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Shashini Gimhani selected for Sri Lanka's T20 World Cup squad

ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: May 29, 2026, 6:25 PM

Last updated May 29, 2026

Shashini Gimhani selected for Sri Lanka's T20 World Cup squad
Summary

Sri Lanka has announced its 15-member squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup, featuring ambidextrous spinner Shashini Gimhani. Chamari Athapaththu will captain the team, marking her participation in her tenth T20 World Cup. The squad combines experienced players with newcomers as Sri Lanka aims for a strong performance in the tournament. The T20 World Cup is set to begin soon, putting the team in the spotlight.

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  • •Shashini Gimhani is an ambidextrous spinner.
  • •Chamari Athapaththu captains the squad.
  • •The T20 World Cup features 15-member teams.
  • •Athapaththu plays in her tenth T20 World Cup.
  • •Sri Lanka seeks a strong showing in the tournament.
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  • 6:25 PMESPNcricinfo — Ambidextrous spinner Shashini Gimhani in Sri Lanka's T20 World Cup squad
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Chamari Athapaththu named captain of 15-member squad; set to play her tenth T20 World Cup

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