T20 World Cup 2026: Sri Lanka Reveal Final Squad, Dasun Shanaka-led side ready to make an impact

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Colombo, Feb 3: Sri Lanka have confirmed their final squad for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, which begins on February 7 in co-hosting nations India and Sri Lanka. The 15-member squad, led by seasoned campaigner Dasun Shanaka, blends experience and youth as the island nation aims to make a strong impact on home soil.

The Sri Lankan squad features a strong top order with batters such as Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis and Kusal Perera, offering depth and aggression at the top of the innings. Middle-order options include Charith Asalanka and the recalled Kamindu Mendis, who adds spin and batting flexibility.

Sri Lanka's bowling unit is anchored by a combination of pace and spin, with pacers Dushmantha Chameera and Eshan Malinga, alongside spin stars Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana and Dunith Wellalage, ensuring variety and control in the middle overs. The inclusion of Matheesha Pathirana further strengthens the pace attack with raw pace and death-bowling skills.

One of the notable changes from earlier provisional selections was the exclusion of Dhananjaya de Silva due to recent form issues, with Pavan Rathnayake stepping in as his replacement. This last-minute tweak reflects Sri Lanka's adaptive planning ahead of the high-stakes global tournament.

Sri Lanka's Final 15-Member Squad - ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026

Dasun Shanaka (captain), Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera, Charith Asalanka, Kamindu Mendis, Kamil Mishara, Pavan Rathnayake, Janith Liyanage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Matheesha Pathirana, Maheesh Theekshana, Dunith Wellalage, Dushmantha Chameera, and Eshan Malinga.

For Sri Lanka, co-hosting this edition of the T20 World Cup adds extra motivation. The group stage will pit them against tough opponents, offering opportunities to leverage home conditions and crowd support. With a squad that blends firepower, spin depth and all-round capabilities, Sri Lanka will be looking to build momentum from the outset.

The ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 will feature 20 teams competing across India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8, setting the stage for an exciting tournament that culminates in the final in Colombo.