Colombo: Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) on Monday announced the final 15-man squad for the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, co-hosted by India from February 7 to March 8.
All-rounder Dasun Shanaka will lead the former champions in the 20-team tournament, whose squad features an experienced core of Padam Nissanga, Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera and Sarith Asalanga.
Former captain Vanindu Hazaranga will lead Sri Lanka’s all-rounder line-up with Kamindu Mendis and Dunit Vellalake, while their bowling unit consists of established pacers Dushmantha Sameera and Madisha Pathirana, with Mahish Dikshana set to provide a specialist spin option.
Sri Lanka, placed in Group B, will begin their campaign against Ireland on February 8 before leaving for Pallekale for their next two group-stage matches against Oman and Australia on February 12 and 16.
The co-hosts will return here on February 19 for their last group-stage game against Zimbabwe.
The 2014 champions are currently engaged in a three-match home T20I series against England, in which the tourists lead 2-0. The third and final match is scheduled for Tuesday.
Sri Lanka Team: Dasun Shanaka (c), Padum Nissanga, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis, Kamindu Mendis, Kusal Janith Perera, Sarith Asalanga, Janith Liyanake, Pawan Ratnayake, Vanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Vellalake, Mahish Dikshana, Dushmantha Sameera, Madishan Sameera, Madishan Sameera.
Sri Lanka’s Group-Stage Matches:
February 8: v Ireland, Colombo
February 12: v Oman, Pallekele
February 16: vs Australia, Pallekele
February 19: v Zimbabwe, Colombo
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