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India.com
3 days ago
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- India.com
SL Vs BAN 1st Test Day 2 FREE Live Streaming Details: When And Where To Watch Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh Test Match Live Telecast On TV, Mobile APPs Online
WTC 2025-27: Bangladesh stamped their authority on the opening day of the Galle Test against Sri Lanka, riding on a majestic unbeaten partnership between Najmul Hossain Shanto and Mushfiqur Rahim. The duo put together a commanding 247-run stand, steering Bangladesh to a dominant 292 for 3 at stumps after a shaky start to the day. Sri Lanka enjoyed early success in the first hour, taking three quick wickets and reducing the visitors to under 50 runs. The conditions in Galle, traditionally favourable to spin and challenging for batters, offered a rare edge to those with the willow on this occasion. Bangladesh, having won the toss and elected to bat, looked to make the most of the placid surface. However, early nerves set in when three top-order wickets fell cheaply. But Shanto, who had barely faced a few balls when Mushfiqur joined him at the crease, quickly settled in. On just his sixth delivery, he announced his intent with an authoritative shot down the ground off debutant Tharindu Rathnayake, instantly shifting the momentum. From there on, it was a masterclass in composure and partnership-building. Shanto finished the day unbeaten on 136, while Mushfiqur, the senior pro, provided rock-solid support with 105 not out. Their calculated aggression and sharp running between the wickets frustrated the Sri Lankan attack, which looked increasingly toothless as the day wore on. As day one concluded, Bangladesh found themselves firmly in control. With a solid foundation already laid and plenty of batting to come, the visitors will look to build on this momentum and pile pressure on the hosts on day two. Sri Lanka, on the other hand, will need early breakthroughs on the second morning if they are to claw their way back into the contest. SL vs BAN 1st Test: Match Details Dates: June 17 to 21, 2025 Time: 10:00 AM IST Venue: Galle International Stadium, Galle SL vs BAN 1st Test: Complete Live Streaming Details Where to Watch Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh 1st Test on TV? The Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh 1st Test will be telecast live on the Sony Sports Network in India. What Time Does SL vs BAN Day 2 Start? The Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh 1st Test will begin at 10:00 AM IST on June 17, 2025. Where to Watch Online in India? Fans can watch the live streaming of the SL vs BAN 1st Test on the Sony Liv app and website. A valid subscription is required to access the content. With both teams aiming to begin their World Test Championship journey on a high note, the SL vs BAN 1st Test promises to be a riveting contest.
Qatar Tribune
3 days ago
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- Qatar Tribune
Shanto, Mushfiqur tons headline Bangladesh's day of dominance
Agencies The first hour or so of play on the opening day of the Galle Test belonged to Sri Lanka on Tuesday. But after that, it was all Bangladesh, as Najmul Hossain Shanto and Mushfiqur Rahim struck centuries during an unbroken stand of 247, to seize control of day one, reports By stumps, Shanto was unbeaten on 136 and had Mushfiqur right behind him on 105 not out. Seamer Milan Rathnayake was the most economical of the Sri Lanka bowlers, his 12 overs going for just 19 runs, but the bulk of the overs were bowled by the spin pair of Prabath Jayasuriya and debutant Tharindu Rathnayake. The wickets were split between Asitha Fernando and debutant Tharindu, but once Shanto and Mushfiqur were set, Sri Lanka rarely caused them trouble. Winning the toss and opting to bat is usually the obvious call in Galle, but this time in particular, with conditions more favourable than usual for batters, Shanto was rightfully chuffed when the toss fell his way. That smile though, had become closer to a grimace when he stood at the non-striker's end watching a third Bangladeshi batter fall with not even 50 on the board. When Mushfiqur walked out to join him, Shanto himself had faced just three deliveries; it took him only until his sixth though to show that he would not be cowed by the situation, skipping down the track and smoking one back over Tharindu's head. That set the tone, if not outright aggression and displayed resolute confidence. Sri Lanka for most of the morning, would not have imagined proceedings ending up like this. The day had begun with a felicitation and a guard of honour for the retiring Angelo Mathews, and then just 4.3 overs into the day's play, Asitha got one to seam away and catch Anamul Haque's edge. Tharindu then added to the celebratory mood, grabbing two wickets in consecutive deliveries (across two overs), a dream start to his Test career. But then things took a turn with the experience of Shanto and Mushfiqur coming into play. ScorescColor:> Bangladesh 292 for 3 (Shanto 136*, Mushfiqur 105*, Tharindu 2-124) vs Sri Lanka.
Arab News
3 days ago
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- Arab News
Record stand puts Bangladesh in command in first Sri Lanka Test
GALLE, Sri Lanka: A record-breaking fourth-wicket partnership between captain Najmul Hossain Shanto and Mushfiqur Rahim put Bangladesh in control at 292-3 on day one of the first Test against Sri Lanka on Tuesday. For the latest updates, follow us @ArabNewsSport After a wobbly start at Galle, the pair stitched together 247 runs — the highest fourth-wicket stand for Bangladesh in Tests against Sri Lanka — steering the tourists to a commanding position at stumps. Having elected to bat first, Bangladesh were reeling at 45-3 when the duo came together. What followed was a gritty rescue act— a partnership built on sound temperament, clever shot selection and an unflinching resolve as they dug their team out of early trouble. Mushfiqur, the most capped Test player in Bangladesh history with 97 appearances, silenced his critics with a timely ton. The veteran, under the pump after a lean patch spanning 13 innings without a half-century, rolled back the years with a knock of poise and purpose. The 38-year-old has fond memories of Galle, having struck a monumental double hundred there in 2013, and once again turned tormentor-in-chief for the Sri Lankan bowlers. He did enjoy a slice of luck — a tough chance spilled by debutant Tharindu Rathnayake on 25 — but made it count, navigating a nervy passage in the 90s, before scampering a quick single to notch up his 12th Test hundred. Shanto, positive from the outset, kept the scoreboard ticking with deft footwork and a keen eye for the loose ball. He brought up his sixth Test century — and second against Sri Lanka — with a cheeky paddle sweep off Prabath Jayasuriya, marking his first ton since November 2023. Sri Lanka made early inroads with right-arm quick Asitha Fernando drawing first blood, removing opener Anamul Haque for a duck. Off-spinner Rathnayake, handed his Test cap on the back of a prolific domestic season, struck twice in quick succession. But once the Shanto-Mushfiqur duo got their eye in, it was one-way traffic. Sri Lanka also handed a debut to opening batter Lahiru Udara, another domestic heavyweight, while the hosts paused before the start of play to congratulate retiring stalwart Angelo Mathews. The 38-year-old Mathews, playing his 119th and final Test, will hang up his boots with over 8,000 runs, behind only Kumar Sangakkara and Mahela Jayawardene in Sri Lanka's all-time charts. Mathews speaking before the start, said he was 'extremely proud to have a wonderful journey, thankful for whoever was part of it.' 'Feeling quite special. Realizing that I have played over 100 Tests,' he added. 'Playing for the country was my dream; it has come true.' The match is the first in the new two-year World Test Championship cycle. The second Test begins in Colombo on June 25.
Time of India
3 days ago
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- Time of India
Unstoppable Mushfiqur Rahim creates new Test record for Bangladesh
Mushfiqur Rahim ended Day 1 with 105* runs from 186 deliveries (Image via X/@CricCrazyJohns) Bangladesh's Mushfiqur Rahim surpassed Mohammad Ashraful's record to become the country's highest Test run-scorer in Sri Lanka during the first day of the Galle Test on June 17. He achieved this milestone with an unbeaten century of 105 runs, taking his total to 755 runs in Sri Lanka, while also forming a crucial 247-run partnership with captain Najmul Hossain Shanto. Rahim's achievement came as he overtook Ashraful's previous record of 751 runs in 18 innings. His impressive average of 68.63 in Sri Lanka includes one century and five half-centuries across 15 innings. The record-breaking innings also helped Bangladesh get back on track after an early collapse at 45/3, with Rahim and Shanto batting through two sessions. Their partnership propelled Bangladesh to a strong position of 292/3 at stumps on the first day. The match holds additional significance as it marks Sri Lankan player Angelo Mathews ' retirement Test match. The veteran was given a guard of honour ahead of the game as well. Sri Lanka's bowling attack struggled without key players Lahiru Kumara and Praveen Jayawickrama, failing to break the partnership that dominated most of the day's play. The making of Dhruv Jurel: Kargil war hero's son who chose cricket over the Army Amongst Bangladeshi batters in Sri Lanka, Tamim Iqbal holds the third position with 556 runs in 10 innings, followed by Mominul Haque with 428 runs in 10 innings, and Habibul Bashar with 291 runs in 16 innings. Rahim, who is approaching the end of his career, demonstrated his experience and skill by scoring his 28th Test fifty during this innings. His partner Shanto remained unbeaten on 136 off 260 balls at stumps. Poll Do you think Mushfiqur Rahim will surpass 1000 Test runs in Sri Lanka? Yes No The partnership between Rahim and Shanto proved decisive as they batted flawlessly for over two sessions, putting Bangladesh in a commanding position. Their stand helped the team recover from the early setback and dominate the day's play at the Galle International Stadium.
Yahoo
05-02-2025
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- Yahoo
Key to all-rounder's Champions Trophy bid
Australia all-rounder Aaron Hardie is aiming to keep his game 'as flexible as possible' as he closes in on Champions Trophy selection following the injury to Mitchell Marsh. Hardie, 26, is in the 15-man squad set for Pakistan in late February after recovering from his quad setback sustained during the Big Bash League season. Australia is yet to announce a replacement for the injured Marsh, who was ruled out of the tournament last week with a back complaint. Coach Andrew McDonald said after the Galle Test that Australia would look to play an 'eight-batter team' and named Hardie as one of the options to fill Marsh's void alongside Marcus Stoinis and Beau Webster. Hardie, from Western Australia, said his quad was 'the best it has ever been' and has been working with coaches to ensure he can fill any role he is asked to play at national level. 'I have been training and speaking to the coaches and putting things in place to be as flexible as possible,' Hardie said. 'Whether one game you bat (No.) 3 and one game you bat 7, there's not many people who can go out there and do that. 'So rather pigeonholing into a certain position, (I am) just trying to stay as flexible as possible. 'It helps in team balance if someone goes down or someone's not available for a certain tour to be able to jump into any position and be able to help win games.' Hardie suspects his role, if selected, will be batting at fifth or sixth drop and assisting with overs alongside one of the Aussies' spinning all-rounders. 'I think if I get a role in those games, it's going to be being able to contribute with the ball in terms of being that fifth bowling option,' he said. 'Whether it's a spinner and myself being able to fill a 10-over role to be able to make up that fifth bowler. 'I bat up the order at home but I think to have that ability to come in at seven and eight and contribute with the bat is really important.' Hardie started playing state cricket for Western Australia in 2019 and rose to his international debut in 2023. Hardie, who bats at No.5 and bowls first change in Sheffield Shield, said the Test arena was 'certainly' still a focus. 'Yeah absolutely, it's certainly a conversation I have with the coaches in WA around the red-ball side of it,' he said. 'I have loved playing red-ball cricket for WA, we've had so much success in that space, so there's a number of players in that team who are very close to cracking through at that next level. 'As a kid you always want to play in the baggy green and I certainly still have that on the list.' Australia has until Wednesday, February 12 to confirm Marsh's replacement into the side. Australia's Champion Trophy squad: Pat Cummins (c), Alex Carey, Nathan Ellis, Aaron Hardie, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Marnus Labuschagne, Glenn Maxwell, Matt Short, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Marcus Stoinis, Adam Zampa.
