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**Summary:**

Bangladesh defeated Sri Lanka by 16 runs in the second ODI, leveling the series 1-1. Bangladesh scored 248, powered by Parvez Hossain Emon’s maiden half-century and Towhid Hridoy’s fifty. Tanvir Islam’s impressive five-wicket haul then dismantled the Sri Lankan batting lineup, despite a late fightback. Sri Lanka’s Janith Liyanage top-scored with 78, but his dismissal ultimately sealed the victory for Bangladesh.

**News Article:**

**Bangladesh Levels Series with Thrilling 16-Run Victory Over Sri Lanka**

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) – A stellar bowling performance led by Tanvir Islam’s career-best five wickets secured a tense 16-run victory for Bangladesh over Sri Lanka in the second ODI on Saturday, leveling the three-match series at 1-1.

Bangladesh, batting first, posted a total of 248 before being bowled out in the 46th over at the R. Premadasa Stadium. Parvez Hossain Emon anchored the innings with a maiden half-century (67), while Towhid Hridoy contributed a valuable 51. Asitha Fernando was the pick of the Sri Lankan bowlers, taking 4-35.

Sri Lanka initially looked comfortable in their chase, but a batting collapse saw them slump to 170-8. Janith Liyanage (78) and Dushmantha Chameera (27) offered late resistance with a 58-run partnership, but the pressure ultimately proved too much.

Earlier in the Sri Lankan innings, Kusal Mendis provided a quickfire 56 off just 31 balls, hitting nine boundaries and a six, but his aggressive innings was cut short by Tanvir Islam.

Tanvir’s 5-39 proved decisive, earning him Man of the Match honors. The series now heads to Pallekele for the decisive third ODI on Tuesday.

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