Sri Lanka edge Bangladesh U-19 Women in last-ball thriller

Bangladesh suffered a heartbreaking four-wicket defeat to Sri Lanka in a last-ball thriller in the U-19 Women’s Tri-Nation Series on Monday.

After beating hosts Pakistan in their opening match, Bangladesh looked set for another victory but could not defend their total of 119-7.

Captain Sadia Islam led the batting effort with a brisk 39 off 22 balls, while Nishita Akter Nishi added 26 from 35 deliveries. Ochena Jannat chipped in with 16 as Bangladesh posted a competitive score.

Sri Lanka lost an early wicket in reply but recovered through opener Sanjana Kavindi, who top-scored with 48. Balasuriya contributed 21 as the islanders stayed in the chase.

Bangladesh fought back with regular breakthroughs, with Nishi claiming two wickets and Farzjana Easmin and Afrin Mim taking one each. However, Sri Lanka held their nerve to reach the target off the final ball and seal a dramatic victory