Sri Lanka v Bangladesh Test series

Shanto defends Anamul, hails Nayeem after Colombo collapse

“Bijoy bhai has scored heavily in domestic cricket. We needed someone experienced at the top because our openers have not been consistent in the past year,” Shanto defended.

Colombo Test / Bangladesh batters falter as Sri Lanka dominate Day 1

The visitors are eyeing a historic achievement, aiming to clinch their first-ever Test series win against Sri Lanka on their home soil.

SL captain Dhananjaya bets on pace over spin for Colombo Test

“Not just in the last series in Bangladesh, even in the previous one it was pace that got a lot of wickets,” said de Silva.

Miraz back, Nayeem shines: Bangladesh face 'good headache' ahead of Colombo Test

Head coach Phil Simmons admitted the team now faces a "good headache" in balancing the playing 11.

Was Shanto's return to runs overshadowed by Tigers' missing intent?

Yet, despite the individual brilliance, murmurs of doubt persisted over Bangladesh’s approach, particularly their intent, or the lack thereof, in pursuing a win.

‘Tough guy’: Shanto earns Salahuddin’s praise for mental strength

“As a leader, he’s shown great character, which will benefit the rest of the team.”

Rathnayake targets batters’ weakness with twin-arm spin

What sets Rathnayake apart is his strategic use of both arms while bowling. 

'Flattest wickets we have seen in Galle'

Bangladesh senior assistant coach Mohammad Salahuddin said it was a "very good effort by the batsmen".

Late collapse takes impetus out of Bangladesh innings on Day 2

Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto fell two runs short of 150 after offering a catch to Angelo Mathews on the second morning of the Galle Test against Sri Lanka on Wednesday.

June 28, 2025
June 28, 2025

Shanto defends Anamul, hails Nayeem after Colombo collapse

“Bijoy bhai has scored heavily in domestic cricket. We needed someone experienced at the top because our openers have not been consistent in the past year,” Shanto defended.

June 25, 2025
June 25, 2025

Bangladesh batters falter as Sri Lanka dominate Day 1

The visitors are eyeing a historic achievement, aiming to clinch their first-ever Test series win against Sri Lanka on their home soil.

June 24, 2025
June 24, 2025

SL captain Dhananjaya bets on pace over spin for Colombo Test

“Not just in the last series in Bangladesh, even in the previous one it was pace that got a lot of wickets,” said de Silva.

June 24, 2025
June 24, 2025

Miraz back, Nayeem shines: Bangladesh face 'good headache' ahead of Colombo Test

Head coach Phil Simmons admitted the team now faces a "good headache" in balancing the playing 11.

June 21, 2025
June 21, 2025

Was Shanto's return to runs overshadowed by Tigers' missing intent?

Yet, despite the individual brilliance, murmurs of doubt persisted over Bangladesh’s approach, particularly their intent, or the lack thereof, in pursuing a win.

June 19, 2025
June 19, 2025

‘Tough guy’: Shanto earns Salahuddin’s praise for mental strength

“As a leader, he’s shown great character, which will benefit the rest of the team.”

June 18, 2025
June 18, 2025

Rathnayake targets batters’ weakness with twin-arm spin

What sets Rathnayake apart is his strategic use of both arms while bowling. 

June 18, 2025
June 18, 2025

'Flattest wickets we have seen in Galle'

Bangladesh senior assistant coach Mohammad Salahuddin said it was a "very good effort by the batsmen".

June 18, 2025
June 18, 2025

Late collapse takes impetus out of Bangladesh innings on Day 2

Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto fell two runs short of 150 after offering a catch to Angelo Mathews on the second morning of the Galle Test against Sri Lanka on Wednesday.

June 17, 2025
June 17, 2025

In pictures: Shanto celebrates much-needed hundred

His positive intent, smart footwork, and assuredness set the tone for a dominant start to Bangladesh’s new WTC campaign.