Sri Lanka announce 16-member squad for Asia Cup
Sri Lanka squad
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has officially unveiled their 16-man squad for the upcoming T20 Asia Cup 2025, with middle-order batter Charith Asalanka entrusted with the captaincy role.
The squad features a blend of experienced campaigners and exciting youngsters.
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The top order will rely on Pathum Nissanka, wicketkeeper-batter Kusal Mendis, and the explosive Kusal Perera, while the inclusion of Nuwanidu Fernando, Kamindu Mendis, and Kamil Mishara adds further depth to the batting line-up.
All-round options remain strong with Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, and Dunith Wellalage, supported by the versatile Chamika Karunaratne.
Mystery spinner Maheesh Theekshana leads the spin department alongside Hasaranga, while the pace attack is spearheaded by Dushmantha Chameera, Matheesha Pathirana, Nuwan Thushara, and left-armer Binura Fernando.
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The squad announcement also confirms Hasaranga’s recovery from recent injury concerns, a huge boost for Sri Lanka ahead of the continental tournament.
Sri Lanka Squad for Asia Cup 2025:
Charith Asalanka (Captain), Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera, Nuwanidu Fernando, Kamindu Mendis, Kamil Mishara, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Chamika Karunaratne, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Binura Fernando, Nuwan Thushara, Matheesha Pathirana
