Sri Lanka Cricket unveils full strength squad for home T20I series against India; Charith Asalanka will lead

I Sri Lanka Cricket Board (SLC) revealed a strong squad of 16 members the upcoming T20I series against India. The three-match series will be held at the Pallekele International Stadium, promising an exciting contest between the two neighboring countries.

Charith Asalanka will lead

Charith Asalanka he was appointed as the captain of the Sri Lankan team. Under his leadership, the team aims to show strong performance and use his tactical power to guide the team to victory. Notably, Asalanka takes over the T20I captaincy from them Wanindu Hasaranga after the latter resigned earlier this month.

Sri Lanka is looking for redemption

The way Sri Lanka played in the recent ICC T20 World Cup was disappointing, the team was eliminated from the group stage after getting one win from four matches, and one match was rained out. This series against India provides an important opportunity for the team to rebuild, regain confidence, and showcase their skills on the international stage.

Key players will stand out

This squad includes several key players who are expected to shine in this series. These include Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Janith Perera, Avishka Fernandoagain Kusal Mendis. Experienced players love it Dinesh Chandimal again Dasun Shanakaand emerging talents like Hasaranga and Matheesha Pathirana, add depth to the team. The squad is well balanced with a mix of seasoned players and promising newcomers, setting the stage for a competitive series.

Sri Lanka squad to play India T20Is: Charith Asalanka (c), Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Janith Perera, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis, Dinesh Chandimal, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Matheeshaman Pathimerash, Dunurash Thusera Fernando

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India brings a new way

India, too, is bringing a new approach to the series with a new coaching and leadership program. Gautam Gambhir, who was appointed as the head coach following India’s ICC World Cup victory, is expected to bring new techniques and renewed energy to the team. His appointment marks a major change in cricket tactics in India, as Gambhir is known for his aggressiveness and intelligence as a former player and leader.

Alongside him, the combination of experienced and young players in the team are ready to form a strong and unpredictable team under the leadership Suryakumar Yadav. This change in coaching and leadership is aimed at maintaining India’s competitive level and continuing their recent success at the international level, making the upcoming matches against Sri Lanka highly anticipated.

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