The stage is set for a thrilling series decider as Sri Lanka and Bangladesh face off in the third and final T20I at the iconic R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Wednesday, July 16.
Both sides will be looking to seize the momentum and finish on a high with the series tied 1-1. Sri Lanka cruised to a seven-wicket win in the opener, thanks to a match-winning 73 from Kusal Mendis, while Bangladesh stormed back in the second game with an 83-run victory, led by skipper Litton Das and a dominant bowling performance.
As both teams prepare for this high-stakes encounter, the pitch at the R. Premadasa Stadium will play a crucial role in shaping the outcome. Here's a look at the pitch report, average scores, top run-getters, and leading wicket-takers at the venue ahead of the series finale.
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How many T20Is has R. Premadasa Stadium hosted?
The R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo has hosted a total of 58 T20 International matches as of July 15 2025, making it one of the most frequently used T20I venues in Sri Lanka.
How many spectators can R. Premadasa Stadium hold?
The R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, Sri Lanka, has a seating capacity of 35,000 spectators. It is the largest cricket stadium in Sri Lanka.
R. Premadasa Stadium: Pitch report
The R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo is known for producing balanced T20I pitches that offer something for both batters and bowlers. The surface initially allows for fluent stroke play and run-scoring, it gradually slows down as the game progresses making it a paradise for spinners in the latter stages. This shift often makes chasing a tricky task, especially under lights when the ball grips more on the surface.
Out of the 58 T20Is played at this venue, 23 matches have been won by teams batting first, while 34 have been won by teams chasing, with 3 games ending with no result. Despite the stats slightly favoring chasing sides historically, recent trends suggest that batting first could be the better option particularly on slower tracks in high-pressure games.
The middle overs will be crucial, as this is where spinners tend to take control. Winning the toss and putting runs on the board could give the upper hand in the Sri Lanka vs. Bangladesh decider.
R. Premadasa Stadium: Average scores and toss results in T20Is
Total Matches | 58 |
Matches won batting first | 23 |
Matches won bowling first | 34 |
Average 1st innings Score | 142 |
Average 2nd innings Score | 128 |
What happened in the previous T20I match at R. Premadasa Stadium?
In the most recent T20I match at the R. Premadasa Stadium, played on January 18, 2024, Sri Lanka faced Zimbabwe and secured a dominant 9-wicket victory. The hosts put on a clinical performance, comfortably chasing down the target set by Zimbabwe.
What is the highest score by a team at R. Premadasa Stadium in T20Is?
The highest team score at the R. Premadasa Stadium in T20Is is 215/5, achieved by Bangladesh against Sri Lanka on March 10, 2018. Bangladesh successfully chased down the target in just 19.4 overs.
What is the lowest score by a team at R. Premadasa Stadium in T20Is?
The lowest team score at the R. Premadasa Stadium in T20Is is 80, made by Afghanistan against England on September 21, 2012. Afghanistan were bowled out in 17.2 overs while chasing, resulting in a heavy defeat.
What is the highest individual score at R. Premadasa Stadium in T20Is?
The highest individual score in T20Is at the R. Premadasa Stadium is *99 (not out), achieved by Luke Wright of England against Afghanistan on September 21, 2012. He scored his unbeaten 99 off 55 balls, hitting 8 fours and 6 sixes at a strike rate of 180.00.
What is the best bowling figure at R. Premadasa Stadium in T20Is?
The best bowling figures in T20Is at the R. Premadasa Stadium are 4 wickets for 9 runs by Wanindu Hasaranga of Sri Lanka against India on July 29, 2021. He delivered a match-winning spell, conceding just 9 runs in his 4 overs at an exceptional economy rate of 2.25.
Which batter has the most runs at R. Premadasa Stadium in T20Is?
The batter with the most runs in T20Is at the R. Premadasa Stadium is Kusal Perera of Sri Lanka, who has scored 442 runs in 16 innings between 2013 and 2024. He has a highest score of 77, an average of 27.62, and a strike rate of 138.55, including 4 fifties and 50 fours.
Which bowler has the most wickets at R. Premadasa Stadium in T20Is?
The bowler with the most wickets in T20Is at the R. Premadasa Stadium is Wanindu Hasaranga of Sri Lanka, who has taken 21 wickets in 11 matches between 2021 and 2024.
All stats via ESPN cricinfo
SL vs. BAN betting odds and tips, 3rd T20I match
According to Dafabet, Sri Lanka enter the 3rd T20I as strong favorites with odds of 1.27, while Bangladesh are the underdogs at 2.69, according to the latest markets. The odds reflect Sri Lanka’s overall dominance at home and their strong record at R. Premadasa Stadium.
Bangladesh’s commanding win in the second T20I proves they are more than capable of an upset. Bettors may consider backing top performers like Kusal Mendis or Litton Das in player markets, while the toss could also play a crucial role on a spin-friendly Colombo surface.
Odds | |
Sri Lanka | 1.27 |
Bangladesh | 2.69 |
* Odds are correct at time of publish but subject to change
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