Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka in T20Is is one of Asia’s liveliest rivalries. Sri Lanka hold the overall edge, but Bangladesh have delivered some famous wins—especially in high-scoring thrillers. Here’s a clean, up-to-date look at the numbers, the best individual records, Asia Cup T20 meetings, and what to watch next.
Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka T20I Head-to-Head Records
| Metric | Bangladesh | Sri Lanka |
|---|---|---|
| Matches | 20 | 20 |
| Wins | 8 | 12 |
| Highest Team Total | 215/5 (Colombo RPS, 2018) | 214/6 (Colombo RPS, 2018) |
| Lowest Team Total | 83 (Johannesburg, 2007) | 94 (Dambulla, 2025) |
Takeaway: Sri Lanka lead overall, but the gap has narrowed; several games have gone down to the last over.
Asia Cup T20I BAN vs SR Head-to-Head
| Matches | Bangladesh Wins | Sri Lanka Wins |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | 1 |
- 2016 (Dhaka): Bangladesh 147/7 beat Sri Lanka 124/8
- 2022 (Dubai): Sri Lanka 184/8 beat Bangladesh 183/7
Takeaway: In Asia Cup T20s, it’s level—one all.
Record Book — Team Highs & Lows (T20Is)
| Category | Record | Team | Venue & Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highest Total | 215/5 | Bangladesh | Colombo RPS, 2018 |
| Highest Total (SL) | 214/6 | Sri Lanka | Colombo RPS, 2018 |
| Lowest Total | 83 | Bangladesh | Johannesburg, 2007 |
| Lowest Total (SL) | 94 | Sri Lanka | Dambulla, 2025 |
| Biggest Successful Chase | 215 | Bangladesh | Colombo RPS, 2018 |
Read more: Sri Lanka Highest Score in Asia Cup (T20 & ODI)
Batting Leaders in the Rivalry
| Player | Team | Runs |
|---|---|---|
| Kusal Perera | Sri Lanka | 366 |
| Mahmudullah | Bangladesh | 314 |
| Mushfiqur Rahim | Bangladesh | 300 |
| Kusal Mendis | Sri Lanka | 261 |
- Kusal Mendis (SL) – 86 (Sylhet, 2024)
- Sabbir Rahman (BAN) – 80 (Mirpur, 2016)
- Charith Asalanka (SL) – 80*
Bowling Leaders in the Rivalry
| Player | Team | Wickets | Best Figures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mustafizur Rahman | Bangladesh | 15 | 4/21 |
| Shakib Al Hasan | Bangladesh | 12 | 3/9 |
| Lasith Malinga | Sri Lanka | 11 | 3/20 |
| Nuwan Thushara | Sri Lanka | — | 5/20 (Sylhet, 2024) |
| Mahedi Hasan | Bangladesh | — | 4/11 (Colombo RPS, 2025) |
Takeaway: Bangladesh’s left-arm pace and all-round spin have been decisive in bursts; Sri Lanka’s slingy pace has produced standout spells.
Like to know? Most wickets in Asia Cup
Recent T20I Meetings — At a Glance (most recent first)
- 2024 (Dallas): Bangladesh 125/8 beat Sri Lanka 124/9
- 2022 (Dubai): Sri Lanka 184/8 beat Bangladesh 183/7
- 2021 (Sharjah): Sri Lanka 172/5 beat Bangladesh 171/4
- 2018 (Colombo, Nidahas): Bangladesh 160/8 beat Sri Lanka 159/7
- 2018 (Colombo, Nidahas): Bangladesh 215/5 beat Sri Lanka 214/6
Last five tally: Bangladesh 3 – 2 Sri Lanka
Next Clash — Matchday Info
- Fixture: Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka (Asia Cup 2025, Group B)
- Date & Venue: 13 September 2025, Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
- Time: 7:30 PM IST • 2:00 PM GMT • 6:00 PM Local (UAE)
What matters tactically:
- Conditions in Abu Dhabi can aid spinners and change-ups at the death.
- Both teams have chased well in this rivalry—toss could shape strategy.
What the Numbers Say
Sri Lanka’s 12–8 lead shows consistency, but Bangladesh’s ceiling is high—they own the biggest chase (215) and have won 3 of the last 5. In Asia Cup T20s the ledger is 1–1, so the upcoming group game doubles as a tiebreaker for tournament bragging rights.
Read more: – Asia Cup Winners List
This rivalry is close enough to stay unpredictable. Sri Lanka bring history and depth; Bangladesh bring a fearless approach and match-winners. Expect sharp spin, busy middle overs, and a finish that could swing on one over.
