Sri Lanka’s second match of the U19 Women’s T20 Tri-Series, involving Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Pakistan, was played today against Bangladesh in Faisalabad.
Winning the toss, Bangladesh chose to bat first. They finished on 119 for 7 in their 20 overs.
Captain Sadia Islam scored a rapid 39, while Nishita Akter added 26.
With the ball, Aseni Thalagune and Chamodi Herath each took 2 wickets.
Chasing a target of 120, Sri Lanka sealed the win off the final ball of the match, winning by 4 wickets.
Sanjana Kavindi was Sri Lanka’s top scorer with 48, while Vimoksha Balasuriya added 21.
With the ball, Nishita Akter took 2 wickets for Bangladesh.
Sanjana Kavindi was named Player of the Match.
Sri Lanka’s next match in the tournament is scheduled for October 8, against hosts Pakistan.
Match Scorecard
Bangladesh: 119/7 (20 overs)
- Sadia Islam 39(22), Nishita Akter 26(35)
- Aseni Thalagune 2/12, Chamodi Herath 2/20
Sri Lanka: 120/6 (20 overs)
- Sanjana Kavindi 48(46), Vimoksha Balasuriya 21(26)
- Nishita Akter 2/26, Afrin Mim 1/19
