Sri Lanka names a 15-member squad, however some important players are out due to injuries. Wanindu Hasaranga, along with players like Dushmantha Chameera, Lahiru Madushanka, and Lahiru Kumara, will be absent from the main event.
Finally announcing their lineup for the next Asia Cup, which will start on August 30 in Multan. The defending champions Sri Lanka. Wanindu Hasaranga, a leg-spinner who concluded the Lanka Premier League as the competition’s top run-scorer and wicket-taker, would be absent from the premier event. Along with players like Dushmantha Chameera, Lahiru Madushanka, and Lahiru Kumara.
As a result, the bowling unit appears somewhat pale despite having guys with some experience on the international stage. While Matheesha Pathirana and Kasun Rajitha, who have performed well recently, will be heavily relied upon. Binura Fernando and Pramod Madushan have gained a place in the team to fill the shoes of the injured players.
Meanwhile, Kusal Perera rejoins the team after a two-year absence. The cricketer is currently recovering from the flu, so it is uncertain if he will be available for the opening matches. He will, however, bring much-needed experience to the team upon his comeback and, with strong performances, may even guarantee his place in the ODI World Cup.
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Sri Lanka will play against Bangladesh in opening fixture
In their opening encounter of the competition, Bangladesh will face the Dasun Shanaka-led team. Bangladesh has announced a strong team for the competition but lacks some experience due to the absence of Tamim Iqbal. Despite this, the team led by Shakib Al Hasan is optimistic about their chances and plans to try to advance to the competition’s Super Four.
Sri Lanka too will have the same target. They will play their league matches in Pakistan but will be playing Super Four matches on their home turf. Hence, the target will be to qualify for the next round and then, once again challenge for the title.
Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2023 squad: Dasun Shanaka (c), Pathum Nissanaka, Dimuth Karunaratne, Kusal Janith Perera, Kusal Mendis (vc), Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Maheesh Theekshana, Dunith Wellalage, Matheesha Pathirana, Kasun Rajitha, Dushan Hemantha, Binura Fernando, Pramod Madushan.
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