The latest change also highlights an unusual trend in Sri Lankan T20I cricket. Since 2021, the national side has had seven different players captain the team, with Dasun Shanaka taking the most responsibility during this period. Angelo Mathews, Kusal Perera, Sahan Arachchige, Wanindu Hasaranga, Asalanka and Mendis have also led Sri Lanka in the format, reflecting the frequent changes in leadership.
The timing of the update was significant because both players had initially been included in Sri Lanka's 16-member squad. Mendis was named captain for both the T20I and ODI legs, while Asalanka was appointed vice-captain. With Mendis unavailable for the T20Is, Asalanka will now lead the team.
The T20I series will begin in Southampton on September 15, followed by matches in Cardiff on September 17 and Manchester on September 19. The three ODIs will then be played between September 22 and 27.
Thala for a reason? Sri Lanka have had 7 T20I captains since 2021
Sri Lanka's leadership changes become clearer when the numbers are put together. Since 2021, seven different players have captained the team in T20Is.
Captain Period shown Matches Angelo Mathews 2021 3 Kusal Perera 2021 3 Dasun Shanaka 2021-2023 45 Sahan Arachchige 2023 Asian Games 1 Wanindu Hasaranga 2024 10 Charith Asalanka 2024-2025 23 Kusal Mendis 2026 3*
The biggest difference among them is Shanaka's tenure. He became Sri Lanka's regular T20I captain in 2021 and accumulated far more matches as skipper than anyone else in this seven-player group. He was also appointed captain for the 2026 T20 World Cup after Asalanka had led the side.
From Shanaka to Mendis, Sri Lanka’s T20I captaincy has kept changing
The frequent leadership changes underline how unsettled Sri Lanka's T20I setup has been over the last five years. Dasun Shanaka provided the longest period of continuity, but the team subsequently moved through Hasaranga, Asalanka and Mendis.
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