Sri Lanka has announced a 17-member T20 squad for the upcoming Zimbabwe tour, but star all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga has once again missed out due to injury. His absence has sparked major doubts over his participation in the Asia Cup 2025, beginning in mid-September.
Hasaranga’s injury woesHasaranga, one of Sri Lanka’s biggest match-winners, has been sidelined with a hamstring injury since July and has not played competitive cricket since. Hamstring injuries often take longer to heal, raising concerns over his readiness for the Asia Cup in Dubai.
Sri Lanka’s squad for Zimbabwe T20sCharith Asalanka (captain), Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera, Navindu Fernando, Kamendu Mendis, Kamil Misara, Vishel Halambage, Dasun Shanaka, Dunith Welalage, Chamika Karunaratne, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Hemanta, Dushmantha Chameera, Binura Fernando, Nuwan Thushara, Matheesa Pathirana.
What it means for Sri LankaWhile Sri Lanka still boasts quality spinners like Maheesh Theekshana and Dunith Welalage, Hasaranga’s absence could upset the team’s balance, especially in crunch matches. His ability to contribute with both bat and ball has been key in Sri Lanka’s success in recent ICC events.
Sri Lanka’s Asia Cup schedule-
vs Bangladesh – 13 September
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vs Hong Kong – 15 September
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vs Afghanistan – 18 September
The team will arrive in Dubai straight after their Zimbabwe tour (final T20 on 7 September). Whether Hasaranga recovers in time remains the biggest question for Sri Lanka’s title hopes.
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