DAMBULLA – Bangladesh unleashed a spectacular, all-round masterclass on Sunday, demolishing Sri Lanka by a resounding 83 runs in the second T20I. This emphatic victory levels the gripping three-match series at 1-1, perfectly setting the stage for a high-stakes finale.
The foundation for Bangladesh’s dominance was laid by a captain’s knock of pure class from Litton Das. His commanding 76 runs, carved from just 50 deliveries and punctuated by five towering sixes, steadied the ship after early stumbles. Tanzid Hasan (5) and Parvez Hossain Emon (0) fell cheaply, but Litton found crucial allies. A composed 69-run partnership with Towhid Hiddoy (31 off 25) rebuilt the innings, before Litton ignited alongside Shamim Hossain in a thrilling 77-run stand for the fifth wicket. Shamim’s explosive, unbeaten 48 was instrumental in propelling Bangladesh to a highly competitive 177/7 in their 20 overs. Binura Fernando (3-31) emerged as the most successful bowler for Sri Lanka.
The response from Sri Lanka was nothing short of disastrous. Their chase imploded spectacularly, bundled out for a paltry 94 in a mere 15.2 overs. Only Pathum Nissanka (32 off 29) and Dasun Shanaka (20 off 16) offered fleeting resistance, reaching double figures amidst the carnage. The Bangladesh bowlers were simply relentless and ruthless.
Rishad Hossain spearheaded the demolition with superb figures of 3-18, his variations proving unplayable. Shoriful Islam (2-12) struck with vital early blows, while Mohammad Saifuddin (2-21) chipped in effectively. The ever-reliable Mustafizur Rahman (1-13) and Mehidy Hasan Miraz (1-26) maintained relentless pressure, ensuring Sri Lanka never gained a foothold. The hosts collapsed in less than 16 overs, their innings a stark contrast to Bangladesh’s controlled aggression.
Rightly awarded Player of the Match, captain Litton Das deflected praise onto his teammates. “In the last couple of games, I’ve been trying to play good cricket, but it hasn’t quite happened,” Litton remarked. “Shamim’s batting was amazing. It’s a good pitch to bat on, but you need to take a bit of time because some bowlers get bounce. Whenever Rishad bowls well, we’re in a good place. The bowling and fielding were absolutely crucial today – they won us this game.”
This commanding performance injects massive momentum into the Bangladesh camp. With the series tantalizingly poised at 1-1, both sides will now throw everything into the decisive final T20I, each desperate to clinch the coveted series win.
Brief Scores:
Bangladesh: 177/7 in 20 overs (Litton Das 76, Shamim Hossain 48, Towhid Hridoy 31; Binura Fernando 3-31)
Sri Lanka: 94 all out in 15.2 overs (Pathum Nissanka 32; Rishad Hossain 3-18, Shoriful Islam 2-12, Mohammad Saifuddin 2-21)
Result: Bangladesh won by 83 runs.
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