Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka: 2nd Match Asia Cup 2023 Playing XI, Match Info

The upcoming fixture in the Asia Cup 2023 will witness Bangladesh facing off against Sri Lanka on Thursday, August 31st, for their second match of the tournament. Following a recent defeat to Afghanistan in a series of ODIs on their home turf, Bangladesh, under the leadership of a seasoned captain, is determined to orchestrate a powerful comeback. 

Despite grappling with injury-related concerns, Sri Lanka is eager to leverage the benefits of playing on their home ground, aiming to secure their inaugural points in the championship.

In terms of their past encounters in ODIs, particularly within the context of the Asia Cup, Bangladesh's track record against Sri Lanka has been underwhelming, with only two victories to their name. While Sri Lanka's squad contends with the challenges posed by injuries, their familiarity with their home ground furnishes them with a strategic edge. 

We delve into our premier selections to assemble a potent and formidable Dream11 Fantasy Team recommendation for the impending showdown between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup 2023.

However, Sri Lanka are grappling with injuries as a few of their first-choice players, like Wanindu Hasaranga, Madhushanaka, and Kusal Perera are doubtful for the match against Bangladesh due to niggle, and COVID-19. Perera is down with COVID-19, while Madhushanka has torn his muscle. With the World Cup just around the corner, the island nation would be hoping no other player is injured.

BAN Probable XI: 

Litton Das, Naim Sheikh, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), Afif Hossain, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Shakib Al Hasan (c), Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Mahedi Hasan.

SL Probable XI: 

Dasun Shanaka (C), Kusal Mendis, Dimuth Karunaratne, Pathum Nissanka, Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Chamika Karunaratne, Kasun Rajitha, Lahiru Kumara, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana.