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Pathum Nissanka's impressive half-century, complemented by Kamil Mishara's unbeaten innings, propelled Sri Lanka to a convincing six-wicket victory over Bangladesh in their Asia Cup Group B encounter. Sri Lanka chased down the target of 140 with ease, thanks to a dominant second-wicket partnership of 95 runs between Nissanka and Mishara. Earlier, Sri Lanka's seamers restricted Bangladesh to 139/5.

ICC has announced the first ever all-female panel of umpires and match officials for the Women's Cricket World Cup 2025, set to be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka from September 30 to November 2.

Sri Lanka has announced their 16-member squad for the T20 Asia Cup 2025, to be held in the UAE, with Charith Asalanka as captain. The team includes experienced players like Kusal Mendis and Wanindu Hasaranga, who returns after recovering from injury. Sri Lanka's first match of the tournament is on September 13 against Bangladesh.

Sri Lanka's T20I squad faces Zimbabwe in Harare without key all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga due to injury. Led by Charith Asalanka, the team includes experienced players like Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis. Maheesh Theekshana and Dunith Wellalage will cover the spin department.