Bangladesh secured a thrilling victory
against Sri Lanka in a World Cup clash, winning by three wickets. This win not
only revived Bangladesh's World Cup campaign but also ended Sri Lanka's chances
of advancing in the tournament.
Bangladesh successfully chased down a
target of 279 with impressive composure, taking on the Sri Lankan bowling
attack with determination. The key to their victory was the remarkable 169-run
partnership between Najmul Hossain Shanto and Shakib Al Hasan.
Shanto played a patient innings, scoring 90
runs off 101 balls, while Shakib, known for his aggressive style, contributed
with a captain's knock of 82 off 65 balls, silencing the Sri Lankan fans with
his aggressive strokeplay.
Angelo Mathews, Sri Lanka's experienced
all-rounder, created some drama in the match by dismissing Shakib and Shanto,
but Sri Lanka's bowlers couldn't hold back Bangladesh's relentless
determination.
The game had its tense moments, with both
teams engaging in heated exchanges. Mathews' dismissal for being timed out
marked a historic first in international cricket, adding to the intense
atmosphere.
Sri Lanka's Charith Asalanka was the
standout performer with a brilliant 108 off 105 balls, but his efforts were not
enough to prevent their elimination from the World Cup.
This victory was Bangladesh's second in the tournament and their first-ever win against Sri Lanka in World Cup history. It keeps their hopes alive for a place in the 2025 Champions Trophy.
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