Sri Lanka will face Bangladesh in the 1st ODI of the three-match series on July 2, 2025, at R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. The match is scheduled after Sri Lanka defeated Bangladesh in the two-Test series. Both sides will seek to get off on a good note in this ODI series. Sri Lanka has been on a good run at home, while Bangladesh will seek redemption following a heavy defeat on June 25. Sri Lanka Charith Asalanka will captain Sri Lanka in this series. Sri Lanka is on the back of a solid 3-0 ODI series victory over Australia early this year. All their regular ODI players are available, and their batting and bowling have been going well. They defeated Bangladesh by 78 runs in the previous ODI and have won three of their last five games. Milan Rathnayake is the only area of concern for the hosts. At home, they have an added benefit, particularly with spin-friendly conditions. Bangladesh Bangladesh will be captained by Mehidy Hasan Miraz, who replaces Najmul Hossain Shanto. Five changes have been made for the team, with the return of Litton Das and Mohammad Naim, while Tanvir Islam receiving his first ODI call-up. Bangladesh lost the last four matches they played and both with bat and ball. Even though they have taken three of the last five ODIs from Sri Lanka, they will have to improve to keep pace with the hosts in their own den. Pitch Report The R. Premadasa Stadium pitch is suitable for spin bowlers. The longer the match, the more the ball turns and bounces unpredictably. The teams batting first typically scores about 231 runs. But with Sri Lanka playing well, they must look to score at least 240 runs if they are to bat first. Weather Report The weather could be slightly cloudy with 78% humidity and a minimal possibility of rain (0.7 mm). Because it's a day-night match, there may be a couple of brief halts, but the game should proceed largely without any issues. SL vs BAN Head-to-Head in ODIs SL vs BAN head-to-head (in ODIs) Matches Played 57 Won by Sri Lanka 43 Won by Bangladesh 12 No Result 2 Tied 0 SL vs BAN 1st ODI - Probable XI Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis (wk), Sadeera Samarwickrama, Charith Asalanka (c), Kamindu Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Asitha Fernando, Dilshan Madushanka Bangladesh: Tanzid Hasan, Najmal Hossain Shanto, Litton Das (wk), Towhid Hridoy, Mehidy Hasan Miraz (c), Jaker Ali, Rishad Hossain, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed, Nahid Rana Must-Pick Players for ENG vs WI Top Wicketkeeper to Pick Kusal Mendis | SL: Mendis carries a lot of experience in this format. The Lankan wicket-keeper batter has played 143 ODIs in which he has scored 4429 runs at an average of 34.6. Mendis enjoys batting against Bangladesh and it is evident from his stats. In 18 ODI innings vs BAN, he has scored 584 runs at an average of 34.35. Having him in your side will boost your chances of winning. Top Batters to Pick Pathum Nissanka | SL: In three Test innings against Bangladesh, Nissanka hammered two 150+ scores and he will look to carry the momentum of the same in the ODI series as well. The 27-year-old has scored 274 runs in nine ODI innings against Bangladesh. He will surely add some good numbers to this tally in the 1st ODI of the series. Najmul Shanto | BAN: Shanto becomes a different beast when it comes to playing against Sri Lanka. In five ODIs against the hosts, Shanto has amassed 342 runs at an average of 85.50. He has been in sublime form in the recently concluded Test series and he will aim for a similar performance in the ODIs as well. Top All-Rounders to Pick Wanindu Hasaranga | SL: The premier Sri Lankan all-rounder is a must have player in your fantasy team. Hasaranga have the ability to change the course of game with both bat and ball. The all-rounder, in 63 ODIs, has scored 977 runs and has picked up 99 wickets and majority of those came on the Sri Lankan soil. Mehidy Hasan Miraz | BAN: The skipper of Bangladesh has played crucial role in ODIs for his side in past. In 105 matches, the all-rounder has scored 1617 runs and has picked up 110 wickets. Although he has not delivered well with the bat against SL, his performance with the ball is what makes him a pick of the match. Moreover, the spinning conditions at Colombo will favor his bowling style and hence, he should make a cut in your fantasy team. Top Bowlers to Pick Maheesh Theekshana | SL: The 24-year-old right-arm off spinner has troubled multiple batters in the white-ball cricket. He has played 51 ODIs in which the Lankan spinner has bagged 76 wickets, 41 of which came on the Sri Lankan soil. With this match being on his home soil, a stellar performance can be expected from Theekshana in the upcoming ODI. Mustafizur Rahman | BAN: Fizz, one of the finest pacers of Bangladesh, is a must have player in your fantasy team. The left arm medium pacer is known for his ability to deceive the batters with his variations and becomes even more lethal on the sluggish surface. In 109 ODIs, Mustafizur has picked up 174 wickets and he will look to add a few more to this tally in the 1st ODI.