Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka World Cup 2023 warm-up match Highlights : In a thrilling warm-up encounter leading up to the ODI World Cup, Bangladesh exhibited their cricketing prowess, securing a resounding triumph against Sri Lanka and solidifying their credentials as a formidable contender in the tournament. The contest, held in Guwahati, witnessed Bangladesh’s confident pursuit of Sri Lanka’s 263-run target, with eight overs to spare, culminating in a convincing seven-wicket victory.
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The spotlight of the match shone brightly on Bangladesh’s top-order triumvirate – Tanzid Hasan, Litton Das, and Mehidy Hasan Miraz – who delivered exceptional half-centuries. Tanzid Hasan, a relative newcomer to international cricket with a mere five ODIs to his name, illuminated the stadium with a blazing innings of 84 runs from 88 deliveries. His audacious strokeplay, featuring ten boundaries and two colossal sixes, left Sri Lanka’s bowling unit in disarray, struggling to apply any pressure. Tanzid’s phenomenal 131-run opening partnership with Litton Das, who contributed a crucial 61, laid a rock-solid foundation for Bangladesh’s chase.
Mehidy Hasan Miraz, entrusted with the captaincy role for this fixture, not only led by example with an unbeaten 67 but also demonstrated his prowess with the ball, conceding a mere 32 runs in his ten overs while snaring a wicket.
Sri Lanka, choosing to bat first, initially displayed promise with Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Perera forging an imposing opening partnership of 104 runs. Nissanka, in particular, stood out with an aggressive 68, while Dhananjaya de Silva crafted a well-compiled 55 at the number six position. However, Sri Lanka’s middle-order found themselves in a quagmire, as offspinner Mahedi Hasan showcased his bowling prowess by claiming three pivotal wickets for a meager 36 runs in his nine-over spell. The combined efforts of Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Shoriful Islam, Nasum Ahmed, and Mehidy culminated in Sri Lanka being bowled out in the final over.
Beyond the victory, Bangladesh can take immense pride in the emergence of Tanzid Hasan as a promising talent in international cricket. As he continues to acclimatize himself to the international stage, Bangladesh’s prospects are undeniably bolstered. Their next test awaits against England, with the warm-up match scheduled for Monday. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka will lock horns with Afghanistan in their forthcoming encounter at the same venue on Tuesday. Both teams are eagerly seeking to fine-tune their preparations ahead of the impending ODI World Cup.