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The Sri Lanka Women’s National Cricket Team has unveiled their squad for the upcoming Asia Cup 2024, with veteran Chamari Athapaththu set to lead the charge on home soil. The tournament, scheduled from July 19 to 28 in Dambulla, Sri Lanka, marks a significant opportunity for the team to secure their maiden Asia Cup title.
Athapaththu, known for her formidable batting prowess, will spearhead a squad that includes pivotal players like Harshitha Samarawickrama, Kaveesha Dilhari, Udeshika Prabodani, and Achini Kulasooriya. The team’s strategy hinges on leveraging their home advantage and recent form, aiming to clinch victory amidst heightened fan support.
Competing in Group B alongside Bangladesh, Malaysia, and Thailand, Sri Lanka faces a challenging yet promising path to the knockout stages. Their campaign kicks off against Bangladesh Women’s National Cricket Team on July 20 at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium. Subsequently, they will confront Malaysia on July 22, followed by a crucial encounter with Thailand on July 24 to conclude their group stage battles.
Having yet to secure the Asia Cup trophy, Sri Lanka is determined to rewrite history, motivated by the opportunity to triumph in front of their loyal supporters after a period of rebuilding. Should they secure a top-two finish in the group stage, they will advance to the tournament’s subsequent rounds, setting their sights on ultimate glory.
Schedule of Sri Lanka for the Asia Cup 2024:
Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh, July 20, 7:00 PM9
Sri Lanka vs Malaysia, July 22, 2:00 PM
Sri Lanka vs Thailand, July 24, 7:00 PM
The Asia Cup 2024 is set to feature 8 teams, making it a pivotal event in the lead-up to the T20 World Cup. Held in Sri Lanka, the hosts are primed as frontrunners, guided by the experienced Chamari Athapaththu. Their home advantage is expected to play a crucial role in their bid for the title.
In a tournament format that includes associate nation Thailand in their group, Sri Lanka is heavily favored to progress to the Super 4 stage. However, the competition intensifies further with Group A featuring cricketing powerhouses like India and Pakistan. This setup ensures an electrifying contest, promising gripping encounters and fierce rivalries throughout the tournament.
Sri Lanka squad for the Asia Cup 2024
Sri Lanka Cricket has unveiled a formidable 15-member squad for the upcoming Women’s Asia Cup 2024, with the final selection receiving approval from the Minister of Sports and Youth Affairs, Harin Fernando.
Chamari Athapaththu (C), Anushka Sanjeewani, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Hasini Perera, Ama Kanchana, Udeshika Prabodani, Kawya Kavindi, Sugandika Kumari, Achini Kulasooriya, Kaveesha Dilhari, Vishmi Gunarathne, Inoshi Priyadarshani, Nilakshi De Silva, Sachini Nisansala, Shashini Gimhani
