Bangladesh bowled out Sri Lanka for 244 in the first ODI, with Taskin Ahmed spearheading the attack with four wickets and Tanzim Hasan Sakib providing strong support with three.

After a shaky start, Sri Lanka regrouped through a crucial 60-run partnership between captain Charith Asalanka and Kusal Mendis, who fell just short of a half-century. Asalanka continued to anchor the innings, forming another key stand with debutant Milan Rathnayake. Wanindu Hasaranga added a brisk cameo, but the lower order faltered in the final overs.

Asalanka’s gritty 106 guided Sri Lanka to a competitive total, but Bangladesh’s disciplined bowling performance remained the standout.

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