Sri Lanka Cricket(SLC) has announced a 25-member preliminary squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, with Dasun Shanaka named as captain.

The squad, finalized by the previous selection committee and retained by the current panel, blends experienced campaigners with emerging talent as Sri Lanka begins its preparations for the global tournament.

Sri Lanka Preliminary Squad – ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026:

1. Dasun Shanaka (Captain)

2. Pathum Nissanka

3. Kusal Mendis

4. Kamil Mishara

5. Kusal Perera

6. Dhananjaya de Silva

7. Niroshan Dickwella

8. Janith Liyanage

9. Charith Asalanka

10. Kamindu Mendis

11. Pavan Rathnayake

12. Sahan Arachchige

13. Wanindu Hasaranga

14. Dunith Wellalage

15. Milan Rathnayake

16. Nuwan Thushara

17. Eshan Malinga

18. Dushmantha Chameera

19. Pramod Madushan

20. Matheesha Pathirana

21. Dilshan Madushanka

22. Maheesh Theekshana

23. Dushan Hemantha

24. Vijayakanth Viyaskanth

25. Traveen Mathew

Further adjustments to the squad may be made closer to the tournament in line with ICC regulations and player form.