Sri Lanka clinch a stunning 7-wicket win over Bangladesh in the 1st T20I at Pallekele on July 10, 2025. Mendis shines with 73 off 51, Nissanka fires early. Full match recap, key stats & player of the match—watch highlights.
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Match Highlights Sri Lanka Vs Bangladesh T20I Series July 10, 2025
On July 10, 2025, at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy, Sri Lanka kicked off the three-match T20I series against Bangladesh in emphatic fashion, chasing down 155 in just 19 overs to seal a 7-wicket victory.
Player of the Match – Kusal Mendis
Awarded for his composed yet influential 73 off 51, Mendis praised the “slow, turning wicket” and credited the crowd’s roaring support .Kusal Mendis’s masterclass anchored the innings, including a composed half-century building Sri Lanka’s momentum.Kusal Mendis stood tall as the perfect blend of calmness and class. Walking in after a blazing start by Pathum Nissanka, Mendis took charge with a composed and calculated innings that displayed both experience and elegance.
Mendis after the match: “It wasn’t an easy pitch. The new ball came on well, but the spinners were tricky. I just wanted to bat deep and guide the team home. Credit to Nissanka for the amazing start. It made my job easier.
Pathum Nissanka: The Firestarter Who Set the Tone for Victory
What a start! 🔥 Pathum Nissanka smashed 42 runs off just 16 balls, setting the tone for our chase.
If Kusal Mendis was the anchor, Pathum Nissanka was the blazing torch that lit up Pallekele. Opening the innings for Sri Lanka, Nissanka came out with pure intent and stunned the Bangladesh bowling attack right from ball one. His explosive knock of 42 runs off just 16 balls included 3 fours and 3 massive sixes, sending a clear message: Sri Lanka means business.
At just 27, Pathum Nissanka is fast becoming Sri Lanka’s most dependable T20 opener, blending traditional technique with modern-day aggression. His fearless approach not only dismantled Bangladesh’s bowling early on but also gave his team the psychological edge that carried through the chase.
Captain Dasun Shanaka on Nissanka: “The way Pathum started was unbelievable. He set the tone for the entire game. We needed that kind of energy upfront.”
🏏 Match Highlights Sri Lanka Vs Bangladesh T20I Series: 1st T20I Scoreboard
📍 Venue: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy
📅 Date: July 10, 2025
🇧🇩 Bangladesh Innings – 154/5 (20 Overs)
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parvez Hossain Emon | 38 | 22 | 5 | 2 |
| Mehidy Hasan Miraz | 29 | 23 | 2 | 1 |
| Towhid Hridoy | 24 | 19 | 2 | 0 |
| Mahmudullah | 21 | 17 | 1 | 1 |
| Afif Hossain | 18* | 15 | 1 | 0 |
| Jaker Ali | 8* | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Extras: 16 (b 0, lb 5, nb 1, wd 10)
Total: 154/5 (20 overs)
Top Bowlers (SL): Maheesh Theekshana 2/37, Dasun Shanaka 1/23
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka Innings – 159/3 (19 Overs)
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pathum Nissanka | 42 | 16 | 3 | 3 |
| Kusal Mendis | 73 | 51 | 7 | 1 |
| Sadeera Samarawickrama | 10 | 9 | 1 | 0 |
| Charith Asalanka | 24* | 14 | 2 | 1 |
Extras: 10 (b 1, lb 2, nb 0, wd 7)
Total: 159/3 (19 overs)
Top Bowlers (BAN): Rishad Hossain 1/29, Mahedi Hasan 1/28
Sri Lanka won by 7 wickets
Match Highlights Sri Lanka Vs Bangladesh T20I Series: Match Summary
- Result: Sri Lanka won by 7 wickets (with 6 balls remaining)
- Player of the Match: Kusal Mendis – 73 (51)
- Series Status: Sri Lanka lead 1–0
Match Highlights Sri Lanka Vs Bangladesh T20I Series: What’s Next?
The second T20I will unfold on July 13, 2025, in Dambulla. Sri Lanka now leads 1‑0, eyeing a series sweep. Bangladesh must regroup quickly to bounce back strong.
Sri Lanka’s clinical batting display, led by Nissanka and Mendis, and disciplined bowling underlined a confident start to the series. With strong spin control and bat-first dominance, they’ve set the tone—and the record views—right from day one
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