With the ODIs concluded, the focus now shifts to the first T20I, kicking off at Pallekele tonight. Bangladesh, lagging in T20 form with just one win in their last five matches on tour, will look to reset under Liton Das’s captaincy as they take on a Sri Lankan side eager to build momentum on home turf .After squandering the opening match, a gritty fightback in the second game saw Tanvir Islam’s five‑wicket haul and half‑centuries from Parvez Hossain Emon and Towhid Hridoy square the series 1–1 . However, Sri Lanka struck back decisively in the last ODI, posting 285/7 thanks to Kusal Mendis’s century and bowling out Bangladesh for 186—sealing a 99‑run win and the series 2–1. Top‑order collapses, with just 64 runs in 14 overs, left Liton Das’s side reeling under pressure . Now, in this fresh format and under dynamic leadership, Bangladesh’s batsmen must convert starts into big scores, and their bowlers need to replicate Tanvir’s magic to outplay Sri Lanka’s potent attack. With the pitch offering pace and swing and rain threatening again, the toss could be decisive. Bangladeshi fans remain hopeful that Liton Das will inspire a spirited comeback in the first t-20 against Srilanka. mention t20series starting today.
