Dubai, September 20, 2025 – The Asia Cup 2025 Super 4 stage begins today at the Dubai International Stadium, with Sri Lanka facing Bangladesh in a high-stakes contest.
According to the win predictor, Sri Lanka enters as favorites with a 69% chance of victory, while Bangladesh holds 31%. Yet in cricket, especially the T20 format, predictions often lose meaning.
This year’s Asia Cup has been historic, with eight teams competing for glory. Now, only four remain: India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. Both Sri Lanka and Bangladesh advanced from Group B, setting up an intense clash to kick off the Super 4.
Sri Lanka, unbeaten so far, has shown consistency across departments. Pathum Nissanka leads the batting charts with two half-centuries, while Kusal Mendis has found form at the right time. Their bowling attack, spearheaded by Dushmantha Chameera, has also delivered match-winning spells. However, the absence of all-rounder Dunith Wellalage is a setback.
Bangladesh, on the other hand, has gained momentum after bold changes in their lineup. The new opening pair of Saif Hassan and Tanzid Hasan provided stability, easing pressure on skipper Litton Das. Their bowling attack, boosted by spinner Nasum Ahmed alongside Taskin Ahmed and Mustafizur Rahman, has looked balanced and threatening.
The head-to-head record favors Sri Lanka 13-8, but Bangladesh has enjoyed recent success, including a T20I series win in Sri Lanka. With renewed confidence, Bangladesh is determined to overturn their earlier defeat in the group stage and push for a crucial Super 4 victory.