Sri Lanka U19 Women Beat Bangladesh by Four Wickets for First Tri-Series Win
Sri Lanka U19 Women Beat Bangladesh by Four Wickets for First Tri-Series Win
Sri Lanka’s under-19 women opened their account in the Women’s U19 Tri-Nation T20 Series with a four-wicket victory over Bangladesh at Faisalabad’s Iqbal Stadium on Monday, completing their chase of 120 off the final delivery of the match.
Bangladesh, put in to bat first, posted 119 for seven in their 20 overs. Captain Sadia Islam top-scored with a brisk 39 off 22 balls, but Sri Lanka’s bowlers kept the total in check, with Chamodi Herath and Aseni Thalagune claiming two wickets apiece.
Sri Lanka U19 women hold their nerve in final-ball finish
The chase was anchored by Sanjana Kavindi De Silva, whose composed 48 off 46 balls kept Sri Lanka in the hunt as wickets fell around her. With the match going down to the wire, Limansa, the daughter of former Sri Lanka captain Tillakaratne Dilshan, struck the winning runs batting at number eight to spark celebrations in the Sri Lankan camp.
Sri Lanka finished on 120 for six, reaching the target with four wickets in hand and no balls to spare in a finish that delighted the Faisalabad crowd.
Bangladesh rue missed chances after bright start
Bangladesh had looked well placed after their captain’s quickfire knock gave them early momentum. Sadia’s 39 off 22 balls, the highest score of the innings, threatened to take the game away from Sri Lanka before Herath and Thalagune applied the brakes in the middle overs.
The pair’s disciplined bowling meant Bangladesh could not accelerate at the death, and a total of 119 for seven always looked a touch below par on a good batting surface.
What the result means for the tri-series
The victory was Sri Lanka’s first of the tournament after they lost their opening match to Pakistan. Bangladesh, who had beaten Pakistan in the series opener, now have one win and one defeat, the same record as the hosts.
With each of the three sides sitting on one victory apiece after three matches, the race for a place in the final is wide open, and net run rate could yet decide who progresses.
Frequently asked questions
What was the result of the Sri Lanka-Bangladesh U19 women’s match?
Sri Lanka won by four wickets, chasing down Bangladesh’s 119 for seven off the final ball at Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad, on October 5, 2026.
Who were the top performers in the match?
Sadia Islam top-scored for Bangladesh with 39 off 22 balls, while Sanjana Kavindi De Silva’s 48 off 46 anchored Sri Lanka’s chase. Chamodi Herath and Aseni Thalagune took two wickets each for Sri Lanka.
Where is the Women’s U19 Tri-Nation T20 Series being played?
The series is being staged at Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad, with Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka taking part.
What does the result mean for the points table?
All three teams now have one win each after three matches, leaving the race for the final wide open.
