1. Match Summary & Result
Sri Lanka posted a formidable 244 batting first, built on captain Charith Asalanka’s gritty century, before decimating Bangladesh with a fierce spin attack to win the first ODI by 77 runs. Bangladesh slumped from 100/1 to 167 all out in a stunning collapse that ranks as the second-worst seven-wicket washout in men’s ODI history indianexpress.com+7apnews.com+7wisden.com+7.
2. Full Scorecard: Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh, 1st ODI
Sri Lanka 1st Innings – 244 all out (49.2 overs)
(Top partnerships and fall of wickets not detailed here for brevity.)
Bangladesh 1st Innings – 167 all out (35.5 overs)
| Batter | Dismissal | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parvez Hossain Emon | c Mendis b Fernando | 13 | 16 | 3 | 0 |
| Tanzid Hasan | c Liyanage b Hasaranga | 62 | 61 | 9 | 1 |
| Najmul Hossain Shanto | run out (Rathnayake/K. Mendis) | 23 | 26 | 2 | 0 |
| Litton Das | lbw b Hasaranga | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Towhid Hridoy | b Mendis | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Mehidy Hasan Miraz | lbw b Hasaranga | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Jaker Ali | lbw b Hasaranga | 51 | 64 | 4 | 4 |
| Tanzim Hasan Sakib | c Theekshana b Mendis | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Taskin Ahmed | lbw b Mendis | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Tanvir Islam | c Mendis b Theekshana | 5 | 19 | 1 | 0 |
| Mustafizur Rahman | not out | 0 | 12 | 0 | 0 |
Fall of wickets:
1–29, 2–100, 3–101, 4–102, 5–103, 6–103, 7–104, 8–105, 9–125, 10–167 english.alarabiya.net+8indianexpress.com+8indiatoday.in+8.
Bangladesh bowlers:
- Taskin Ahmed: 4/47
- Sakib: 3/–
(Others unnamed.)
Sri Lanka bowlers:
- Hasaranga: 7.5–2–10–4
- Mendis: 5–0–19–3 daily-sun.com+8indianexpress.com+8crictracker.com+8espn.com+2wisden.com+2indiatoday.in+2.
3. Context: Tour Background & Rivalry
The ODI clash kicks off a three-match series following Sri Lanka’s 1–0 Test series win. Sri Lanka, currently ranked 4th in ODIs, look to dominate home conditions, while Bangladesh aim to fight back and redeem pride indianexpress.com+1cricket.one+1. Historically, Sri Lanka leads their ODI head-to-head 43–12 .
4. Batting Insights: Resilience and Decay
Sri Lanka’s Top Order Woes
Sri Lanka stumbled early at 29/3, with Tanzim Sakib and Taskin Ahmed wreaking havoc – Pathum Nissanka, Nishan Madushka, and Kamindu Mendis all dismissed cheaply wisden.com+7cricket.one+7crictracker.com+7.
Asalanka Anchors Amid Chaos
His 106 off 123 balls, studded with four sixes and six fours, rescued the innings en.wikipedia.org+15indiatoday.in+15wisden.com+15. Asalanka stitched calm partnerships—first with Kusal Mendis (60-run stand), then Janith Liyanage, Milan Rathnayake, and Wanindu Hasaranga—each playing supporting acts espncricinfo.com+12cricket.one+12crictracker.com+12.
Bangladesh’s Promising Start
Their chase began well: Parvez and Shanto’s 71-run partnership had them cruising at 100/1 in 16.2 overs indiatoday.in+5cricket.one+5wisden.com+5. But Shanto’s run-out marked the beginning of the end.
Collapse Under Pressure
Bangladesh imploded, losing 7 wickets for just 5 runs in a span of 26 balls—a collapse equal to Zimbabwe’s worst ever ODI meltdown en.wikipedia.org+3dawn.com+3crictracker.com+3espncricinfo.com+6wisden.com+6dawn.com+6. The lower order capitulated, exposing a lack of depth and nerves under spin assault.
5. Spin Spell and Tactical Triumph
Sri Lanka’s spin duo orchestrated the downfall:
Wanindu Hasaranga
- Claimed 4/10, including two early bowled dismissals and a hat-trick spree.
- Took his 100th ODI wicket in 64 matches—the second-fastest Sri Lankan to the milestone crictracker.comenglish.alarabiya.net+4dawn.com+4apnews.com+4.
Kamindu Mendis
- Claimed 3/19—mixing off and left-arm spin to perfect effect crictracker.com.
The spin duo dismantled Bangladesh within tight lines, removing key players and inducing panic.
6. Turning Point: Shanto’s Run-Out
The 17th over featured a stunning fielding moment: Milan Rathnayake’s one-handed scoop from deep mid-wicket to get Shanto run out at the non-striker’s end. It punctured Bangladesh’s platform of 100/1, sparking the collapse en.wikipedia.org+15apnews.com+15dawn.com+15.
7. Statistics & Benchmarking Collapse
Bangladesh’s meltdown ranks as the second-worst seven-wicket collapse in ODI history (second only to Zimbabwe’s 3-for-124 drop) wisden.com. Sri Lanka picked 8 of the final 9 wickets via spin, signifying tactical dominance under lights at Premadasa .
8. Player Performances & Accolades
- Player of the Match: Charith Asalanka—100+ runs, frontline bowling spells, key leadership.
- Wanindu Hasaranga: lethal with the ball; terrorized middle order.
- Kamindu Mendis: career-best figures, crucial support.
- Taskin Ahmed (BAN): exception with 4 wickets—brilliantly kept Sri Lanka’s score in check early.
9. Tactical Play: Night Cricket’s Spin Advantage
Asalanka and later Asitha Fernando noted how the Premadasa pitch demands spin domination under lights en.wikipedia.org+9indianexpress.com+9wisden.com+9wisden.comcricket.one+1wisden.com+1. Sri Lanka deliberately used spinners in middle overs to choke Bangladesh, a strategy that paid off handsomely.
10. Bangladesh: Structure, Selection, & Strategy Woes
Middle-Order Fragility
After Shanto and Tanzid, Bangladesh’s middle-lower order collapsed. Mehidy Miraz, Litton Das, and Taskin all fell for ducks—highlighting technical and mental deficiencies crictracker.com+8indianexpress.com+8indiatoday.in+8.
Captaincy and Coaching Under Review
Mehidy’s decision-making and selection have come under scrutiny, with critics pointing to his recent appointment and the possible influence of coach Chandika Hathurusingha’s recent disciplinary controversies en.wikipedia.org.
11. Historical Rivalry & Series Stakes
Sri Lanka have dominated Bangladesh in ODIs, winning 43 of 57 encounters . The test and ODI successes reinforce home dominance, but Bangladesh will be desperate to stem the flow and gain confidence for the next matches.
12. Psychological Edge & Momentum
Sri Lanka’s monumental win boosts morale and asserts authority in home conditions. For Bangladesh, it’s a sobering start—they must recalibrate quickly or risk a series whitewash.
13. Looking Ahead: Tactical Moves for ODIs 2 & 3
Sri Lanka
- Will likely maintain spin-heavy balance.
- May improve batting finish; lower order needs polish.
Bangladesh
- Must temper reckless running and improve spin batting.
- Might promote veteran Mushfiqur or strengthen middle order.
- Defensive tactics: employ left-arm pace or include another spinner.
14. Expert Commentary
- Wisden emphasized the collapse’s gravity—“one of the most shocking in ODI history” en.wikipedia.orgwisden.com.
- AP via Al Arabiya noted Rathnayake’s run-out as “the decisive turning point” .
- ICC Analysts foresee Sri Lanka clinching series with similar tactics.
15. Final Analysis: Lessons & Legacies
Sri Lanka’s Takeaways
- Asalanka proves match-winner capacity.
- Spin supremacy shines under lights.
- Fielding matters: Rathnayake’s alertness was gold.
Bangladesh’s Wake-Up Call
- Technical collapse under pressure — inability to handle spin.
- Poor shot selection; chasing giveaways.
- Mental fragility—shaky concentration in middle overs.
Conclusion
Sri Lanka’s all-round dominance in the 1st ODI set a high watermark: disciplined batting, clinical spin, athletic fielding, and psychological assertiveness. Bangladesh, once in command, crumbled under pressure in a way that will vex their coaches and fans.
Upcoming matches will test Bangladesh’s resilience. Sri Lanka, buoyed by this performance, will carry their momentum forward. The ODI series is now Sri Lankan to lose—but if Bangladesh can recalibrate, especially against spin and in middle order, this could still become a competitive contest.
