Sri Lanka Announces Squad for Asia Cup 2025

Sri Lanka have announced their 16-member squad for the Asia Cup 2025, featuring the return of Wanindu Hasaranga while omitting veteran Angelo Mathews. So let’s have a look at Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 Squad.

Wanindu Hasaranga Returns to Boost Sri Lanka’s Spin Attack

Ace leg-spinner Wanindu Hasaranga has been included in Sri Lanka’s squad after missing recent tours due to injury, giving the team a major boost in the spin department. He joins Maheesh Theekshana and Dunith Wellalage, forming a formidable trio for the tournament in the UAE.

Charith Asalanka Leads; Angelo Mathews Omitted

Charith Asalanka captains the side, which also features young batting options like Nuwanidu Fernando and Kamil Mishara. Notably, Angelo Mathews is absent from the squad, marking a shift towards a younger core. The squad will face Bangladesh, Hong Kong, and Afghanistan in Group B as Sri Lanka aims to reclaim the title they last won in 2022.

Youth and Experience Balance

Apart from the spinners, Sri Lanka will rely on pacers such as Dilshan Madushanka and Kasun Rajitha to provide breakthroughs in the UAE conditions. Experienced players like Kusal Mendis and Dhananjaya de Silva are expected to anchor the batting order, while youngsters are tasked with bringing flair and energy. The management’s decision to back youth signals a long-term vision ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026.

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Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 Squad

  • Charith Asalanka (C)
  • Kusal Mendis (VC)
  • Pathum Nissanka
  • Nuwanidu Fernando
  • Kamil Mishara (wk)
  • Dhananjaya de Silva
  • Wanindu Hasaranga
  • Maheesh Theekshana
  • Dunith Wellalage
  • Dasun Shanaka
  • Chamika Karunaratne
  • Dilshan Madushanka
  • Kasun Rajitha
  • Pramod Madushan
  • Sadeera Samarawickrama
  • Matheesha Pathirana
Sri Lanka’s Asia Cup Challenge

With defending champions India and Pakistan in red-hot form, Sri Lanka’s path to the knockout stage will demand consistency and sharp execution. However, the return of Hasaranga could be the X-factor, as his wicket-taking ability in the middle overs has often changed games. Fans will be eager to see whether the blend of youthful talent and proven match-winners can restore Sri Lanka’s dominance in Asia.

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