The Asia Cup 2025 is all set with some thrilling matches lined up for the tournament. Basically, two matches have already taken place, giving fans a great start to the tournament. However, the Bangladesh vs Hong Kong Asia Cup 2025 3rd Match is going to give another exciting experience.
Both teams are ready to give a tough competition and make a great start in the tournament. Bangladesh is ready to play its first match. Meanwhile, Hong Kong is trying to make a comeback after losing its first match.
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Bangladesh vs Hong Kong Asia Cup 2025 3rd Match: Head-to-Head
On 11 September 2025, Bangladesh and Hong Kong will be fighting each other in their first match of the 2025 season. However, these two teams have faced each other in only one 1T20I of the 2014 ICC T20World Cup.
In addition, Hong Kong won that match by defeating Bangladesh by two wickets. However, Bangladesh and Hong Kong have made great improvements in their game. It is going to be exciting to watch them battle in the T20 format after such a long time.
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Lineups & Predictions
Both teams have a great balance of experienced players and rising stars. In other words, the experienced players will be bringing steadiness, while the rising stars will bring fresh energy to the game. The playing 11 of the teams is as follows:
Bangladesh
- Batsmen- Tanzid Hasan, Parvez Hossain Emon, Litton Das, Towhid Hridoy, Jaker Ali
- Bowlers- Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman
- All-Rounders- Shamim Hossain, Mahedi Hasan
- Wicket-keeper- Litton Das
Hong Kong
- Batsmen- Zeeshan Ali, Anshuman Rath, Babar Hayat, Nizakat Khan
- Bowler- Ayush Shukla, Ateeq Iqbal, Ehsan Khan
- All-Rounders- Kalhan Challu, Kinchit Shah, Yasim Murtaza, Aizaz Khan
- WicketKepper- Zeeshan Ali
Predictions
At the moment, both teams are going to try hard to grab the win. However, Bangladesh has the upper hand with more experienced players like Litton Das and Towid Hridoy. On the other hand, Hong Kong relies on players like Eshan Khan and Babar Hayat.
Hong Kong will have to put in top efforts if it aims for the win. However, Bangladesh might win their first match because of their recent form and balance in the batting and bowling line-up.
Venue and Weather Forecast
Bangladesh vs. Hong Kong will be facing each other at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. Basically, it is a perfect ground for playing boundaries suited for the batters. Bowlers may struggle a little due to dew.
The weather favours the match; however, it may be hot and humid. There is no sign of rain, but the dew in the evening may cause trouble for the bowlers. Fans can expect a thrilling match without any disturbance.
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