Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 Team Squad, Players List, Schedule (Match List), SWOT Analysis & Venues

The Asia Cup 2025 is here, and Sri Lanka arrive with a confident, flexible squad under new captain Charith Asalanka. Placed in Group B with Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and Hong Kong, Sri Lanka’s campaign runs in UAE (Dubai & Abu Dhabi) between September 9–28. With pace, quality spin, and multiple all-rounders, they’ll look to book a Super Fours spot and push for another title run.

Tournament Snapshot (Quick Facts)

• Format: T20I
• Dates: September 9–28, 2025
• Groups:
  • Group A: India, Pakistan, UAE, Oman
  • Group B: Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Hong Kong
• Progression: Top 2 from each group → Super Fours → Final
• Venues: Dubai International Stadium (Dubai), Sheikh Zayed Stadium (Abu Dhabi)

Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 Squad (Final)

Captain: Charith Asalanka (Batting All-rounder)

Wicketkeeper-Batters

• Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera, Kamil Mishara

Specialist Batters

• Pathum Nissanka, Nuwanidu Fernando

All-rounders

• Dasun Shanaka, Kamindu Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Chamika Karunaratne

Bowlers

• Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Nuwan Thushara, Dushmantha Chameera, Binura Fernando

Selection note: Wanindu Hasaranga is included even as he manages a hamstring issue; Sri Lanka have strong spin cover with Theekshana and Wellalage.

Sri Lanka – Group Stage Schedule (IST | GMT | UAE Local)

All group fixtures are evening games under lights.

Like to know ? Asia Cup Winners List

Super Fours & Final (Key Dates, if Sri Lanka qualify)

• Sep 20–26: Super Fours (Dubai/Abu Dhabi, 7:30 PM IST / 2:00 PM GMT / 6:00 PM Local)
• Sep 28 (Sun): Final – Dubai (same start time)

Venues & Conditions

• Dubai International Stadium (Dubai): True bounce, high-pressure night atmospheres.
• Sheikh Zayed Stadium (Abu Dhabi): Even surfaces; grip for spinners as evenings progress.

Probable Playing Balance (Sri Lanka)

• Top 3: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Perera/Kusal Mendis, Charith Asalanka
• Middle/All-round: Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Dunith Wellalage/Chamika Karunaratne
• Finishers/Spin/Pace: Hasaranga, Theekshana, plus two from Chameera/Thushara/Pathirana/Binura depending on match-ups

SWOT Analysis — Sri Lanka (Asia Cup 2025)

Strengths

• All-round depth: Multiple batting/bowling options give flexible XIs.
• High-class spin trio: Hasaranga–Theekshana–Wellalage suit UAE evenings.
• Varied pace: Chameera (hit-the-deck), Thushara/Pathirana (sling & yorkers), Binura (left-arm variation).

Weaknesses

• Fitness watch: Hasaranga’s hamstring management.
• Powerplay batting swings: Reliance on a fast start from Nissanka/Kusal.
• Death overs under pressure: Can fluctuate against strong finishers.

Opportunities

• Group B pathway: Positive results vs Bangladesh and Hong Kong pave way to Super Fours.
• Match-ups: Spin can throttle Afghanistan/Bangladesh through middle overs.
• Leadership lift: Asalanka’s assertive captaincy to refresh T20 approach.

Threats

• Afghanistan’s spin power and Bangladesh’s seam/variations in clutch phases.
• Fielding margins: Small errors under lights can swing tight T20s.
• Net run-rate: Tough group could make NRR decisive.

Players to Watch

• Wanindu Hasaranga: Strike-spinner and finishing hitter.
• Maheesh Theekshana: Powerplay + middle-overs control.
• Pathum Nissanka: Anchor who converts starts.
• Matheesha Pathirana/Nuwan Thushara: Pace at the death with unique release angles.
• Charith Asalanka (C): Left-hand middle-order stabilizer and match-up captain.

Read more: Sri Lanka Cricket Schedule

Sri Lanka bring a smart mix of spin, pace variety, and all-round strength to the Asia Cup 2025. If they start well against Bangladesh, control the middle overs with spin, and finish sharply at the death, a Super Fours push—and more—looks within reach. Expect organized, matchup-driven cricket from Asalanka’s team under UAE lights.