The Sri Lankan cricket team has been announced for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, set to take place in the West Indies and the USA from June 1 to June 29. The selection committee’s decision has been officially endorsed by the Honorable Minister of Sports and Youth Affairs, Harin Fernando. The squad will embark on their journey to the World Cup on May 14, 2024.
Here is the complete list of players selected for the main team:
- Wanindu Hasaranga (Captain)
- Charith Asalanka (Vice Captain)
- Kusal Mendis
- Pathum Nissanka
- Kamindu Mendis
- Sadeera Samarawickrama
- Angelo Mathews
- Dasun Shanaka
- Dhananjaya De Silva
- Maheesh Theekshana
- Dunith Wellalage
- Dushmantha Chameera
- Nuwan Thushara
- Matheesha Pathirana
- Dilshan Madushanka
Additionally, the following players have been designated as travelling reserves:
- Asitha Fernando
- Vijayakanth Viyaskanth
- Bhanuka Rajapaksa
- Janith Liyanage
This lineup showcases a blend of experienced players and new talents, ready to represent Sri Lanka on the global stage at the T20 World Cup.