Sri Lanka to host an all-format international series against Bangladesh
In a rare and welcome occurrence in today’s cricket calendar, Sri Lanka will host Bangladesh for a full-fledged all-format bilateral series, comprising two Tests, three ODIs, and three T20Is. The much-anticipated series is set to take place from June 17 to July 17, 2025, offering fans a month-long dose of multi-format international cricket.
With the international calendar increasingly skewed towards white-ball cricket, such all-format tours have become less frequent. This series is therefore a significant opportunity for both nations to showcase depth across formats while providing context through the World Test Championship and ODI Super League implications.
Series Overview:
- Duration: June 17 – July 17, 2025
- Formats: 2 Tests, 3 ODIs, 3 T20Is
- Venues: Galle, Colombo, Pallekele, and Dambulla
Test Series Schedule
The red-ball leg of the tour will kick things off. The second Test will also be a part of the ICC World Test Championship cycle, giving both teams a chance to earn crucial points.
| Match | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Test | June 17–21, 2025 | Galle International Cricket Stadium, Galle |
| 2nd Test | June 25–29, 2025 | Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo |
ODI Series Schedule
Sri Lanka and Bangladesh will then shift focus to the 50-over format. The ODI leg will begin in Colombo before concluding in Pallekele.
| Match | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 1st ODI | July 2, 2025 | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo |
| 2nd ODI | July 5, 2025 | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo |
| 3rd ODI | July 8, 2025 | Pallekele International Stadium, Pallekele |
T20I Series Schedule
The tour will conclude with a three-match T20I series, scheduled across three different cities, giving fans across Sri Lanka a chance to witness live action.
| Match | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 1st T20I | July 10, 2025 | Pallekele International Stadium, Pallekele |
| 2nd T20I | July 13, 2025 | Rangiri Dambulla Stadium, Dambulla |
| 3rd T20I | July 16, 2025 | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo |
Recent Form & Context
- Sri Lanka last featured in a Test series against Australia, putting up a solid fight in home conditions.
- Bangladesh are entering the series after a 1-1 drawn Test series against Zimbabwe, with some promising performances from emerging players.
The all-format series is expected to be highly competitive, with both teams aiming to fine-tune combinations ahead of upcoming ICC events.
Stay tuned for squad announcements, match previews, and player analyses as Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh 2025 unfolds across formats!
