SL vs BAN 2nd Test Match Preview
Bangladesh Tour of Sri Lanka 2025 features the SL vs BAN 2nd Test at the Sinhalese Sports Club Cricket Ground in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The ICC World Test Championship 2025-2027 cycle commenced with SL vs BAN on 17 June 2025. Therefore, with 1st match ending in a draw, will the host be able to clinch the series? So let’s look at the SL vs BAN 2nd Test Match Preview.
SL vs BAN 2nd Test Match Preview: WTC Cycle 2025-27
The Bangladesh Tour of Sri Lanka, featuring two Test matches, will wrap up its final Test match scheduled from 25 June to 29 June 2025. The fate of the first Test between the nations ended in a no-result situation. Nonetheless, the SL vs BAN 2nd Test match is expected to be a decider.
Sri Lanka emerged victorious in both Test matches of the previous series between the two in 2024 in Bangladesh. Moreover, on 26 Test occasions, Sri Lanka stands out with 20 wins to their side. On the other hand, Bangladesh had merely one win.
However, Bangladesh batters assembled a fine score of 495 in their first innings. Therefore, despite Sri Lanka being the favorite, Bangladesh might end up on the winning side.
SL vs BAN Test Head to Head
Total Matches
26
Sri Lanka won
20
Bangladesh won
1
Tie
5
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SL vs BAN 2nd Test Probable Playing XI
Sri Lanka Playing XI
Pathum Nissanka, Lahiru Udara, Dinesh Chandimal (wk), Kamindu Mendis, Dhananjaya de Silva (c), Kusal Mendis, Tharindu Ratnayake, Prabath Jayasuriya, Asitha Fernando, Vishwa Fernando, Dunith Wellalage
Bangladesh Playing XI
Shadman Ishan, Anamul Haque Enam, Mominul Haque, Nazmul Hossain Shanto (c), Mushfiqur Rahim, Litton Das(wk), Jaker Ali, Nayeem Hasan, Taijul Islam, Hasan Mahmud, Nahid Rana
Top Batters Picks for SL vs BAN 2nd Test
| Batters | Team | Last Match Scores |
| Najmul Hossain Shanto | BAN | 273 runs |
| Mushfiqur Rahim | BAN | 212 runs |
| Litton das | BAN | 93 runs |
| Pathum Nissanka | SL | 211 runs |
Top Wicket-Takers for SL vs BAN 2nd Test
| Bowlers | Team | Wickets In Last Match |
| Tharindu Rathnayake | SL | 6 wkts |
| Asitha Fernando | SL | 4 wkts |
| Nayeem Hasan | BAN | 6 wkts |
| Taijul Islam | BAN | 3 wkts |
SL vs BAN 2nd Test Pitch Stats
| Stadium | Sinhalese Sports Club Colombo |
| Total Matches | 45 |
| Matches won Batting first | 16 |
| Matches won Bowling first | 15 |
| Average 1st innings Score | 325 |
| Average 2nd innings Score | 351 |
| Average 3rd innings Score | 276 |
| Average 4th innings Score | 182 |
Sports Club Cricket Ground, Colombo, Sri Lanka Pitch Report
The Sports Club Cricket Ground in Colombo, Sri Lanka, is typically spin-friendly, similar to other venues in Sri Lanka. Teams prefer to bat first after winning the toss. However, the conditions appear to improve for batters in the second innings. Regardless, batting might become challenging in the second half, considering the spin-friendly conditions. However, the surface provides a fair chance for both teams chasing and defending.
SL vs BAN 2nd Test: Weather Conditions?
Rain is 91% likely to fall throughout the game in Colombo. Moreover, the temperature will range from 26 degrees to 31 degrees Celsius.
Where to Watch SL vs BAN 2nd Test?
| Date and Time | Wednesday, 25th June, 10:00 AM IST |
| Live Streaming | Sony Liv App |
| Live Telecast | Sony Sports Network |
SL vs BAN: Who Takes The Series?
Sri Lanka is the favorite to win the series against Bangladesh. The Hosts familiar with the conditions will make the most out of it. However, Bangladesh, being the underdogs, might take away the series, considering their performance in the first Test.
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