Kusal Mendis has struck a commanding 124 off 114 balls and added 124 runs with Charith Asalanka (58) to power Sri Lanka to 285 for 7, throwing a steep challenge at Bangladesh with a tough chase in the ODI series decider. Sri Lanka were well set at 222 for 3 after 40 overs, with both set batters at the crease, but Bangladesh’s bowlers kept things tight with a disciplined show. Miraz dismissed Kamindu Mendis (16) and Janith Liyanage (12), while Shamim removed the dangerous Kusal in the 46th over, landing a vital blow that likely denied Sri Lanka 20 extra runs. Earlier, Sri Lanka opted to bat first as Taskin returned for Bangladesh, replacing Hasan Mahmud, while Sri Lanka remained unchanged. Skipper Miraz is relishing the opportunity to win a first-ever series in Sri Lanka, while both sides look to capitalise on their set batters.
