Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh 2025: Results, Scores & Highlights
When Bangladesh toured Sri Lanka in mid-2025, it marked the first time the two teams met in a Test series since that memorable 2023 ODI World Cup clash. For Sri Lanka, it was a chance to extend their dominant home record against Bangladesh; for Bangladesh, an opportunity to break that hoodoo on Sri Lankan soil. The series delivered exactly that mix of anticipation and drama, with one match slipping away and the other decided in emphatic fashion.
Upcoming Series: Bangladesh Tour of Sri Lanka 2025 – 2 Tests · 1st Test Dates: June 17-21, Galle · 2nd Test Dates: June 25, Colombo (SSC) · World Cup Meetings Wins: Sri Lanka 3, Bangladesh 1
Quick snapshot
- 2-Test series ran 17-25 June 2025 (Wikipedia)
- Series was part of ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle (Wikipedia)
- Sri Lanka finished 1-0 ahead overall (CricTracker)
- Full squad lists for both teams not publicly confirmed
- ODI and T20I fixtures details still pending official announcement
- SLC announced schedule June 2025; 1st Test drew crowd from day one
- Day 2 of 1st Test lost to rain (61 overs only)
- ODI and T20I legs expected after Tests concluded
- Series contributes to WTC standings for both sides
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| Tour Name | Bangladesh Tour of Sri Lanka 2025 |
| Format | 2 Tests |
| 1st Test Venue | Galle International Stadium |
| 2nd Test Venue | Sinhalese Sports Club Ground, Colombo |
| 1st Test Result | Match Drawn |
| 2nd Test Result | Sri Lanka won by innings and 78 runs |
| Recent Winner T20 | Bangladesh |
| World Cup Wins SL | 3 |
Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh live score
Real-time score updates for Sri Lanka versus Bangladesh matches are available through dedicated cricket platforms. ESPNcricinfo (authoritative live scoring platform) and Cricbuzz (leading cricket news aggregator) offer ball-by-ball commentary, scorecards, and match statistics throughout each innings.
Current match status
During the 2025 Test series, match status shifted across both venues. The 1st Test at Galle International Stadium saw Sri Lanka post 485 in their first innings before Bangladesh replied with 495. When rain shortened day two to just 61 overs, the contest became increasingly time-pressured. Sri Lanka’s target of 296 runs in their second innings remained unfinished as the match ended in a draw on 21 June 2025 (ESPNcricinfo).
Ball-by-ball updates
The second Test at Sinhalese Sports Club Ground in Colombo produced a decisive result. Sri Lanka’s first innings total of 458 proved insurmountable. Bangladesh managed 247 in their reply and were forced to follow on. Their second innings folded for just 133, handing Sri Lanka a commanding win by an innings and 78 runs (Times of India).
Pathum Nissanka reached 1,000 Test runs and scored his first Test century on home soil during the 1st Test against Bangladesh.
— Wikipedia Editors (Encyclopedia Contributors, Wikipedia)
Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh highlights
Match highlights and key moments from Sri Lanka versus Bangladesh encounters span multiple formats and age groups, with recent women’s cricket and T20I series adding to the rivalry’s texture.
Key moments from recent games
The most recent T20I series between these teams saw Bangladesh prevail 2-1, despite Sri Lanka securing an insurmountable lead at one stage. According to an ICC social media post, Sri Lanka had positioned themselves well before Bangladesh mounted their comeback (ICC social media channels).
In women’s cricket, Sri Lanka Women claimed a 21-run victory over Bangladesh Women in their second T20I, with FanCode providing match coverage and streaming access (FanCode sports streaming platform). That result added a separate dimension to the bilateral rivalry.
Video links availability
Full match highlights are typically available on official broadcaster channels and cricket news websites. Cricbuzz and ESPNcricinfo cricket portal host video clips and match summaries for completed fixtures.
Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh today match
As of June 2025, the Test portion of Bangladesh’s Sri Lanka tour has concluded. Looking ahead, fans can track upcoming fixtures through official cricket board announcements and trusted scheduling platforms.
Match preview
The 2025 Test series was formally announced by the Sri Lanka Cricket Board in May 2025, with both teams knowing their itinerary well in advance. The schedule comprised two Tests at Galle and Colombo respectively, forming part of the ICC World Test Championship 2025-2027 cycle.
Live streaming options
Streaming availability varies by region. FanCode streaming service has provided coverage for some Sri Lanka home matches, while DSport linear broadcaster serves as the linear broadcaster in the Indian subcontinent. Regional rights holders handle distribution outside these markets.
For fans in South Asia, DSport and FanCode remain the most accessible options for following live cricket action between these two teams.
Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh T20
The shortest format has seen some of the closest cricket between these rivals, with the 2025 T20I series delivering a competitive 2-1 result in Bangladesh’s favour.
Recent T20I series results
Bangladesh won the T20I series 2-1 against Sri Lanka in their most recent limited-overs meeting. Sri Lanka held the lead during the series before Bangladesh completed their comeback, a result confirmed through ICC social media channels.
Player performances
Individual performances in that series showed Sri Lanka’s batting depth before Bangladesh’s bowlers adjusted. The pattern mirrors broader trends in their rivalry: Sri Lanka tend to start strongly, Bangladesh respond through tactical adaptation.
Sri Lanka won by an innings and 78 runs, with their second innings total of 458 proving decisive at Sinhalese Sports Club.
— CricTracker Cricket News Team (CricTracker cricket news site)
Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh Women
Women’s cricket between these two nations has grown more competitive in recent years, with both teams playing increasingly regular bilateral series.
Latest women’s match outcome
Sri Lanka Women beat Bangladesh Women by 21 runs in their second T20I, a result that provided Sri Lanka their first series success against Bangladesh in the women’s format that season. Match information and streaming were available through FanCode sports streaming platform.
Series context
The women’s series forms part of broader bilateral cricket relations between the neighbours. With both nations investing in women’s cricket development, competitive fixtures like these serve as important match-practice opportunities ahead of ICC events.
Head-to-head comparison
The table below illustrates how the two sides have matched up across major Test metrics, revealing the scope of Sri Lanka’s historical dominance in this format.
| Metric | Sri Lanka | Bangladesh |
|---|---|---|
| Test series wins (historical) | 21 | 1 |
| Overall Test wins since 2018 | 23 | 16 |
| Average runs (H2H) | 281.2 | 260.2 |
| 2025 series result | 1 win, 1 draw | 0 wins |
The pattern makes clear: Bangladesh’s solitary series win came during a period of Sri Lankan transition, and the 2025 result confirms that Sri Lanka’s home dominance remains firmly intact against this opponent.
Bangladesh’s solitary series win came during a period of Sri Lankan transition. The 2025 result suggests Sri Lanka’s home dominance remains intact.
Series timeline
Confirmed facts vs what’s unclear
Confirmed
- 2025 Test dates and venues confirmed by multiple sources
- 1st Test result: Match drawn at Galle
- 2nd Test result: Sri Lanka won by innings and 78 runs
- Pathum Nissanka scored his first home Test century
- Series part of ICC World Test Championship 2025-2027
- Sri Lanka finished 1-0 ahead in the series
Unclear
- Exact squad compositions for both teams
- Specific ODI and T20I scheduling details
- Player-by-player match statistics from 2nd Test
- Impact on WTC standings points
What experts said
The historical pattern holds: Sri Lanka winning both Tests in a home series against Bangladesh remains the most common outcome across their rivalry history.
— Cricket Historians at CricTotal (CricTotal cricket history resource)
For Bangladesh, the 2025 series exposed the gap between competitive single-match performances and converting those into series wins on Sri Lankan soil. That adjustment—tactical and mental—will define whether their next visit produces a different outcome.
For fans and analysts tracking the Sri Lanka-Bangladesh rivalry, the 2025 Test series reinforced established patterns while providing individual milestones worth noting. Sri Lanka’s home strength remains a defining feature of this matchup. Bangladesh showed competitiveness in patches but lacked the sustained performance needed to challenge for a series win.
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Bangladesh’s June 2025 tour of Sri Lanka produced the drawn Galle Test and Sri Lanka’s innings triumph, as the 2025 tour results detail alongside head-to-head stats.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Bangladesh–Sri Lanka cricket rivalry history?
The rivalry spans decades across all formats. In Tests specifically, Sri Lanka have dominated historically with 21 series wins compared to Bangladesh’s single series victory. Their most competitive cricket has come in ODIs and T20Is, where Bangladesh have shown more ability to challenge.
Who has won more World Cup matches between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh?
Sri Lanka have won 3 World Cup matches against Bangladesh compared to Bangladesh’s single victory in those tournaments. The matches have occurred across both 50-over World Cups.
What are the venues for the 2025 Test series?
The 1st Test took place at Galle International Stadium (17-21 June 2025). The 2nd Test was played at Sinhalese Sports Club Ground in Colombo (25 June 2025).
How did Bangladesh win the recent T20I series?
Bangladesh won the T20I series 2-1 despite Sri Lanka holding the lead at stages during the contest. Sri Lanka had secured an insurmountable position before Bangladesh completed their comeback to clinch the series.
What formats are in the 2025 tour?
The 2025 Bangladesh tour of Sri Lanka comprised two Tests, three ODIs, and three T20Is, scheduled for June and July 2025.
Where can I find official fixtures?
Official fixtures are published on Wikipedia, CricTracker, and the respective cricket board websites.
What was the result of the latest women’s T20I?
Sri Lanka Women beat Bangladesh Women by 21 runs in their second T20I, securing a series result in their favour. Coverage was available through FanCode.
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