Asia Cup 2025: Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka 5th Match Prediction - Who will win today's match between BAN vs SL 5th T20I match?

The most anticipated Asia Cup 2025 rivalry is here. The fifth match of the tournament will see Bangladesh taking on Sri Lanka at the Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi on 13th September. 

Bangladesh

Bangladesh have been doing well in the T20I cricket lately; Litton Das-led side registered a convincing 7-wicket victory in their first match against Hong Kong. With this victory, they extended their winning streak to three matches. While bowling first, Bangladesh restricted Hong Kong to just 143/7 in the first innings, where Taskin Ahmed, Tanzim Hasan Sakib and Rishad Hossein took two wickets each. Later, they chased down the target with 7 wickets in hand. Litton Das scored a brilliant half-century (59 from 39 balls) and claimed the Player of the Match award. With a victory in their next match, the Bangla Tigers will confirm their spot in the Super Four.

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka, on the other hand, is coming off a fresh T20I series victory over Zimbabwe earlier this month. They won the three-match series 2-1. The island nation will take some time to adjust to the surface of the UAE, but considering its form, it can pose a threat and will be aiming for a good start. Charith Asalanka is all set to lead the side at this mega event. The squad also brings a mix of experienced and young players. Where Patthum Nissanka, Nuwanindu Fernando and Kusal Mendis will take care of the top order, then Chrith Asalanka, Dasun Shanka, and Wanindu Hasaranga will take care of the middle order. 

BAN vs SL 5th T20I Match Details

BAN vs SL 5th T20I Pitch Report

The venue at the Zayed Cricket Stadium is mostly a tricky surface, which is generally not a high-scoring ground. The bounce of the pitch tends to be on the lower side. As a result, the batters have to remain focused and work hard to pick up the good length deliveries. Moreover, batting under the lights remains a major factor here, where batters in the second innings face major issues, and it remains a tough task. In addition, the average first innings score averages between 140 and 150, which is generally an under-par total. However, as the game progresses, off-spinners and medium pacers will get some help. 

BAN vs SL 5th T20I Weather Report

The weather is expected to remain hot and humid throughout the entire match, with no rain predicted. The conditions are expected to be humid with 50-60% humidity. The maximum temperature will be around 38-42 °C, followed by a wind speed of 15 kmph. 

BAN vs SL Head-to-Head Records

BAN vs SL 5th T20I Probable XI

• Bangladesh: Tanzid Hasan Tamin, Parvez Hossain Emon, Towhid Hridoy, Litton Das (wk & c), Jaker Ali, Mahedi Hassan, Rishad Hossain, Shamim Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Mustafizur Rahman

• Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis (wk), Kusal Perera, Nuwanidu Fernando, Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka (c), Dasun Shanaka, Maheesh Theekshana, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dushmantha Chameera, Nuwan Thushara

Players To Watch Out For In BAN vs SL 5th T20I Match

• Litton Das | BAN: The 30-year-old skipper of Bangladesh has been in phenomenal form lately, scoring 145 runs in just three matches against the Dutch at an average of 145 runs. Overall, he has featured in 110 T20I matches and has scored 2437 runs. He is one such batter who takes his time to settle at the crease but goes big after getting some runs. 

• Pathum Nissanka | SL: Pathum Nissanka is one of the finest batters in this Sri Lankan team, amassing huge runs in his best form. The young 27-year-old right-hand opener starts assault from the beginning and has amassed 1950 runs total in his 68 matches so far. 

BAN vs SL 5th T20I Toss Prediction

Historical Toss-Winning Stats at the Venue

• In the last five T20 matches played at this venue, the teams that won the toss have opted to bowl on four occasions, and toss-winning teams have opted to bat for once.. 

Advantages of Bowling First on This Pitch

• The team batting first at this venue has won 30 out of the total 70 matches played here, while the teams batting second have won 40. This makes it clear that the team winning the toss should opt to bowl first and try to restrict the opponents under the par score.

BAN vs SL Today's Match Scenario

Scenario 1

• Toss Winner: Bangladesh (opts to bowl first)
• Power-Play Score: 45-50
• SL Total: 140-155
• Match Winner: Bangladesh

Scenario 2

• Toss Winner: Sri Lanka (opts to bowl first)
• Power-Play Score: 48-55
• BAN Total: 165-175
• Match Winner: Bangladesh

Who will win today's BAN vs SL T20I match?

By looking at the recent form of both teams, this match is going to be favourable for Bangladesh as they are coming into this tournament on the back of phenomenal form. Moreover, they recently defeated 2-1 in the three match T20I series against Sri Lanka and would be looking to repeat the same performance here in the Asia Cup 2025 match.