NewKerala.com

Key Points

Sri Lanka Cricket has officially added batting all-rounder Janith Liyanage to their Asia Cup squad. This move increases the squad strength to 17 players as they prepare to defend their T20I continental title. Liyanage brings impressive ODI credentials with over 800 runs at a stellar average. The team, captained by Charith Asalanka, will begin their campaign against Bangladesh on September 13th.

Key Points: Sri Lanka Adds Janith Liyanage to Asia Cup Squad Led by Asalanka

  • Janith Liyanage brings strong ODI form with 824 runs at 48.47 average
  • Squad expansion to 17 players strengthens team depth for title defense
  • Charith Asalanka leads the defending T20I continental champions
  • Sri Lanka opens campaign vs Bangladesh on September 13 in Abu Dhabi
2 min read

Sri Lanka add Janith Liyanage to Asia Cup squad

Sri Lanka Cricket strengthens its Asia Cup 2025 squad to 17 players with the inclusion of all-rounder Janith Liyanage, who boasts a strong ODI record.

"The Sri Lanka Cricket Selection Committee has included Janith Liyanage in the Sri Lanka squad for the ACC Men's T20 Asia Cup 2025. - SLC Official X Post"

Colombo, September 9

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) announced the inclusion of batting all-rounder Janith Liyanage in their squad for the Asia Cup on Tuesday.

Taking to their official X handle, SLC said that the addition of Liyanage has strengthened the squad to 17 players. The squad is led by Charith Asalanka.

"Asia Cup 2025 - Squad Update The Sri Lanka Cricket Selection Committee has included Janith Liyanage in the Sri Lanka squad for the ACC Men's T20 Asia Cup 2025. With his inclusion, the squad strength has now increased to 17 players. #SriLankaCricket #AsiaCup2025 #LionsRoar," posted SLC on their X handle.

https://x.com/OfficialSLC/status/1965399881281143218

In three T20Is for SL, Liyanage has scored 28 runs, with a best score of 11. He has been a great ODI player for Lankan Lions so far, having made 824 runs in 28 matches and 23 innings at an average of 48.47, with a strike rate of over 85, with a century and six fifties.

In 74 T20s, Liyanage has scored 1,102 runs at an average of 18.06 and a strike rate of over 111, with five half-centuries and a best score of 70.

Sri Lanka, putting their T20I continental crown to defence, will start their campaign against Bangladesh on September 13 at Abu Dhabi.

Sri Lanka: Charith Asalanka (c), Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera, Nuwanidu Fernando, Kamindu Mendis, Kamil Mishara, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Chamika Karunaratne, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Binura Fernando, Nuwan Thushara, Matheesha Pathirana, Janith Liyanage.

- ANI

Share this article:

Reader Comments

P
Priya S
His ODI stats are really good - average of 48 is excellent. But T20 record is a bit concerning. Hope he adapts well to the format.
A
Arjun K
Sri Lanka always produces quality all-rounders. Remember Thisara Perera and Angelo Mathews? Liyanage could be the next big thing! 🔥
S
Sarah B
Interesting selection. His T20 numbers aren't great but maybe they see something in domestic performances. Asia Cup should be competitive!
V
Vikram M
Sri Lanka's squad looks balanced. Good to see they're building for the future. Looking forward to India vs Sri Lanka match! 🇮🇳🤝🇱🇰
K
Karthik V
Hope this works out for them. Sri Lankan cricket has been going through transitions, need fresh talent to step up. All the best Lions! 🦁

We welcome thoughtful discussions from our readers. Please keep comments respectful and on-topic.

Leave a Comment

Minimum 50 characters 0/50