Lasith Malinga appointed as the Consultant –Fast Bowling Coach for the National Men’s Team

Sri Lanka Cricket wishes to announce the appointment of Lasith Malinga as the Consultant –
Fast Bowling Coach for the National Men’s Team.
His appointment is on a short-term basis for a period of one month, effective from 15th
December to 25th January 2026.
Malinga will support the preparation and development of Sri Lanka’s national fast bowlers as
part of the build-up to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.
Sri Lanka Cricket aims to leverage Malinga’s vast international experience and renowned
expertise in death bowling, particularly in the shortest format of the game to strengthen Sri
Lanka’s preparations for the upcoming World Cup.
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, co-hosted by Sri Lanka and India, will commence on 7th
February 2026, with the opening match scheduled to be played at the SSC, Colombo.