Former champions Sri Lanka began their Asia Cup campaign in style, defeating Bangladesh by six wickets in Abu Dhabi on Sunday.

Chasing 140, Sri Lanka cruised home with 32 balls to spare, thanks to a 95-run second-wicket stand between Pathum Nissanka (50) and newcomer Kamil Mishara (46*).

Earlier, disciplined bowling from Dushmantha Chameera, Nuwan Thushara, and Wanindu Hasaranga restricted Bangladesh to 139-5, despite a late 86-run stand between Jaker Ali (41) and Shamim Hossain (42).

Sri Lanka will face Hong Kong in Dubai on Monday, while Bangladesh meet Afghanistan in a must-win clash.

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