Head-to-Head Stats: Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh T20I History & Standout Matches

With Sri Lanka and Bangladesh set to contest the series-decider in the 3rd T20I on July 16, 2025, it’s time to revisit their T20I rivalry. This article reveals the head-to-head numbers, top performers, and iconic matches that have defined the Bangladesh tour of Sri Lanka.

Overall T20I Record

• Matches played: 17
   
• Sri Lanka wins: 11
   
• Bangladesh wins: 6
   
• No draws/results: 0
   

Sri Lanka has maintained the upper hand, particularly in Asia, but Bangladesh have clinched six victories, showcasing their growing competitiveness.

Performance by Venue

• In Sri Lanka: Sri Lanka leads 6–2, but Bangladesh have shone post-2017, including series victories .
   
• In Bangladesh: Bangladesh lead 6–3, reflecting home advantage .
   
• Neutral venues: Sri Lanka is 1–0 ahead.
   

Batting Leaders

Player	Team	Runs	Innings	Avg	SR
Kusal Mendis	Sri Lanka	432	8	54.0	–
Kusal Perera	Sri Lanka	366	8	45.8	–
Mahmudullah Riyad	Bangladesh	352	11	–	~148

• Mendis tops the chart, with eight innings yielding 432 runs and a stellar average.
   
• Perera follows closely with 366 runs.
   
• Mahmudullah leads Bangladesh scoring, totaling 352 runs in 11 innings.
   

Bowling Leaders

• Shakib Al Hasan (BAN): 12 wickets at 15.66 average.
   
• Mustafizur Rahman (BAN): 11 wickets, economy around 9.25.
   
• Lasith Malinga (SL): 11 wickets, avg 14.6.
   
• Dushmantha Chameera (SL): Leading recent wicket-taker with impactful spells.
   

Notable T20I Matches

1. 2018 Nidahas Trophy, Colombo

Bangladesh chased 160 to win by 2 wickets—one of their early big victories in Sri Lanka .

2. 2018 Nidahas Trophy, second match

Bangladesh defended 215(5) with Mustafizur's 4/21, completing a dramatic win.

3. March 2024 series in Bangladesh

Clean series split: SL won 1st T20I by 3 runs; BAN took 2nd by 8 wickets; SL won 3rd by 28 runs.

4. 2024 T20 World Cup in Dallas

Bangladesh edged Sri Lanka by 2 wickets amid a competitive tournament .

Trends & Insights

• Sri Lanka dominate overall, especially at home and in Asia Cup/T20 Cup matches.
   
• Bangladesh terrorize at home, with recent series successes and solid performances .
   
• Key individuals stand out: Mendis and Perera form Sri Lanka’s batting backbone; Shakib and Mustafizur anchor Bangladesh’s bowling attack.
   

What to Watch on July 16

The final T20I offers high stakes. Will Sri Lanka leverage home advantage and spin dominance? Or will Bangladesh’s recent form and standout performers tip the balance?

• Milestone angles: Mendis could be top run-scorer, Mustafizur may extend lead among bowlers, and the next big match could add to the head-to-head narrative.
   
• Strategic scenarios: If Bangladesh chase successfully, they'll level series momentum; a Sri Lankan win tilts the rivalry back decisively.
   

Final Take

This rivalry has depth—17 T20Is, 11–6 lead to Sri Lanka, star players on both sides, and standout games that have swung series. As they meet again in Colombo, expect another captivating chapter—one that could rebalance stats and shift momentum on the road to the Asia Cup.