Sri Lanka cricket fans may soon see a change in leadership as all-rounder Dasun Shanaka is rumored to be stepping down from his role as the captain of the national team. This news follows Sri Lanka’s disappointing performance in the Asia Cup 2023, where they failed to live up to expectations.
Big change in Sri Lanka’s leadership
Dasun Shanaka, who previously led the team to victory in last year’s Asia Cup held in the United Arab Emirates, appears likely to relinquish his captaincy duties just ahead of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, scheduled to take place in India next month. The decision, if confirmed, will mark a significant shift in the team’s leadership structure.
While an official statement from Sri Lanka Cricket is anticipated in the coming days, it’s believed that wicketkeeper Kusal Mendis is a frontrunner to take on the role of team captain.
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Shanaka’s own performance during the Asia Cup was underwhelming, amassing only 59 runs from six matches at an average of 10.80, with a strike rate of 65.85. His public apology to the nation after the team’s comprehensive 10-wicket loss to India in the final seemed to foreshadow the impending changes in leadership.
Sri Lanka cricket enthusiasts will be closely watching developments as the team prepares for the upcoming World Cup.
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