Sri Lanka’s difficulties ahead of the Asian Cup are steadily increasing. In fact, the number of injured players of the Sri Lankan team keeps increasing. Previously, Dushmantha Chameera and Vanindu Hasarga were struggling with injuries but one more name has now been added to the list. Sri Lankan fast bowler Dilshan Madhushanka has suffered an injury. Dilshan Madhushanka’s injury ahead of the Asian Cup is seen as a major blow to Sri Lanka.
Dushmantha Chameera, Dhanushka Gunathilaka and Wanindu Hasaranga have been ruled out of the Asian Cup due to injuries. The Sri Lanka Cricket Board recently announced the replacement of Dushmantha Chameera and Dhanushka Gunathilaka. But now Dilshan Madhushanka is injured.
Significantly, Sri Lanka will take part in the Asian Cup as the defending champions. Last year, the Sri Lankan team led by Dashun Shanaka won the title by beating Pakistan in the final. At the same time, Sri Lanka is also hosting the tournament this time. Apart from Pakistan, the Asia Cup 2023 will be held in Sri Lanka. The Indian team’s games are to be played in Sri Lanka. In addition, the final will also be played in Sri Lanka. The match between India and Pakistan will be played on September 2nd. Indian and Pakistani teams will play in Kandy. The final match of this tournament will be played on September 17th. At the same time, after the Asian Cup, the game between India and Pakistan is to be played as part of the World Cup. The match between India and Pakistan as part of the World Cup will be played on October 14 at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.