Bangladesh gets target of 169 to chase after Sri Lanka post 164/7

Bangladesh’s bowlers put up a disciplined performance to contain Sri Lanka’s batters — all except one: Dasun Shanaka. The Sri Lankan all-rounder stood tall against the Bangladeshi attack, smashing an unbeaten 64 off just 37 balls to propel his side to a competitive total. Thanks largely to his explosive knock, Sri Lanka posted 164 for 7 in their 20 overs, setting Bangladesh a target of 169 to win in their Asia Cup Super Four opener. Bangladesh captain Liton Das won the toss and opted to bowl first against their Group A rivals in the tournament’s first Super Four clash. Sri Lanka’s openers, Pathum Nishanka and Kusal Mendis, came out swinging, racing to 44 runs in the first five overs. Left-arm...