Sri Lanka National Cricket Team vs Bangladesh National Cricket Team Timeline
Cricket has always been more than just a sport in South Asia; it is a passion, a religion, and a way of life for millions of people. Among the numerous rivalries in the cricketing world, the encounters between the Sri Lanka national cricket team and the Bangladesh national cricket team have grown significantly in prominence over the years. While Sri Lanka has traditionally been one of the stronger teams in world cricket, Bangladesh has steadily emerged as a formidable force in the international arena. The history of matches between these two teams showcases a fascinating journey of competition, improvement, and thrilling cricketing moments.
The cricketing rivalry between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh spans across all formats of the game, including Test matches, One-Day Internationals (ODIs), Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is), and the highly competitive T20 World Cup encounters. This article provides a comprehensive timeline of matches between the Sri Lanka national cricket team and the Bangladesh national cricket team, followed by a detailed account of records and notable performances in these encounters.
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Timeline of Matches Between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh
The following table outlines the key encounters between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh across different formats of the game. The timeline highlights the evolution of the rivalry from the early days to the most recent encounters.
Test Matches
| Date | Venue | Match Type | Winner | Margin | Notable Performances |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 2000 | Colombo, SL | Test | Sri Lanka | Innings and 137 runs | Muttiah Muralitharan 10 wickets in the match |
| September 2001 | Colombo, SL | Test | Sri Lanka | An innings and 196 runs | Sanath Jayasuriya 145, Muralitharan 10 wickets |
| March 2006 | Chittagong, BAN | Test | Sri Lanka | 10 wickets | Kumar Sangakkara 138, Chaminda Vaas 7 wickets |
| January 2014 | Dhaka, BAN | Test | Draw | N/A | Kumar Sangakkara 319 |
| February 2018 | Dhaka, BAN | Test | Sri Lanka | 215 runs | Kusal Mendis 196, Akila Dananjaya 8 wickets |
| May 2022 | Dhaka, BAN | Test | Sri Lanka | 10 wickets | Angelo Mathews 145*, Asitha Fernando 10 wickets |
One-Day Internationals (ODIs)
| Date | Venue | Match Type | Winner | Margin | Notable Performances |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 1986 | Sharjah, UAE | ODI | Sri Lanka | 7 wickets | Aravinda de Silva 70*, Rumesh Ratnayake 4/27 |
| March 1999 | Dhaka, BAN | ODI | Sri Lanka | 42 runs | Sanath Jayasuriya 103, Chaminda Vaas 3/32 |
| June 2008 | Lahore, PAK | Asia Cup ODI | Sri Lanka | 158 runs | Sanath Jayasuriya 130, Ajantha Mendis 5/22 |
| March 2011 | Colombo, SL | World Cup ODI | Sri Lanka | 139 runs | Tillakaratne Dilshan 144, Muralitharan 3/25 |
| March 2013 | Colombo, SL | ODI | Bangladesh | 3 wickets | Mushfiqur Rahim 60, Abdur Razzak 5/62 |
| September 2018 | Dubai, UAE | Asia Cup ODI | Bangladesh | 137 runs | Mushfiqur Rahim 144, Mustafizur Rahman 4/34 |
Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is)
| Date | Venue | Match Type | Winner | Margin | Notable Performances |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 2007 | Colombo, SL | T20I | Sri Lanka | 6 wickets | Sanath Jayasuriya 67, Ajantha Mendis 4/12 |
| October 2012 | Pallekele, SL | T20I World Cup | Sri Lanka | 9 wickets | Mahela Jayawardene 72*, Lasith Malinga 3/20 |
| February 2014 | Dhaka, BAN | T20I | Sri Lanka | 17 runs | Kusal Perera 64, Nuwan Kulasekara 3/23 |
| March 2016 | Bangalore, IND | T20I World Cup | Bangladesh | 23 runs | Shakib Al Hasan 52, Mustafizur Rahman 4/21 |
| September 2021 | Colombo, SL | T20I | Sri Lanka | 5 wickets | Wanindu Hasaranga 3/27, Kusal Mendis 45* |
T20 World Cup Matches
| Date | Venue | Match Type | Winner | Margin | Notable Performances |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 2012 | Pallekele, SL | T20I World Cup | Sri Lanka | 9 wickets | Mahela Jayawardene 72*, Lasith Malinga 3/20 |
| March 2016 | Bangalore, IND | T20I World Cup | Bangladesh | 23 runs | Shakib Al Hasan 52, Mustafizur Rahman 4/21 |
| October 2021 | Sharjah, UAE | T20I World Cup | Sri Lanka | 5 wickets | Charith Asalanka 80*, Wanindu Hasaranga 3/38 |
Records Between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh
The Sri Lanka national cricket team and the Bangladesh national cricket team have produced numerous records in their encounters across all formats. Below are some of the key records that highlight the competitive nature of their rivalry.
Test Match Records
Highest Team Total
- Sri Lanka: 730/6 declared in July 2002, Colombo. Kumar Sangakkara scored 200, and Mahela Jayawardene added 150.
- Bangladesh: 638 in March 2013, Galle. Mushfiqur Rahim scored 200, and Mohammad Ashraful added 190.
Lowest Team Total
- Sri Lanka: 138 in February 2018, Dhaka. Mehidy Hasan took 4/29.
- Bangladesh: 62 in December 2007, Colombo. Chaminda Vaas took 6/25.
Most Runs in a Series
- Sri Lanka: Kumar Sangakkara – 594 runs in the 2014 series in Bangladesh.
- Bangladesh: Mushfiqur Rahim – 400 runs in the 2013 series in Sri Lanka.
Most Wickets in a Series
- Sri Lanka: Muttiah Muralitharan – 28 wickets in the 2007 series in Sri Lanka.
- Bangladesh: Shakib Al Hasan – 15 wickets in the 2018 series in Bangladesh.
One-Day International Records
Highest Team Total
- Sri Lanka: 332/7 in July 2002, Colombo. Sanath Jayasuriya scored 130, and Marvan Atapattu added 80.
- Bangladesh: 326/3 in March 2013, Colombo. Mushfiqur Rahim scored 117, and Tamim Iqbal added 95.
Lowest Team Total
- Sri Lanka: 147 in September 2018, Dubai. Mustafizur Rahman took 4/34.
- Bangladesh: 76 in June 2008, Lahore. Ajantha Mendis took 5/22.
Most Runs in a Series
- Sri Lanka: Tillakaratne Dilshan – 380 runs in the 2010 series in Bangladesh.
- Bangladesh: Tamim Iqbal – 300 runs in the 2018 series in Sri Lanka.
Most Wickets in a Series
- Sri Lanka: Ajantha Mendis – 12 wickets in the 2008 Asia Cup.
- Bangladesh: Mustafizur Rahman – 10 wickets in the 2018 series in Sri Lanka.
Twenty20 International Records
Highest Team Total
- Sri Lanka: 210/4 in February 2014, Dhaka. Kusal Perera scored 84, and Thisara Perera added 50*.
- Bangladesh: 205/5 in September 2021, Colombo. Shakib Al Hasan scored 85, and Mahmudullah added 60*.
Lowest Team Total
- Sri Lanka: 82 in March 2016, Bangalore. Mustafizur Rahman took 4/21.
- Bangladesh: 98 in October 2012, Pallekele. Lasith Malinga took 3/20.
Most Runs in a Series
- Sri Lanka: Kusal Perera – 160 runs in the 2014 series in Bangladesh.
- Bangladesh: Shakib Al Hasan – 140 runs in the 2021 series in Sri Lanka.
Most Wickets in a Series
- Sri Lanka: Lasith Malinga – 10 wickets in the 2012 T20 World Cup.
- Bangladesh: Mustafizur Rahman – 8 wickets in the 2016 T20 World Cup.
T20 World Cup Records
Highest Team Total
- Sri Lanka: 183/7 in October 2021, Sharjah. Charith Asalanka scored 80*, and Bhanuka Rajapaksa added 53.
- Bangladesh: 156/5 in March 2016, Bangalore. Shakib Al Hasan scored 52, and Mahmudullah added 40.
Lowest Team Total
- Sri Lanka: 137 in March 2016, Bangalore. Mustafizur Rahman took 4/21.
- Bangladesh: 98 in October 2012, Pallekele. Lasith Malinga took 3/20.
Most Runs in a Series
- Sri Lanka: Mahela Jayawardene – 160 runs in the 2012 T20 World Cup.
- Bangladesh: Shakib Al Hasan – 120 runs in the 2016 T20 World Cup.
Most Wickets in a Series
- Sri Lanka: Lasith Malinga – 8 wickets in the 2012 T20 World Cup.
- Bangladesh: Mustafizur Rahman – 7 wickets in the 2016 T20 World Cup.
Conclusion
The cricketing rivalry between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh has evolved from being one-sided in favor of Sri Lanka to becoming a more competitive and closely-fought contest. Over the years, Bangladesh has shown significant improvement, challenging Sri Lanka in various formats and winning key matches, especially in the shorter formats of the game. Both teams have produced outstanding individual performances, with players like Kumar Sangakkara, Muttiah Muralitharan, Shakib Al Hasan, and Tamim Iqbal leaving an indelible mark on this rivalry.
As cricket continues to grow in Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, the future promises even more thrilling encounters between these two nations. The records and moments shared between them are a testament to the passion and dedication both teams bring to the field, making every match a spectacle for cricket fans around the world.
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