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Times of Oman
03-07-2025
- Sport
- Times of Oman
Sri Lanka crush Bangladesh with historic collapse in 1st ODI, win by 77 runs
Colombo: Sri Lanka spinners Wanindu Hasaranga and Kamindu Mendis bagged seven wickets in the match as hosts registered a record collapse on Bangladesh and went on to win the match by 77 runs in the first ODI of the three-match series at R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. The pair were in fine form as Bangladesh lost seven wickets for just five runs on their way to being dismissed for just 167 in reply to Sri Lanka's total of 244, with the hosts claiming victory in the series opener. Bangladesh were seemingly cruising to victory at 100/1 in the 17th over with Tanzid Hasan (67) and Najmul Hossain Shanto (23) at the crease, but went on to lose seven wickets in quick succession to fall to 105/8 in the 21st over and hand the home side the advantage. It was the fewest amount of runs added between the fall of the second wicket and the eighth wicket in men's ODI history, while it was the second-worst seven-wicket collapse in men's 50-over cricket behind the 7/3 Zimbabwe lost against Sri Lanka in Harare in 2008. Bangladesh pacer Taskin Ahmed - who was the final wicket of the collapse to fall when he was trapped LBW by Mendis to become his third victim, was at a loss to explain why the team's batters succumbed to Sri Lanka after such a positive start. "It reminds me that in cricket, there is uncertainty. I wasn't expecting that. I was chilling in the dressing room with a coffee, and suddenly, five wickets down. Hopefully, we will come back stronger in the next game, and everyone will learn from the mistakes," Taskin said post-match as quoted by ICC. "After that great start, we were a bit relaxed. Everything was going our way, and suddenly, that run-out and one of our set batters, Tamim, got out. Then we panicked a bit. We didn't play our natural game, and under pressure, we collapsed. Stats-wise, this is a very low-scoring ground, especially if you bat second, and there is a high chance you lose the game. Still, this game was in our hands, and we could have done a bit better," the seamer added. Earlier, skipper Charith Asalanka did the damage for Sri Lanka with a composed innings of 106 from 123 deliveries to help the hosts post a decent total. Asalanka hit six fours and four sixes during his knock and was adjudged Player of the Match for his heroics with the bat. "I wanted to play according to the situation. We were disappointed with the way we finished in the last 10 overs. We knew we were a few runs short, but the fielding was amazing today. We emphasise a lot on fielding. We believe catches win matches, and it was there to be seen today. We have done well in ODIs in the last 12 months, having beaten Australia and India. We are ranked fourth in the world, and we want to address a few shortcomings and finish this series strong," Asalanka said after the match. The second match of the three-game series is in Colombo on Saturday. Brief Score: Sri Lanka 244 all out in 49.2 overs (Charith Asalanka 106, Kusal Mendis 45; Taskin Ahmed 4/47) vs Bangladesh 167 all out in 35.5 overs (Tanzid Hasan 62, Jaker Ali 51; Wanindu Hasaranga 4/10).
Time of India
03-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
From 100/1 to 105/8! Bangladesh suffer dramatic collapse under lights as Sri Lanka seal stunning 77-run victory
Bangladesh's Towhid Hridoy bowled out during the first ODI against Sri Lanka. (AP Photo) Bangladesh suffered one of their most spectacular ODI meltdowns in recent memory, collapsing under lights to hand Sri Lanka a dramatic 77-run win in the first ODI at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. Chasing a manageable target of 245, Bangladesh were cruising at 100 for 1 before losing seven wickets for just five runs in a jaw-dropping 26-ball stretch. From a position of dominance, the visitors unraveled in chaos and were bundled out for 167, gifting Sri Lanka a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! The collapse began with the run-out of Najmul Hossain Shanto, who had looked set during a fluent 71-run stand with opener Tanzid Hasan. Fresh from scoring twin centuries in the drawn Galle Test, Shanto called for a risky second run and was caught short by a rocket throw from debutant Milan Rathnayake, triggering panic in the Bangladesh ranks. Poll What do you think was the turning point in Bangladesh's innings? Najmul Hossain Shanto's run-out Sri Lanka's spin bowling Poor shot selection by Bangladesh Pressure from the crowd Sensing blood, Sri Lanka unleashed their spin duo - Wanindu Hasaranga and Kamindu Mendis - who tore through the middle order with relentless precision. Hasaranga finished with a remarkable 4 for 10, including his 100th ODI wicket, becoming the second-fastest Sri Lankan to the milestone in just 64 matches, behind Ajantha Mendis. EXCLUSIVE | David Gower on Shubman Gill, Jasprit Bumrah and India's England tour Kamindu Mendis, showcasing his ambidextrous spin, picked up three for 36, as the visitors wilted in a flurry of poor shot selection and nerves. Earlier, it was Charith Asalanka's composed 106 that propped up the Sri Lankan innings after they slipped to 29 for 3. His fifth ODI hundred, built on patience and resolve, helped guide the hosts to 244, a total that proved more than enough under the lights. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
India Today
02-07-2025
- Sport
- India Today
5 runs 7 wickets: Bangladesh lose 1st ODI after humiliating collapse vs Sri Lanka
Bangladesh suffered a horrendous batting collapse as Sri Lanka took a 1-0 lead in the ODI series with a commanding 77-run win on Wednesday, July 2, at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. The Tigers lost seven wickets for just five runs, slumping from 100 for one to 105 for eight in the space of just 27 opting to bat first, Charith Asalanka's fifth ODI hundred helped Sri Lanka post 244 in 49.2 overs. The hosts got off to a rough start, with Pathum Nissanka, Nishan Madushka, and Kamindu Mendis all falling for single-digit scores. Asalanka and Kusal Mendis revived the innings with a 60-run stand before Tanvir Islam dismissed Mendis for reached his fifty off 61 balls and went on to complete his century in 117 deliveries. The left-hander scored 106 off 123 balls, hitting six fours and four sixes. However, Sri Lanka were bowled out with four balls remaining in their innings. Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh, 1st ODI HighlightsJanith Liyanage (29), Milan Rathnayake (22), and Wanindu Hasaranga (22) provided valuable support to Asalanka. For Bangladesh, Taskin Ahmed was the standout bowler with figures of 10-2-47-4. Tanzim Hasan Sakib picked up three wickets, while newly-appointed skipper Mehidy Hasan Miraz went Blood to Sri Lanka! Brilliant display by our Lions! Sri Lanka beat Bangladesh by 77 runs and take 1-0 lead in the ODI series! On to the next one!#SLvBAN #SriLanka Sri Lanka Cricket (@OfficialSLC) July 2, 2025advertisementBangladesh surrender tamely Parvez Hossain Emon looked promising during his 13-run knock before being dismissed by Asitha Fernando. Following his departure, Tanzid Hasan Tamim and Najmul Hossain Shanto steadied the innings with a 71-run partnership for the second wicket. However, once Shanto was run out for 23 while attempting a second run, the Bangladesh innings spin duo of Kamindu Mendis and Wanindu Hasaranga unleashed chaos, with the Bangladeshi batters appearing completely at sea. Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Litton Das both fell for ducks, while Towhid Hridoy managed just one run. Despite Tanzid laying a solid foundation with a 62-run knock off 61 balls, his efforts ultimately went in Ali Anik tried to resist the collapse and notched a fighting half-century off 58 balls. However, his efforts only delayed the inevitable, as Bangladesh were bowled out for 167 in 35.5 overs. Hasaranga ended the innings by trapping Jaker lbw to seal the was the standout with the ball, returning remarkable figures of 7.5-2-10-4. Kamindu Mendis was equally effective, taking 3 wickets for just 19 runs in his 5 will look to bounce back when the second ODI takes place on Saturday, July 5.- EndsMust Watch
Khaleej Times
02-07-2025
- Sport
- Khaleej Times
Bangladesh collapse in ODI series opener to hand Sri Lanka big win
Bangladesh suffered a stunning batting collapse under lights as Sri Lanka snatched a 77-run victory in the first one-day international in Colombo on Wednesday. Chasing a modest 245, the visitors looked to be cruising at 100 for one, before the wheels came off spectacularly — losing seven wickets for just five runs in the space of 26 balls to be eventually shot out for 167. It was a catastrophic implosion that saw the visitors go from cruise control to crisis mode in the blink of an eye. The turning point came with the run out of the set Najmul Hossain Shanto, who had been looking in ominous touch during a fluent 71-run stand with Tanzid Hasan. Shanto, fresh off twin tons in the recent drawn Galle Test, was beginning to assert himself when he called for a risky second run, only to be caught short by a bullet throw from debutant Milan Rathnayake from deep mid-wicket. That moment turned the tide — and Sri Lanka pounced. Enter spin twins Wanindu Hasaranga and Kamindu Mendis, who spun a web around the bewildered Bangladesh middle order. The pair shared seven wickets between them as Bangladesh cracked under pressure. Hasaranga struck twice in his opening over — trapping Litton Das plumb in front for a duck and then watching Janith Liyanage pull off a blinder at mid-off to send Tanzid back to the pavilion for a top score of 62. Mendis, the ambidextrous spinner who bowls both right-arm off-spin and left-arm orthodox, then joined the act. His variation proved too much for the shell-shocked tourists. Hasaranga milestone It was a night to remember for Hasaranga, who brought up a personal milestone as he claimed his 100th ODI wicket — becoming the second fastest Sri Lankan to the mark in 64 games, just one behind Ajantha Mendis. He finished with four for 10. Sri Lanka were penalised with five penalty runs added to the extras for starting the 36th over of Bangladesh's innings late after being warned twice earlier in the evening. Skipper Charith Asalanka's fighting century held Sri Lanka's innings together after they were rocked early at 29 for three. The left-hander mixed caution with aggression to compile his fifth ODI hundred. Asalanka found handy allies in the lower middle order to steer Sri Lanka to 244 before being bowled out with four deliveries to spare. His knock proved to be the difference on a day when composure under pressure separated the two sides. Bangladesh skipper Mehidy Hasan Miraz admitted his batsmen had not been up to scratch. "We started off so well and then the run out cost us dearly. Our middle order was a disappointment as we didn't handle the pressure well. We should have got a partnership going," he said. "It is tough to lose, but we are a better team than this. We will bounce back in two days' time." Asalanka was named man of the match for his 106. "I wanted to play according to the situation. We were disappointed with the way we finished in the last 10 overs. We knew we were a few runs short but the fielding was amazing today," said Asalanka. "We emphasise a lot on fielding. We believe catches win matches and it was there to be seen today. We have done well in ODIs in the last 12 months having beaten Australia and India. "We are ranked fourth in the world and we want to address a few shortcomings and finish this series strong." The second ODI in the three-match series will be played at the same venue on Saturday.
Yahoo
27-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Nissanka leads with 158 as Sri Lanka reaches 401-6 at lunch on Day 3 of 2nd test vs Bangladesh
Bangladesh's Nayeem Hasan celebrates the wicket of Sri Lanka's Kamindu Mendis during the third day of the second cricket test match between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Friday, June 27, 2025. (AP Photo/Eranga Jayawardena) Bangladesh's Nayeem Hasan celebrates the wicket of Sri Lanka's Kamindu Mendis during the third day of the second cricket test match between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Friday, June 27, 2025. (AP Photo/Eranga Jayawardena) Sri Lanka's Prabath Jayasuriya plays a shot Bangladesh's Litton Das watches during the third day of the second cricket test match between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Friday, June 27, 2025. (AP Photo/Eranga Jayawardena) Sri Lanka's Kusal Mendis plays a shot during the third day of the second cricket test match between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Friday, June 27, 2025. (AP Photo/Eranga Jayawardena) Sri Lanka's Pathum Nissanka plays a shot during the third day of the second cricket test match between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Friday, June 27, 2025. (AP Photo/Eranga Jayawardena) Sri Lanka's Pathum Nissanka plays a shot during the third day of the second cricket test match between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Friday, June 27, 2025. (AP Photo/Eranga Jayawardena) Bangladesh's Nayeem Hasan celebrates the wicket of Sri Lanka's Kamindu Mendis during the third day of the second cricket test match between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Friday, June 27, 2025. (AP Photo/Eranga Jayawardena) Bangladesh's Nayeem Hasan celebrates the wicket of Sri Lanka's Kamindu Mendis during the third day of the second cricket test match between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Friday, June 27, 2025. (AP Photo/Eranga Jayawardena) Sri Lanka's Prabath Jayasuriya plays a shot Bangladesh's Litton Das watches during the third day of the second cricket test match between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Friday, June 27, 2025. (AP Photo/Eranga Jayawardena) Sri Lanka's Kusal Mendis plays a shot during the third day of the second cricket test match between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Friday, June 27, 2025. (AP Photo/Eranga Jayawardena) Sri Lanka's Pathum Nissanka plays a shot during the third day of the second cricket test match between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Friday, June 27, 2025. (AP Photo/Eranga Jayawardena) COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Opening batter Pathum Nissanka scored more than 150 runs in consecutive test matches as Sri Lanka strengthened its hold on the second cricket test, taking a 151-run first-innings lead at lunch on the third day. Bangladesh bowlers took four wickets in the first session to regain some control. Replying to Bangladesh's first-innings score of 247 all out, Sri Lanka reached 401 for six at the lunch break. Advertisement Sri Lanka resumed on the third day at 290 for two with Nissanka unbeaten on 146 batting with night watchman Prabath Jayasuriya. Nissanka followed his 187 in the first test in Galle with a brilliant 158 which included 19 boundaries off 254 deliveries in an innings lasting more than six hours. A second new ball taken by Bangladesh after 80 overs on Friday produced quick results when Nissanka stepped out and played a defensive shot against left-arm spinner Taijul Islam which resulted in a straight-forward catch to Anamul Haque at short cover. Taijul returned to dismiss Sri Lankan captain Dhananjaya de Silva (7) cheaply. His sliding delivery went straight and trapped de Silva lbw. Advertisement Jayasuriya was out for 10 after occupying the crease for 39 balls in 75 minutes, making good of his role in shielding the regular batters overnight. Jayasuriya was caught at slip by Mehidy Hasan Miraz off fast bowler Nahid Rana. Kamindu Mendis and Kusal Mendis shared a 49-run partnership in trying to stall a potential slide before offspin bowler Nayeem Hasan bowled Kamindu Mendis for 33. At the lunch break, Kusal Mendis was batting on 42 with rookie allrounder Sonal Dinusha on eight. Taijul was the pick of Bangladesh bowlers, taking three wickets for 114 runs while Hasan had two wickets. The first test in Galle ended in a draw. ___ AP cricket:
