Sri Lanka Squad for T20I Series Against Bangladesh

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has announced a strong 17-member squad for the upcoming three-match T20I series against Bangladesh, bringing back experienced all-rounders Dasun Shanaka and Chamika Karunaratne. However, star batter Bhanuka Rajapaksa has been left out.

The squad was revealed on Monday through an official media release. Both Shanaka and Karunaratne return to the national setup after long absences, offering the side added experience and balance for this important series.

The T20I series will begin on 10 July in Kandy. The second match will be held on 13 July in Dambulla, with the final game on 16 July in Colombo. All three matches are scheduled to start at 7:30 PM Bangladesh time.

The squad

1. Charith Asalanka – Captain
2. Pathum Nissanka
3. Kusal Mendis
4. Dinesh Chandimal
5. Kusal Perera
6. Kamindu Mendis
7. Avishka Fernando
8. Dasun Shanaka
9. Dunith Wellalage
10. Wanindu Hasaranga
11. Maheesh Theekshana
12. Jeffrey Vandersay
13. Chamika Karunaratne
14. Matheesha Pathirana
15. Nuwan Thushara
16. Binura Fernando
17. Eshan Malinga