounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz has replaced Najmul Hossain Shanto as captain, marking a rebuilding phase for the team with seasoned players like Mushfiqur Rahim, Mahmudullah, and Soumya Sarkar either retired or out of favour.
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