Colombo, January 2, 2026
Sri Lanka Announces Provisional Squad for Upcoming Tour
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Sri Lanka Cricket has revealed a 25-man provisional squad, setting the stage for an intriguing upcoming tour.
- Dasun Shanaka will captain the squad.
- The squad features a blend of experienced players and emerging talents.
- Several batting and bowling options are included, offering tactical flexibility.
Sri Lanka has named a 25-player provisional squad, spearheaded by captain Dasun Shanaka, for their forthcoming tour. The selection committee has opted for a comprehensive roster, balancing seasoned campaigners with promising newcomers, signaling a strategic approach to the challenges ahead. The team aims to leverage a diverse skillset across both batting and bowling departments.
A Look at the Selected Players
The provisional squad boasts a strong batting lineup including Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, and Dhananjaya de Silva. Kusal Perera and Niroshan Dickwella add further experience to the top and middle order. Emerging talents like Kamil Mishara, Janith Liyanage, Charith Asalanka, Kamindu Mendis, Pavan Rathnayake, Sahan Arachchige, and Traveen Mathew have also been included, offering a glimpse into the future of Sri Lankan cricket.
What is the composition of Sri Lanka’s provisional squad? The squad includes 13 batsmen, 4 all-rounders, and 8 bowlers, providing a well-rounded team capable of adapting to various match conditions.
Bowling Attack and All-Rounders
The bowling attack will be led by Nuwan Thushara, Eshan Malinga, Dushmantha Chameera, and Pramod Madushan. Matheesha Pathirana and Dilshan Madushanka add pace and variety, while Maheesh Theekshana provides a spin threat. Wanindu Hasaranga and Dunith Wellalage offer valuable all-round capabilities, alongside Shanaka himself. Dushan Hemantha, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, and Milan Rathnayake round out the squad.
The complete squad list includes: Dasun Shanaka (captain), Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Perera, Dhananjaya de Silva, Niroshan Dickwella, Janith Liyanage, Charith Asalanka, Kamindu Mendis, Pavan Rathnayake, Sahan Arachchige, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Milan Rathnayake, Nuwan Thushara, Eshan Malinga, Dushmantha Chameera, Pramod Madushan, Matheesha Pathirana, Dilshan Madushanka, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushan Hemantha, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, and Traveen Mathew.
