Sri Lanka A have announced their squad for the upcoming edition of the ACC Men’s Emerging Teams Asia Cup. The squad includes young and experienced talents. The squad looks like this:
Kavindu Nadeeshan, Ahan Wickramasinghe, Nuwanidu Fernando (Captain), Yashodha Lanka, Lasith Croospulle, Pawan Rathnayake, Sahan Arachchige, Ramesh Mendis, Dushan Hemantha, Nimesh Vimukth, Lahiru Udara, Dinura Kalupahana, Nipun Ransika, Isitha Wijesundera, Eshan Malinga
#1 Ramesh Mendis
Ramesh Mendis, the all-round talent of Sri Lanka A, have represented Sri Lanka and Sri Lanka U-19s in international cricket. He has a wealth of experience of having played 88 matches and have made 1067 runs at an batting average of 22.70 and an excellent strike rate of 130.44. He has 61 wickets in his name with an economy of 7.06.
#2 Nuwanidu Fernando
Nuwanidu Fernando, the captain of Sri Lanka A, is a game-changing batsman who can step-up in high pressure situations. He will be a vital asset for Sri Lanka A in the Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024. He have represented Sri Lanka and Sri Lanka U-19s in international cricket. He has played 57 T20s making 1115 runs at an average of 25.34. He bat at a strike rate of 123.47.
#3 Sahan Arachchige
Sahan Arachchige, the dependable middle-order anchor of Sri Lanka A, is a batting all-rounder. His experience will be valuable for Sri Lanka A in the tournament. He have represented Sri Lanka and Sri Lanka U-19s in international cricket. He has played 73 matches and have made 895 runs at an average of 23.55. He plays with a strike rate of 121.76.
#4 Lasith Croospulle
Lasith Croospulle, boundary-hitting machine of Sri Lanka A, is known for finding gaps and clearing the ropes. He can put bowlers in pressure in the power play overs. He has represented Sri Lanka and Sri Lanka U-19s in international cricket. He has played 55 matches and have made 1073 runs at an average of 20.24. He plays with a strike rate of 126.23.
#5 Dushan Hemantha
Dushan Hemantha, the lower-order rescuer of Sri Lanka A, is an all-rounder known for rescuing the team in challenging situations and adding the extra runs that can make all the difference. He has played 60 matches and have made 691 runs with a strike rate of 123.39. He has 45 wickets in his name and has an economy of 6.42.
