Sri Lanka Reveal Preliminary 25-Man Squad for 2026 T20 World Cup
"The team includes a blend of experienced players and promising young talent." Sri Lanka Cricket has announced a 25-member preliminary squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. The tournament will be co-hosted by Sr…
"The team includes a blend of experienced players and promising young talent."
Sri Lanka Cricket has announced a 25-member preliminary squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. The tournament will be co-hosted by Sri Lanka and India, and the national team is gearing up for a strong campaign.
Dasun Shanaka has been named captain of the squad. The team features a mix of experienced players and promising young talent, aiming to balance experience with fresh energy. Selectors will use this extended squad to test form, fitness, and team combinations ahead of the global event.
Preliminary Squad:
- 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
- Maheesh Theekshana
- Dunith Wellalage
- Dushan Hemantha
- Traveen Mathew
- Vijayakanth Viyaskanth
- Dushmantha Chameera
- Nuwan Thushara
- Matheesha Pathirana
- Eshan Malinga
- Pramod Madushan
- Dilshan Madushanka
- Milan Rathnayake
Key players like Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, and Matheesha Pathirana are expected to play crucial roles. Young talents such as Kamil Mishara, Dunith Wellalage, and Pavan Rathnayake provide depth and future prospects for the team.
The selectors will closely monitor the squad during training camps and practice matches before finalizing the 15-member team that will compete in the T20 World Cup. Sri Lanka will aim to make a strong impression on home soil and challenge the top teams in the tournament.
