Sat Jul 05 15:20:00 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

Sri Lanka defeated Bangladesh in the first ODI of their three-match series, taking a 1-0 lead. Sri Lanka batted first after winning the toss, posting 244 runs with Charith Asalanka scoring a century. Bangladesh collapsed spectacularly after a promising start, losing seven wickets for only five runs and ultimately being bowled out for 167. A key moment was a run-out by Milan Rathnayake. Despite some resistance from the Sri Lankan lower order, Bangladesh’s spinners kept the pressure on, with Tanvir Islam taking important wickets.

**News Article:**

**Sri Lanka Clinches Victory Over Bangladesh in First ODI Following Dramatic Collapse**

Colombo, Sri Lanka – Sri Lanka emerged victorious in the first One Day International against Bangladesh, securing a 77-run win and a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. The match, played at the R. Premadasa Stadium, saw a stunning collapse from the visiting Bangladesh team after a promising start to their chase.

Sri Lankan captain Charith Asalanka’s century led his team to a total of 244 after they were bowled out in the final over. Asalanka’s innings of 106, which included four sixes, proved crucial in setting a competitive target.

Bangladesh began their chase strongly, reaching 100/1 in the 17th over. However, momentum shifted dramatically when Milan Rathnayake executed a brilliant run-out to dismiss Najmul Hossain Shanto (23), ending a 71-run partnership. This triggered a catastrophic collapse, with Bangladesh losing seven wickets for a mere five runs. They were eventually bowled out for 167 in the 36th over.

While Janith Liyanage and Wanindu Hasaranga attempted to steady the Sri Lankan innings late in the game, Bangladesh’s spinners, particularly Tanvir Islam, kept the pressure on, taking key wickets to restrict the scoring.

The second ODI is scheduled to take place [Date] at [Location], where Bangladesh will look to level the series.

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