In a high-voltage Group B encounter of the Asia Cup 2025 between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi, Sri Lankan pacer Nuwan Thushara made an immediate impact with the new ball. Delivering a fiery first over, Thushara dismissed Bangladesh opener Tanzid Hasan for a six-ball duck, setting the tone for Sri Lanka after opting to bowl first.
Thushara’s slingy action and inswingers troubled Tanzid throughout the over. The left-hander attempted to flick and drive, but found himself repeatedly beaten. On the final delivery of the over, a perfectly executed inswinging delivery sneaked past Tanzid’s defense and rattled the stumps. The dismissal read: Tanzid Hasan b Nuwan Thushara 0 (6).
Bangladesh had opened with Parvez Hossain Emon and Tanzid Hasan, but the early breakthrough gave Sri Lanka the upper hand right away. Litton Das, leading Bangladesh as captain and wicketkeeper, now carries the responsibility of stabilizing the innings with a strong middle order featuring Towhid Hridoy, Jaker Ali, and Shamim Hossain.
Sri Lanka, captained by Charith Asalanka, included a strong bowling attack with Wanindu Hasaranga, Dushmantha Chameera, Matheesha Pathirana, and Thushara sharing the new ball duties. With the dismissal coming in the very first over, the Lankans will look to capitalize on the early momentum.
The Asia Cup 2025 Group B match began at 8:00 PM local time, with Sri Lanka winning the toss and choosing to field. All eyes are now on Bangladesh’s batting response after the setback in the opening over.
