The Sri Lankan Cricket Board has announced their 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2024. Wanindu Hasaranga has been named as the captain, while Charith Asalanka will serve as the vice-captain. Experienced players like Angelo Mathews, Dasun Shanaka, Kusal Mendis, and Dhanajaya de Silva have also been included in the squad. The team will kick off their tournament against South Africa on June 3, and will be looking to reclaim the title they won in 2014.
Sri Lanka's Pursuit of T20 Glory: Squad Announced for World Cup 2024
The Sri Lankan Cricket Board has unveiled its 15-man squad for the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2024 in the United States and the Caribbean. The tournament will be held from May 30 to June 28, and Sri Lanka will be looking to reclaim the title they won in 2014 under the leadership of Lasith Malinga.
Squad Overview
The squad is a blend of experience and youth, with veteran all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga named as captain and Charith Asalanka as vice-captain. Other notable inclusions include Angelo Mathews, Dasun Shanaka, Kusal Mendis, and Dhanajaya de Silva. These players have been instrumental in Sri Lanka's recent success in the format, and their experience will be invaluable.
Playing Style and Expectations
Sri Lanka is renowned for its aggressive and fearless approach in T20 cricket. The team boasts a strong batting lineup that can score runs quickly, and a bowling attack that is capable of taking wickets at crucial junctures. Their spinners, led by Hasaranga, are particularly dangerous in the middle overs.
The Sri Lankan camp will be hoping to replicate their performances from the 2014 tournament, where they upset the heavily-favored India in the final. However, they will face stiff competition from other top teams such as Australia, England, India, and New Zealand.
Top 5 FAQs about the Sri Lankan Cricket Team
1. When is the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 taking place? Answer: May 30 to June 28, 2024
2. Who is the captain of the Sri Lankan squad? Answer: Wanindu Hasaranga
3. Who are some of the key players in the squad? Answer: Angelo Mathews, Dasun Shanaka, Kusal Mendis, Dhanajaya de Silva
4. What was Sri Lanka's best performance in the T20 World Cup? Answer: Winners in 2014
5. How many T20 World Cup titles has Sri Lanka won? Answer: One
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