T20 World Cup 2024: Sri Lanka Schedule, Venues And Full Squad. Sri Lanka kicks off their T20 World Cup 2024 campaign against South Africa (June 3rd) in New York. They then face Bangladesh in Texas on June 8th before traveling to Florida to clash with Nepal on June 12th. The team concludes the group stage in the West Indies with a match against the Netherlands (June 17th), followed by the Super Eight stage.
The Island Nation will be led by the wily Wanindu Hasaranga, ably supported by the talented Charith Asalanka. The squad is a well-balanced combination of versatile all-rounders and a strong bowling attack.Angelo Mathews, the reliable all-rounder, brings his experience alongside Dasun Shanaka and Dhananjaya de Silva. This trio adds depth to Sri Lanka’s batting and bowling, providing valuable options.
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The bowling department looks strong, with the attacking leg-spin of skipper Wanindu Hasaranga leading the charge. The mystery spin of Maheesh Theekshana and the left-arm variety of Dunith Wellalage provide a well-rounded spin attack.
Pacers Matheesha Pathirana and Nuwan Thushara offer hostility with their slingy action, while the left-armer Dilshan Madushanka adds valuable seam bowling options.
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Youngster Pathum Nissanka’s recent double-hundred in an ODI this year showcases his ability to bat long and consistently, bringing valuable stability to the top order. Sadeera Samarawickrama and Kusal Mendis offer additional wicketkeeping options and batting depth.With a balanced and well-rounded squad, Sri Lanka aims to recreate the magic of their maiden T20 World Cup victory in 2014.
T20 World Cup 2024 Sri Lanka Squad
Wanindu Hasaranga (c), Charith Asalanka (vc), Kusal Mendis, Pathum Nissanka, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Angelo Mathews, Dhananjaya De Silva, Maheesh Theekshana, Dunith Wellalage, Dushmantha Chameera, Nuwan Thushara, Matheesha Pathirana, and Dilshan Madushanka
Traveling Reserves: Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Asitha Fernando, and Janith Liyanage.
