Dasun Shanaka: News
Sri Lankan cricketer Dasun Shanaka became a national sensation when in 2015, while playing for the Sinhalese Sports Club, he hit a record 16 sixes in an innings. A middle-order batsman who can bowl handsomely, Shanaka is another talented cricketer from the fertile grounds of the Sinhalese Sports Club. He made his international debut in 2015 in a T20I against Pakistan. It was, however, his performance in the AIA T20 tournament that really put him on the map. A limited-overs specialist, Shanaka made his Test debut before making his ODI debut in 2016. In his ODI debut against Ireland, he became only the third Sri Lankan bowler to pick a fifer on debut. A born match-winner, Shanka's clutch genes showed when his all-round performance led Sri Lanka to their first victory against South Africa after 11 losses in 2018. His leadership qualities and matchwinning capabilities were rewarded when he was named the captain of the Sri Lankan team for a T20 series against Pakistan in 2019. Under his captaincy, Sri Lanka whitewashed Pakistan, handing Sri Lanka their first series whitewash in T20I. In July 2021, the Sri Lankan team, under his captaincy, defeated India in a three-match T20I series as well.
T20 WC: SL captain praises bowlers, Kamindu-Kusal after Ireland win
Sri Lanka's captain Dasun Shanaka has praised his team's bowling strength and the resilience of Kusal Mendis and Kamindu Mendis in their 20-run victory over Ireland.
Dasun Shanaka wants flatter pitches in 2026 T20 World Cup
Sri Lankan cricket captain Dasun Shanaka has linked his team's recent batting struggles to spin-friendly pitches at home.
T20 WC: SL replace injured Eshan Malinga with Pramod Madushan
Sri Lanka have announced the replacement of injured pacer Eshan Malinga with Pramod Madushan for the upcoming T20 World Cup.
T20 World Cup 2026: Sri Lanka bank on home advantage
The 2026 ICC T20 World Cup is just around the corner, and co-hosts Sri Lanka are gearing up for the tournament with home advantage.
England trump SL in low-scoring 3rd T20I to complete whitewash
England defeated Sri Lanka by 12 runs in a nail-biting third and final T20I of the series in Pallekele, completing a clean sweep of the three-match T20 series.
Kusal Mendis becomes second Sri Lankan with 100 T20I caps
Star Sri Lankan batter Kusal Mendis has accomplished a major milestone by becoming just the second player from his country to complete 100 appearances in the T20I format.
Kamindu Mendis included in SL's T20 WC squad: Details
Sri Lanka have announced a major shake-up in their 2026 ICC T20 World Cup squad by including Kamindu Mendis and dropping Dhananjaya de Silva.
England seal victory in 1st T20I versus Sri Lanka: Stats
England beat Sri Lanka by 11 runs (DLS method) in the 1st T20I of the 3-match series on Friday.
1st T20I: SL, England clash in final T20 WC rehearsal
After a thrilling ODI leg, Sri Lanka and England are set to clash in the first T20I of a three-match series on January 30.
Sri Lanka defeat Pakistan in rain-hit 3rd T20I, draw series
Sri Lanka defeated Pakistan in a rain-hit 3rd T20I held at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla.
Sri Lanka announce squad for T20I series against Pakistan
Sri Lanka have announced their squad for the impending three-match T20I series against Pakistan.
All-round Zimbabwe stun Sri Lanka in T20I Tri-series: Key stats
Zimbabwe trounced Sri Lanka in Match 2 of the T20I Tri-series in Rawalpindi on Thursday.
Sri Lanka call up leg-spinner Viyaskanth for T20I tri-series: Details
Sri Lanka have called up leg-spinner Vijayakanth Viyaskanth as cover for the injured Wanindu Hasaranga in their T20I squad.
Sri Lanka's Matheesha Pathirana ruled out of Pakistan T20I tri-series
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has announced the squads for their upcoming tour of Pakistan, which includes a three-match ODI series and a T20I tri-series also involving Zimbabwe.
Sanath Jayasuriya calls for rule review after Super Over drama
Sri Lanka's head coach, Sanath Jayasuriya, has called for a review of cricket rules after the controversial Super Over incident in the Asia Cup 2025.
Asia Cup, India beat Sri Lanka in Super Over: Stats
India and Sri Lanka played out a brilliant game in the Men's T20 Asia Cup 2025.
Which batter has most ducks in Men's T20Is?
On September 23, Sri Lankan all-rounder Dasun Shanaka created an unwanted record in Men's T20I cricket.
Bangladesh defeat Sri Lanka in Asia Cup Super 4: Stats
In the first Super Four match of the Asia Cup 2025, Bangladesh defeated Sri Lanka at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai.
Asia Cup, Dasun Shanaka slams unbeaten 64 versus Bangladesh: Stats
In the Men's T20 Asia Cup 2025 Super 4 clash, Dasun Shanaka, played a stellar role in taking Sri Lanka to a fighting total of 168/7 against Bangladesh.
Bangladesh beat SL by 8 wickets, seal T20I series: Stats
Bangladesh clinched the three-match T20I series against Sri Lanka after a stunning eight-wicket victory in Colombo.
Dasun Shanaka completes 4,500 runs in T20s: Key stats
Dasun Shanaka has attained a new milestone in T20s.
SL name T20I squad for Bangladesh series; Eshan Malinga included
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has announced a 17-member squad for the upcoming T20I series against Bangladesh.
Dasun Shanaka replaces Glenn Phillips at GT: Decoding his stats
Gujarat Titans have signed Sri Lankan all-rounder Dasun Shanaka as a replacement player for the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025.
Dasun Shanaka under scrutiny for allegedly faking concussion
Dasun Shanaka, the former Sri Lanka cricket team captain, is facing an investigation by the nation's cricket board.
A look at fastest T20I half-centuries against India (balls faced)
Marco Jansen smashed a 16-ball half-century versus India in the 3rd T20I at SuperSport Park, Centurion.
Sri Lanka drop Dasun Shanaka for West Indies T20Is
Sri Lanka have announced a strong 17-member team for the upcoming home T20I series against West Indies.
Sri Lanka vs India, T20Is: Batters with most sixes
Sri Lanka and India gear up for a three-match T20I series, starting July 27.
Bangladesh's Jaker Ali torments SL bowlers with maiden T20I fifty
Bangladesh's rising batting sensation Jaker Ali played an innings of character in the opening T20I against Sri Lanka in Sylhet.
Sri Lanka thrash Afghanistan in 2nd T20I, take 2-0 lead
Sri Lanka outplayed Afghanistan in the second T20I at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium on Monday.
Sri Lanka drop former captain Dasun Shanaka for Afghanistan ODIs
Sri Lanka have dropped former captain Dasun Shanaka for the impending three-ODI series against Afghanistan.
Sri Lanka take on Zimbabwe in the 1st ODI: Preview
Sri Lanka will face Zimbabwe in a three-match ODI series, starting January 6.
Dhananjaya de Silva replaces Dimuth Karunaratne as SL's Test captain
In another leadership change in the Sri Lankan team, Dhananjaya de Silva has replaced Dimuth Karunaratne as their Test captain.
World Cup 2023: Decoding Australia and Sri Lanka's struggles
Australia and Sri Lanka will meet in Match 14 of the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup.
Who is Sri Lanka all-rounder Chamika Karunaratne? Details here
Sri Lanka have suffered a major blow as their captain Dasun Shanaka is ruled out for the remainder of the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup.
ICC Cricket World Cup, Australia vs Sri Lanka: Statistical preview
Australia and Sri Lanka will fight for their first respective first win in the ongoing 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup as they meet in Match 14.
ICC Cricket World Cup: Struggling Australia meet Shanaka-less Sri Lanka
Australia will fight for their first win in the ongoing 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup as they meet Sri Lanka in Match 14.
Dasun Shanaka ruled out of ICC World Cup 2023: Details
Sri Lanka cricket team captain Dasun Shanaka has been ruled out of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023.
ICC World Cup: Spirited Pakistan take on injury-hit Sri Lanka
Pakistan will look to carry their positive momentum when they face Sri Lanka in match 8 of the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup on October 10.
World Cup: Pathirana, Rajitha, Jansen register this unwanted bowling record
South Africa thrashed Sri Lanka by 102 runs on Saturday to kick-start their campaign in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023.
ICC World Cup: Asalanka and Shanaka slam fifties versus SA
Charith Asalanka and Dasun Shanaka scored fifties for Sri Lanka against South Africa in match number 4 of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 on Saturday.
ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: Decoding the Sri Lanka squad
Sri Lanka will be one of the dark horses heading into the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup, starting on October 5.
Asia Cup 2023 final: SL elect to bat against India
India and Sri Lanka are set to lock horns in the high-voltage final of the 2023 Asia Cup.
Asia Cup: Can Sri Lanka extend winning streak against India?
Team India will take the field for the third day on the trot as they meet hosts Sri Lanka in Match 4 of the 2023 Asia Cup Super Fours.
Asia Cup 2023: Theekshana, Shanaka, Pathirana claim three-fers vs Bangladesh
Sri Lanka defeated Bangladesh by 21 runs in the Super Fours Match 2 of the 2023 Asia Cup.
Asia Cup: SL beat Bangladesh, record 13th successive ODI win
Extending their sensational run in the ODI format, Sri Lanka have defeated Bangladesh by 21 runs in the Super Fours Match 2 of the 2023 Asia Cup.
SL vs BAN, Asia Cup Super Fours: Preview and stats
Sri Lanka and Bangladesh will cross swords in the Super Fours Match 2 of the 2023 Asia Cup.