In the second match of the Asia Cup Super Four stage, Bangladesh emerged victorious in the coin toss and opted to begin with fielding against Sri Lanka.
In the Colombo-based match, Bangladesh’s skipper, Shakib Al Hasan, had the winning toss and chose to commence the game by fielding.
Shakib Al Hasan mentioned that there was a modification in their lineup, with Nasum Ahmed replacing Afif Hussain in the starting XI.
In response to the situation, Sri Lankan captain Dasan Shanaka expressed that he would have preferred to win the toss and bat first, given the cloudy conditions, but he aims to put up a strong performance.
Sri Lankan Squad:
Dasan Shanaka (captain), Patham Nissanka, Dimuth Karunaratne, Kaushal Mendis, Sudira Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Donath Velalj, Kasan Rajitha, Mahesh Rajakas, Mathisha Pathirana.
Bangladesh Squad:
Shakib Al Hasan (Captain), Mohammad Naeem, Tanzeed Hasan, Latin Das, Tawheed Hardoy, Nisum Ahmed, Mushfiqur Rahim, Mehdi Hasan, Mehdi Hasan Miraz, Tasin Ahmad, Sharaful Islam, and Mustafizur Rahman.
