Dilshan Madushanka and Lahiru Kumara joins Sri Lanka’s ‘Injury List’ ahead of 2023 Asia Cup

Sri Lanka has announced their squad for the upcoming Asia Cup 2023.

Dilshan Madushanka and Lahiru Kumara joins Sri Lanka’s ‘Injury List’ ahead of 2023 Asia Cup

Dilshan Madushanka (via Times of India)

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has unveiled its squad for the upcoming Asia Cup 2023, despite a slew of injuries. They will be missing key players due to numerous injuries, which is alarming. Wanindu Hasaranga and Dushmantha Chameera were injured during the 2023 Lanka Premier League (LPL), Hasaranga with a hamstring injury and Chameera with a shoulder injury.

Dilshan Madushanka‘s oblique muscle injury has ruled out his participation in both the Asia Cup and the World Cup. Lahiru Kumara‘s participation in the tournament is in doubt due to recurring side tension. Avishka Fernando, who is recovering from a COVID-19 infection, will join the team once he is fully fit.

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Sri Lanka, led by Dasun Shanaka and vice captain Kusal Mendis, are determined to defend their title despite the odds. Pathum Nissanka, Dimuth Karunaratne and Charith Asalanka are the key top-order batsmen while Dhananjaya de Silva and Chamika Karunaratne are indispensable all-rounders. The onus now rests on Kasun Rajitha, Matheesa Pathirana, Pramod Madushan and Binura Fernando as their frontline bowlers are unavailable. Maheesh Theeksan will be assisted in the spin department by newcomers Dushan Hemantha and Dunith Wellilage.

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Sri Lanka squad for the 2023 Asia Cup

Sri Lanka's injury list continues to expand, with Dilshan Madushanka and Lahiru Kumara expected to miss the Asia Cup.
Sri Lanka Cricket Team (image via ESPN Cricinfo)

Sri Lanka has announced their squad for the upcoming Asia Cup 2023. Their opening match will be against Bangladesh on 31st August and their second group match against Afghanistan is set to be held on 2nd September in Lahore stadium.

The Sri Lankan squad for the Asia Cup 2023:

Dasun Shanaka (Captain), Pathum Nissanaka, Dimuth Karunaratne, Kusal Janith Perera, Kusal Mendis (Vice Captain), Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Maheesh Theekshana, Dunith Wellalage, Matheesha Pathirana, Kasun Rajitha, Dushan Hemantha, Binura Fernando, and Pramod Madushan.

Dunith Wellalage or Dushan Hemantha could replace Hasaranga if he is ruled out, as the situation remains unchanged. As Sri Lanka prepares to open their Asia Cup campaign on August 31 against Bangladesh, the team’s prospects hinge on a quick recovery and stellar performances from its substitutes.

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