Bangladesh shock Sri Lanka in opener, start Asia Cup Super 4 with a thriller

Asia Cup Super 4: Bangladesh snatch thriller against Sri Lanka.

Bangladesh pulled off a heart-stopping win against Sri Lanka in the first Super 4 match of the Asia Cup 2025 on September 20. Chasing 169, they nearly choked with 5 needed off the final over, but a quick single by Shamim Hossain sealed a nervy victory.

Opener Saif Hassan starred with 61 off 45 balls, supported by Litton Das (23) and Towhid Hridoy (58), putting Bangladesh in a strong position at 157/3 in 18 overs. However, late wickets from Sri Lanka’s bowlers, including a crucial DRS-assisted dismissal of Mahedi Hasan, brought the equation to 1 run needed off 2 balls.

Sri Lanka had been powered by Dasun Shanaka’s 64 off 37 balls, while Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis gave them a solid start. Spinners Mahedi Hasan and Mustafizur Rahman kept the run rate in check and struck at key moments to create pressure.

The match began with a minute’s silence for Dunith Wellalage’s late father, adding an emotional backdrop to the thrilling contest. With this win, Bangladesh take a big step toward a Super 4 final berth, while Sri Lanka must now beat India to stay in contention.

This nail-biter reinforced why the Bangladesh-Sri Lanka rivalry is one of the most captivating in the Asia Cup, delivering drama, tension, and top-class cricket in equal measure.