Cricket fans worldwide are gearing up for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, where the top cricketing nations will battle it for supremacy. Among the participating teams, Sri Lanka is known for its spirited performances and looks to make a mark in the tournament. Let’s explore Sri Lanka’s squad, schedule, player list, and the latest team news as they prepare for this prestigious event.
ICC World Cup 2023 Sri Lanka Squad
Sri Lanka’s squad for the ICC World Cup 2023 is led by the talented Dasun Shanaka. The squad features a mix of experienced players and promising youngsters, making it a team to watch out for. Here are the players who will represent Sri Lanka in this highly anticipated tournament:
- Dasun Shanaka (Captain)
- Pathum Nissanka
- Dimuth Karunaratne
- Kusal Perera
- Kusal Mendis (Vice-Captain)
- Charith Asalanka
- Dhananjaya de Silva
- Sadeera Samarawickrama
- Maheesh Theekshana
- Wanindu Hasaranga
- Matheesha Pathirana
- Kasun Rajitha
- Dushmantha Chameera
- Dilshan Madushanka
- Lahiru Kumara
Sri Lanka Schedule for ICC World Cup 2023
Here is Sri Lanka’s schedule for the ICC World Cup 2023:
| Date | Match Details | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 7 | South Africa vs Sri Lanka, 4th Match | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi | 2:00 PM |
| October 10 | Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, 9th Match | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad | 2:00 PM |
| October 16 | Australia vs Sri Lanka, 14th Match | Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow | 2:00 PM |
| October 21 | Netherlands vs Sri Lanka, 19th Match | Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow | 10:30 AM |
| October 26 | England vs Sri Lanka, 25th Match | M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru | 2:00 PM |
| October 30 | Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka, 30th Match | Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune | 2:00 PM |
| November 2 | India vs Sri Lanka, 33rd Match | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | 2:00 PM |
| November 6 | Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka, 38th Match | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi | 2:00 PM |
| November 9 | New Zealand vs Sri Lanka, 41st Match | M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru | 2:00 PM |
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Sri Lanka, a former ICC Cricket World Cup champion, is determined to make its presence felt in the 2023 edition. Led by Dasun Shanaka, the team has a mix of seasoned campaigners and emerging talents who have the potential to upset the best in the business.
With a competitive schedule ahead and a balanced squad, Sri Lanka aims to showcase their cricketing prowess and give fans thrilling moments in this prestigious tournament. Cricket enthusiasts will eagerly watch as the island nation strives for success in the ICC World Cup 2023.