Sri Lanka National Cricket Team Vs Bangladesh National Cricket Team Players
May 1, 2026
The rivalry between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, often dubbed the “Naagin Derby,” has transformed from a one-sided affair into one of world cricket’s most volatile and passionate showdowns. Fueled by high-stakes matches and intense on-field drama, every encounter between these two Asian giants is now a must-watch event.
Recent Match Scorecards: Last 7 Clashes
Match Date
Format
Result
Top Performer
Notable Highlights
20 Sep 2025
T20
🇧🇩 BAN won by 4 wickets
Saif Hassan (61 runs)
Thriller in Dubai; BAN chased 169 on final ball.
13 Sep 2025
T20
🇱🇰 SL won by 6 wickets
Kamil Mishara (Match-winner)
SL chased comfortably with 32 balls left.
16 Jul 2025
T20
🇧🇩 BAN won by 8 wickets
Mahedi Hasan (2/25)
BAN clinical chase to finish the T20 series.
13 Jul 2025
T20
🇧🇩 BAN won by 83 runs
Litton Das (76 runs)
Massive win for BAN; SL collapsed for just 94.
10 Jul 2025
T20
🇱🇰 SL won by 7 wickets
Kusal Mendis (73 runs)
SL controlled the chase from the start.
08 Jul 2025
ODI
🇱🇰 SL won by 99 runs
Kusal Mendis (124 runs)
Dominant batting display led to a huge margin.
05 Jul 2025
ODI
🇧🇩 BAN won by 16 runs
Tanvir Islam (5/39)
Five-wicket haul defended 248 for the Tigers.
Upcoming Series & Major Events
Event / Series
Timing
Venue
Formats
Bangladesh Tour of SA
Nov–Dec 2026
South Africa
Tests, ODIs, T20Is
Zimbabwe Tour of BAN
June 2026
Bangladesh
Bilateral Series
ICC World Test Champ.
2025–2027 Cycle
Various
2 Tests (Confirmed)
West Indies vs Sri Lanka
June 2026
West Indies
T20Is & ODIs
Men’s T20 World Cup
Feb–Mar 2026
Sri Lanka & India
T20Is (Tournament)
Head-to-Head Summary (All Formats)
Format
Total Matches
Sri Lanka Wins
Bangladesh Wins
Draw/No Result
Test Matches
28
21
1
6
ODI Matches
60
45
13
2
T20 Internationals
21
13
8
0
TOTAL
109
79
22
8
Major Tournament Clashes
Tournament
Date
Winner
Margin / Key Result
Asia Cup (T20)
20 Sep 2025
Bangladesh
Won by 4 wickets
T20 World Cup
08 Jun 2024
Bangladesh
Won by 2 wickets
ODI World Cup
06 Nov 2023
Bangladesh
Won by 3 wickets
Asia Cup (ODI)
09 Sep 2023
Sri Lanka
Won by 21 runs
T20 World Cup
24 Oct 2021
Sri Lanka
Won by 5 wickets
Most Memorable Match – The Epic Thriller!
Match
Date
Result
Why It Was Epic
Asia Cup Super 4
20 Sep 2025
Bangladesh Win
A final-over drama where Bangladesh chased 169 with just 1 ball to spare. Saif Hassan (61) and Towhid Hridoy (58) starred in a record-breaking chase that stunned the Dubai crowd.
T20 World Cup
08 Jun 2024
Bangladesh Win
A low-scoring nail-biter in Dallas. Bangladesh chased 125, winning by 2 wickets in the final over after Rishad Hossain’s clinical bowling restricted the Lankans.
Nidahas Trophy
16 Mar 2018
Bangladesh Win
The match that birthed the “Naagin” celebration. Mahmudullah hit a six on the penultimate ball to seal a spot in the final amidst extreme on-field tension.
Top Run Scorers (World Cup Head-to-Head)
Player
Team
Total Runs
High Score
Impact
Charith Asalanka
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
99
80*
Match-winning knock in Sharjah (2021).
Pathum Nissanka
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
71
24
Consistent at the top across multiple editions.
Mohammad Naim
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
62
62
Lead opener during the 2021 clash.
Mushfiqur Rahim
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
58
57*
Anchor for the middle order in pressure situations.
Bhanuka Rajapaksa
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
53
53
Explosive strike-rate finisher.
Leading Wicket Takers (World Cup Head-to-Head)
Player
Team
Wickets
Best Bowling
Style
Nuwan Thushara
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
4
4/18
Deadly swing and slingy action.
Mustafizur Rahman
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
3
3/17
Master of deception with off-cutters.
Shakib Al Hasan
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
3
2/17
Leading wicket-taker in T20 WC history.
Rishad Hossain
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
3
3/22
The new leg-spin sensation for the Tigers.
Wanindu Hasaranga
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
2
2/22
World-class mystery spin and control.
Final Verdict
Sri Lanka’s batting depth has traditionally outperformed Bangladesh in ICC events, with players like Charith Asalanka consistently rising to the occasion. However, the bowling battle is much closer; Bangladesh’s current crop of pacers and spinners, led by Mustafizur and Rishad Hossain, have made it increasingly difficult for Lankan batters to dominate, resulting in the low-scoring thrillers we see today.
