Kusal Mendis appointed first president of Sri Lanka players' association
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 4:08 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Kusal Mendis has been named the inaugural president of the Sri Lanka players' association, established on August 8, 2026. The association aims to provide an independent and collective voice for professional cricketers in Sri Lanka. The formation of this body is seen as a significant step for the players, granting them representation and support.
- •Kusal Mendis appointed president of the Sri Lanka players' association.
- •The association aims to support professional cricketers.
- •Established on August 8, 2026.
- 4:08 PMESPNcricinfo — Kusal Mendis named inaugural president of Sri Lanka players' association
"The association has been established to serve as an independent and collective voice for professional cricketers in Sri Lanka
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