Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka, World Cup 2023 Score:
In the thrilling ODI World Cup 2023, Bangladesh has carved its name into the annals of history. Shattering their chain of defeats, they bulldozed over Sri Lanka for the first time in World Cup history. This crucial match was played at Delhi's Arun Jaitley Stadium, where Bangladesh clinched a nail-biting 3-wicket victory.
The Sri Lankan team set a formidable target of 280 runs after batting first upon losing the toss. In a determined response, the Bangladeshi team secured the win while conceding 7 wickets. Standout performances included Najmul Hossain Shanto's solid 90-run innings, while captain Shakib Al Hasan contributed an impressive 82 runs. The duo's partnership was seminal, amassing 169 runs off 149 balls for the third wicket.
This partnership proved to be the pivotal turning point of the match. Sri Lanka attempted a comeback but was unable to turn the tide. Remarkably, of the four matches played between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka in the World Cup, this is Bangladesh's first win, having previously lost three encounters. Sri Lankan fast bowler Dilshan Madushanka took 3 wickets, while Maheesh Theekshana and Angelo Mathews both struck twice.
A notable 'Time Out' controversy also sparked during this match (for the full story, click
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Drama unfolded as Angelo Mathews was timed out during the Sri Lankan innings, an unprecedented event in 146 years of cricket history. After Sadira's dismissal, Mathews entered the field only to have his helmet strap break immediately. Requesting a replacement helmet delayed his readiness. Bowler Shakib Al Hasan appealed, leading to Mathews being timed out by the on-field umpire before he could face a ball. Consequently, Bangladesh secured two wickets in a single delivery.
Bangladesh Innings Highlights:
First wicket:
Tanzid Hassan (9) wicket taken by Dilshan Madushanka, 17/1
Second wicket:
Liton Das (23) wicket taken by Dilshan Madushanka, 41/2
Third wicket:
Shakib Al Hasan (82) wicket taken by Angelo Mathews, 210/3
Fourth wicket:
Najmul Hossain Shanto (90) wicket taken by Angelo Mathews, 211/4
Fifth wicket:
Mushfiqur Rahim (10) wicket taken by Dilshan Madushanka, 249/5
Sixth wicket:
Mahmudullah (22) wicket taken by Maheesh Theekshana, 255/6
Seventh wicket:
Mehidy Hasan Miraz (3) wicket taken by Maheesh Theekshana, 269/7
Charith Asalanka's Memorable Century
Sri Lanka's batting, after losing the toss, had a shaky start with Kusal Perera's early wicket loss. A partnership between Kusal Mendis and Pathum Nissanka steadied the innings. Mendis scored 19 runs off 30 balls with a four and a six, while Nissanka contributed 41 runs off 36 balls with eight boundaries.
Following Nissanka's departure, Charith Asalanka took charge and delivered a breathtaking innings of 108 runs against the Bangladeshi bowlers, hitting six boundaries and five sixes. Sadira Samarawickrama and Dhananjaya de Silva provided solid support. Sadira scored 41 runs and Dhananjaya contributed 34 (4 fours, one six). Asalanka's stunning century set Sri Lanka's final score at 279 after 49.3 overs. Tanzim Hasan Shakib was the most successful for Bangladesh with three dismissals.
Sri Lanka Innings Highlights: (279 all out in 49.3 overs)
First wicket:
Kusal Perera (4) dismissed by Shoriful Islam, 5/1
Second wicket:
Kusal Mendis (19) dismissed by Shakib Al Hasan, 66/2
Third wicket:
Pathum Nissanka (41) dismissed by Tanzim Hasan Shakib, 72/3
Fourth wicket:
Sadira Samarawickrama (41) dismissed by Shakib Al Hasan, 135/4
Fifth wicket:
Angelo Mathews (0) timed out, 135/5
Sixth wicket:
Dhananjaya de Silva (34) dismissed by Mehidy Hasan Miraz, 234/6
Seventh wicket:
Maheesh Theekshana (22) dismissed by Shoriful Islam, 258/7
Eighth wicket:
Charith Asalanka (108) dismissed by Tanzim Hasan Shakib, 278/8
Ninth wicket:
Kasun Rajitha (0) dismissed by Tanzim Hasan Shakib, 278/9
Tenth wicket:
Dushmantha Chameera (4) run out by Mushfiqur Rahim, 279/10
World Cup Exit for Sri Lanka and Bangladesh
Both Sri Lanka and Bangladesh have had a disappointing run, effectively out of the semi-final race. Sri Lanka had managed just two wins in eight matches, whereas Bangladesh managed two victories in the same number of games.
