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Shakib Al Hasan might not be too keen to read into his team's standing in this Asia Cup but truth be told, performances will matter. There's a World Cup to be played in very similar climes after all but, more importantly, these fixtures kickstart the battle of one-upmanship in what's a very crowded Asian pool. For there's Bangladesh and Afghanistan too now, two nations with very decent ODI outfits who are desperate to make a mark in World Cups and who will secretly know that this edition in India could be their best chance to do that.
This entire interplay is what makes Thursday's clash between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh a very interesting affair. Sri Lanka might have breezed through the World Cup qualifiers but the challenge they are going to come up against here will be several times over. And having to qualify for a World Cup, especially with their history, comes with its own baggage, something that Bangladesh will be aware of. That they registered their maiden bilateral series win over Sri Lanka the last time they played them will only help their confidence.
That said, Sri Lanka will be taking on Bangladesh at home and that shakes up the dynamic just that little bit. But Dasun Shanaka's side will rue the absence of mainstays in Wanindu Hasaranga, Dushmantha Chameera, Lahiru Kumara and Dilshan Madhushanka, all of whom are out with injuries, leaving Sri Lanka to fend with whatever little they have on their plate.
Bangladesh, on the other hand, will be looking to emerge from the shadows of their veterans, the overdependence on whom has plagued them in the past. Fortunately, there are several young names to stake a claim. Five members from the victorious Under-19 World Cup team have been included in the Asia Cup squad and how Bangladesh allow them to flourish could be crucial to their chances.
When: Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka, 2nd Match, Group B, August 31, 02:30 PM LOCAL
Where: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium
What to expect: Thundershowers are predicted at the start of the match. The playing surfaces at Pallekele often have something for both batters and bowlers, and expect more of the same this time around. The last ODI played here saw Ibrahim Zadran score 162, Rashid Khan pick a four-wicket haul and Kasun Rajitha return 3 for 60.
Team News & Tactics:
Sri Lanka:Struggling with a slew of injuries to several key players, Sri Lanka will need to make adjustments to put a balanced XI on the field. Dushan Hemantha, a legspinning all-rounder, is likely to fill in for the injured Wanindu Hasaranga. It's unclear whether Kusal Perera, who is part of the squad but is recovering from Covid-19, is fit to play.
Bangladesh: Litton Das is out of Asia Cup with an illness and Anamul Haque has been added as his replacement. He, though, is unlikely yo get a game with Tanzim Tamim and Naim Sheikh set to open. Playing two offspinners is on the table considering there are several left-handed batters in the opposition.
What they said:
"Yes, of course he (Litton) is a big miss as he was part of this team for the last four-five years consistently and he has been playing very well in the last couple of years. Having said that, this will give someone else an opportunity. As for Anamul replacing Litton, it's a like-for-like replacement as both of them are wicket-keepers and bat at the top of the order. We don't have a second wicket-keeper and it is a factor for us because in case something happens to Mushfiq bhai during a game, especially concussion or small injuries and he cannot keep in that game, we need a second wicket-keeper" - Shakib Al Hasan, Bangladesh captain.
Squads:
Sri Lanka Squad: Pathum Nissanka, Dimuth Karunaratne, Kusal Mendis(w), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Dasun Shanaka(c), Dushan Hemantha, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Kasun Rajitha, Kusal Perera, Pramod Madushan, Dunith Wellalage, Binura Fernando
Bangladesh Squad: Tanzid Hasan, Mohammad Naim, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, Shakib Al Hasan(c), Mushfiqur Rahim(w), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Mahedi Hasan, Taskin Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam, Afif Hossain, Anamul Haque, Nasum Ahmed, Shamim Hossain, Tanzim Hasan Sakib
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This entire interplay is what makes Thursday's clash between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh a very interesting affair. Sri Lanka might have breezed through the World Cup qualifiers but the challenge they are going to come up against here will be several times over. And having to qualify for a World Cup, especially with their history, comes with its own baggage, something that Bangladesh will be aware of. That they registered their maiden bilateral series win over Sri Lanka the last time they played them will only help their confidence.
That said, Sri Lanka will be taking on Bangladesh at home and that shakes up the dynamic just that little bit. But Dasun Shanaka's side will rue the absence of mainstays in Wanindu Hasaranga, Dushmantha Chameera, Lahiru Kumara and Dilshan Madhushanka, all of whom are out with injuries, leaving Sri Lanka to fend with whatever little they have on their plate.
Bangladesh, on the other hand, will be looking to emerge from the shadows of their veterans, the overdependence on whom has plagued them in the past. Fortunately, there are several young names to stake a claim. Five members from the victorious Under-19 World Cup team have been included in the Asia Cup squad and how Bangladesh allow them to flourish could be crucial to their chances.
When: Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka, 2nd Match, Group B, August 31, 02:30 PM LOCAL
Where: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium
What to expect: Thundershowers are predicted at the start of the match. The playing surfaces at Pallekele often have something for both batters and bowlers, and expect more of the same this time around. The last ODI played here saw Ibrahim Zadran score 162, Rashid Khan pick a four-wicket haul and Kasun Rajitha return 3 for 60.
Team News & Tactics:
Sri Lanka:Struggling with a slew of injuries to several key players, Sri Lanka will need to make adjustments to put a balanced XI on the field. Dushan Hemantha, a legspinning all-rounder, is likely to fill in for the injured Wanindu Hasaranga. It's unclear whether Kusal Perera, who is part of the squad but is recovering from Covid-19, is fit to play.
Bangladesh: Litton Das is out of Asia Cup with an illness and Anamul Haque has been added as his replacement. He, though, is unlikely yo get a game with Tanzim Tamim and Naim Sheikh set to open. Playing two offspinners is on the table considering there are several left-handed batters in the opposition.
What they said:
"Yes, of course he (Litton) is a big miss as he was part of this team for the last four-five years consistently and he has been playing very well in the last couple of years. Having said that, this will give someone else an opportunity. As for Anamul replacing Litton, it's a like-for-like replacement as both of them are wicket-keepers and bat at the top of the order. We don't have a second wicket-keeper and it is a factor for us because in case something happens to Mushfiq bhai during a game, especially concussion or small injuries and he cannot keep in that game, we need a second wicket-keeper" - Shakib Al Hasan, Bangladesh captain.
Squads:
Sri Lanka Squad: Pathum Nissanka, Dimuth Karunaratne, Kusal Mendis(w), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Dasun Shanaka(c), Dushan Hemantha, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Kasun Rajitha, Kusal Perera, Pramod Madushan, Dunith Wellalage, Binura Fernando
Bangladesh Squad: Tanzid Hasan, Mohammad Naim, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, Shakib Al Hasan(c), Mushfiqur Rahim(w), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Mahedi Hasan, Taskin Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam, Afif Hossain, Anamul Haque, Nasum Ahmed, Shamim Hossain, Tanzim Hasan Sakib
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derby !
But knowing Bangladesh, they always come back strong
Could use a steadier hand
