Sri Lanka Under-19 Women’s team have beaten their Bangladesh counterparts in the final by 36 runs to emerge as champions of the tri-nation T20 series. Bangladesh beat both Sri Lanka and Pakistan twice in the first round to appear as the favourites to win the trophy. But Dewmi Vihanga Wijerathne’s dazzling all-around show helped Sri Lanka win the final. In reply, Bangladesh suffered a top-order collapse and slumped to 23 for 4, handing Sri Lanka the advantage early in the game. For Sri Lanka, Wijerathna was the tormenter-in-chief with 3 for 13 while Rismi Sanjana and Yasanthi Nimanthika Madushani Herath grabbed two wickets apiece.

Source: bd News24 February 02, 2024 14:54 UTC