Sri Lanka women\u2019s cricket team, led by Chamari Athapaththu, will leave today (23) to participate in the ICC T20 World Cup, scheduled from October 3 to 20 in the UAE. Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) Acting Secretary Krishantha Kapuwatte stated that the women\u2019s team for this World Cup is sponsored by \u2018Sunquick.\u2019 He appreciated the local sponsor for supporting the national women\u2019s team, who in recent times won the Asia Cup. \u201cThis sponsorship partnership continues to strengthen our women\u2019s team, which has recently achieved significant victories against top teams such as England, New Zealand, and South Africa,\u201d Kapuwatte added. \u201cIt\u2019s a great chance for the team to excel at the World Cup after a series of successful performances.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sri Lanka women\u2019s cricket captain Chamari Athapaththu sees the ICC Women\u2019s T20 World Cup 2024 as a major platform to showcase the growth of women\u2019s cricket. \u201cThis World Cup is a great opportunity for us to display how far we\u2019ve come from small beginnings,\u201d said Chamari.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Looking back on past experiences, Chamari shared, \u201cWe have participated in many World Cups, and each one is a valuable opportunity. Last year in South Africa, we showed glimpses of our potential as a big tournament team, but we fell short in some tight games, like losing to South Africa by just three runs. It was a learning experience, and we are ready to take the next step.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cOur squad is a solid mix of young talent and experienced players. We gave several players opportunities before finalizing the squad, and this time, experienced spinner Inoka Ranaweera is back in the squad,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe have young stars like Harshitha Samarawickrama, Vishmi Gunaratne, and Kavisha Dilhari, who are capable of winning matches for us, while experienced players like Nilakshi de Silva and Anushka Sanjeewani add stability. Our bowling unit, headed by rising star Inoshi Fernando, is making waves in the rankings, and the team is well-knit and ready to give our best.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe know we can\u2019t underestimate any team in T20 cricket. A few quick wickets or big shots can change a game in an instant. Teams like India, Australia, New Zealand, England, and South Africa have proven their strength in these tournaments, so we\u2019re aware of the challenges ahead,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Head coach Rumesh Ratnayake praised the team\u2019s current performances but reminded them that the World Cup is a tougher stage. \u201cWe\u2019ll take it one game at a time, stay focused, and play with a positive mind-set,\u201d he said.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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