Sri Lanka national cricket team captain Dasun Shanaka apologised to fans after the team’s Super Eight exit from the T20 World Cup following defeats to New Zealand national cricket team and England national cricket team. Shanaka cited fitness concerns, injuries to key players, and lack of power-hitting as major setbacks, while vowing to finish
27 February,2026 08:02 AM IST | Colombo | PTI
In an attempt to chase a target of 147 runs, Sri Lanka was bowled out for 95 runs in 16.4 overs. England's Will Jacks bagged three wickets by conceding 22 runs in four overs
22 February,2026 10:00 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Sri Lanka face another injury concern in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 after pace bowler Matheesha Pathirana limped off with a suspected hamstring injury during their match against Australia at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. The 23-year-old pulled up in his follow-through during his first over and had to be assisted off the field
17 February,2026 03:35 PM IST | Pallekele (Sri Lanka) | ANI
Pavan Rathnayake (60), skipper Dasun Shanaka (50) and Kusal Mendis (61) starred as Sri Lanka posted 225/5 and defeated Oman by 105 runs in their T20 World Cup Group B clash. Oman struggled against incisive bowling from Dushmantha Chameera (2/19) and Maheesh Theekshana (2/11), managing only 120/9. The win keeps Sri Lanka unbeaten in the tournament
13 February,2026 08:22 AM IST | Pallekele | PTIADVERTISEMENT
