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Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has officially announced its squad for the next one ICC Women’s Under-19 T20 World Cup 2025which will take place in Malaysia from January 18. The event promises to be an exciting showcase of emerging cricketing talent, with India defending their title from the inaugural tournament held in South Africa in 2023.
A global stage for young cricketers
The tournament will feature 16 teams divided into four groups, who will battle it out in 41 matches in just 16 days. This format not only tests the skills of young players, but also their resilience and adaptability under the pressure of international competition.
The group and the challenges of Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka are in Group A, along with a formidable line-up that includes defenders. Indiahosts malaysiaand the West Indies. This composition of groups promises to be one of the most competitive, with each match posing a significant challenge. The Sri Lankan team will leave for Malaysia on January 11, 2025 to prepare for what lies ahead.
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Leadership and expectations
Leading the Sri Lankan side is Manudi Nanayakkarawho has been handed over as captain for this crucial tournament. With his leadership, the team hopes to make a significant impact and progress deep into the competition. The captain’s role is critical in such a high-profile environment, where decision-making under pressure can define the team’s success.
Players in focus
Fans can look out for Nanayakkara, the team captain, for her leadership and batting; Vimoksha Balasooriya for its comprehensive capabilities, especially its off-spin; Limansa Thilakaratne for his wicket keeping and aggressive lower order batting; Rashmika Sewwandi for its raw pace and potential to unsettle batsmen; i Sanjana Kavindi for her middle-order batting ability and her ability to anchor or accelerate the innings, all of which could be instrumental in Sri Lanka’s journey to the 2025 ICC Women’s Under-19 T20 World Cup.
Sri Lanka Squad for Women’s Under-19 T20 World Cup 2025
Manudi Nanayakkara (c), Rashmika Sewwandi, Sumudu Nisansala, Limansa Thilakaratne, Vimoksha Balasooriya, Hiruni Kumari, Rashmi Nethranjali, Pramudi Methsara, Sanjana Kavindi, Danuli Thennakoon, Dahami Sanethma, Shehara Induwari, Asenmu Chalagune, Asenmu Chalagune
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This article was first published in WomenCricket.coma Cricket time company
