SL announces squad for first T20 against West Indies

Thursday, 11 June 2026 - 14:33

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The final Sri Lanka team for the first T20 match in the West Indies tour, has been officially announced.

The match is scheduled to be played tomorrow (12), at Sabina Park in Jamaica.

Kusal Mendis will be leading the Sri Lanka T20 side as captain, while Kamindu Mendis will serve as vice-captain.

The squad features a mix of strong batting and pace bowling players, including young players such as Eshan Malinga.

The team:
Pathum Nissanka
Kusal Mendis (c)
Lasith Croospulle
Pavan Rathnayake
Kamindu Mendis (vc)
Dasun Shanaka
Wanindu Hasaranga
Maheesh Theekshana
Dushmantha Chameera
Eshan Malinga
Dilshan Madushanka


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