Sri Lanka comprehensively defeated Bangladesh by 7 wickets in the opening Twenty20 International of the three-match series at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy, a short while ago.
Chasing a target of 155 runs, the Lankans chased down the total in 19 overs to claim a 1-0 lead in the series.
Experienced Kusal Mendis top scored with 73 runs in 51 overs.
In the process, Mendis also notched up his 16th T20I half century.
Earlier, Sri Lankan bowlers restricted Bangladesh to 154/5 in their allotted 50 overs.
