Sri Lanka Cricket World Cup 2023 Squad Breakdown – Everything you need to know.
Since the retirements of the Lankan greats – Dilshan, Jayawardene, Malinga, and Sangakkara, Sri Lanka have been in an elongated transition phase.
Since the 2021 T20 World Cup, a core group has come together that is beginning to bring the island nation some hope.
How will they fare in the 2023 ODI World Cup? Let’s discuss.
Key Takeaways from Sri Lanka’s World Cup 2023 ODI Squad Announcement
The average age of Sri Lanka’s 2023 Cricket World Cup squad is 27.33. Sri Lanka have a younger squad ranging from Pathirana (20) & Wellalage (20) to Karunaratne (35).
The 15-member Sri Lanka’s World Cup squad has average ODI experience of 43 matches (637 ODIs among 15 players). Hemantha (3), Madushanka (6), and Pathirana (10) are the newer faces on the block, while Kusal Mendis (112) & Kusal Perera (109) are their most experienced players.
Sri Lanka’s’ squad composition is as follows: 5 proper batters, 4 all-rounders, and 6 proper bowling options. In total, Sri Lanka has 10 bowling options (2 off spin, 1 mystery spin, 1 left arm spin, 1 leg break, 1 left arm pace, and 4 right arm pace) in their squad if absolutely needed.
Sri Lanka have 4 left-handed batting options (Karunaratne, Kusal Perera, Charith Asalanka, Wellalage) and three wicketkeeping options.
Sri Lanka Cricket World Cup Team at a Glance
Player
Role
Age
Dimuth Karunaratne
Batter
35
Kusal Mendis
Batter/Wicketkeeper
28
Pathum Nissanka
Batter
25
Kusal Perera
Batter/Wicketkeeper
33
Sadeera Samawickrama
Batter/Wicketkeeper
28
Dasun Shanaka
All-Rounder/Right Arm Pace
32
Charith Asalanka
All-Rounder/Right Arm Off Spin
26
Dhananjaya de Silva
All-Rounder/Right Arm Off Spin
32
Dushan Hemantha
All-Rounder/Right Arm Leg Spin
29
Lahiru Kumara
Right Arm Pace
26
Dilshan Madushanka
Left Arm Pace
23
Matheesha Pathirana
Right Arm Pace
20
Kasun Rajitha
Right Arm Pace
30
Mahesh Theekshana
Right Arm Mystery Spin
23
Dunith Wellalage
Left Arm Spin
20
*Chamika Kauranatne
Right Arm Fast
27
*Traveling Reserve
Sri Lanka Cricket World Cup 2023 Potential XI
Pathum Nissanka
Kusal Perera
Kusal Mendis (WK)
Sadeera Samarawickrama
Charith Asakalanka
Dhananjaya de Silva
Dasun Shanaka (C)
Dunith Wellalage
Mahesh Theekshana
Matheesha Pathirana
Dilshan Madushanka
Injury News
Dusmantha Chameera (torn pectoral muscle)
Wanindu Hasaranga (thigh strain)
Mahesh Theekshana (in the squad, but returning from hamstring injury)
Madushanka (coming back from torn oblique)
Lahiru Kumara (coming back from side strain)
6 Sri Lankan Players Who Were Unlucky to Miss Out
Hasaranga, Chameera
Avishka Fernando
Pramod Madhushan, Binura Fernando
Bhanuka Rajapakse (retired early, came back, but considered more a T20I player)
Is Hasaranga playing for Sri Lanka in the 2023 ODI World Cup?
Unfortunately, Sri Lanka has been ruled out of the 2023 Cricket World Cup due to injuries. In case he recovers and another member of the SL squad is injured, he may be brought in.
Which players are in Sri Lanka’s 2023 World Cup squad?
Dimuth Karunaratne, Kusal Mendis, Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Perera, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Dasun Shanaka, Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Dushan Hemantha, Lahiru Kumara, Dilshan Madushanka, Matheesha Pathirana, Kasun Rajitha, Mahesh Theekshana, and Dunith Wellalage are in Sri Lanka’s 2023 World Cup squad.
Which 10 Teams Will Play in the 2023 ICC ODI Cricket World Cup Qualifier? Ireland, Nepal, Netherlands, Oman, Scotland, Sri Lanka, UAE, USA, West Indies, and Zimbabwe will compete in the 2023 ICC ODI Cricket World Cup Qualifier.
Get ready for an exhilarating journey as we dive into our complete guide to the 2023 ICC ODI Cricket World Cup Qualifier!
This article will provide you with an in-depth look at the ten teams competing for a coveted spot in the upcoming World Cup. We’ll explore their squads, examine the schedule and fixtures, and offer a comprehensive preview of what’s in store for cricket fans worldwide.
Let’s begin!
2023 ICC ODI World Cup Qualifier Teams: Road to the 2023 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup
32 teams began their journey for 10 spots for the 2023 ODI World Cup.
Teams played in the ODI Super League, World Cup League 2, Challenge League, and Qualifier Play-off (from the Challenge League) to get to the qualifiers. Here’s a quick summary of the road to the 2023 World Cup Qualifier.
ODI Super League: Ranked 1-13 (Top 7 teams plus hosts India qualified directly for the World Cup, Bottom 5 in the World Cup Qualifier)
New Zealand, England, Bangladesh, India (hosts), Pakistan, Australia, Afghanistan, South Africa qualify directly for the 2023 ICC ODI World Cup.
West Indies, Sri Lanka, Ireland, Zimbabwe, Netherlands will have to compete in the ICC World Cup Qualifier.
League 2: Ranked 14-20 (Top 3 qualify for this ICC World Cup qualifier, Bottom 4 play the Qualifier Play-Off)
Scotland, Oman, Nepal qualify directly for the World Cup qualifier.
Namibia, United States, United Arab Emirates, Papua New Guinea had to go through the Qualifier Play-off.
Challenge League: Ranked 21-32 (Top 2 qualify for the Qualifier Play-Off)
Canada, Jersey qualify for the Qualifier play-off.
Other Teams: Singapore, Denmark, Malaysia, Vanuatu, Qatar, Hong Kong, Kenya, Uganda, Jersey, Bermuda, Italy (eliminated)
Qualifier Play-Off
United States & United Arab Emirates qualify for the World Cup qualifiers.
Namibia, Canada, Jersey, Papua New Guinea eliminated.
What is the Format for the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier?
Ten teams are divided in two groups of five.
The group stage will be in round-robin format and top three of each group will qualify for the Super Six stage.
Each team will play three matches in the Super Six stage (will play teams who were in the other Group Stage) and the Top 2 teams in the Super Six stage will qualify for the World Cup.
There will be a final on 9 July, 2023 but will have no impact on qualification.
How Many Matches Will be Played in the 2023 ODI World Cup Qualifier?
34 matches will be played in the 2023 ICC ODI World Cup qualifiers.
This includes 9 Super 20 group matches, nine Super-Six matches, four place play-off games, and one final.
Where will the 2023 ICC ODI Cricket World Cup Qualifier be played?
The 2023 ICC ODI World Cup Qualifier will be held in Zimbabwe. 4 venues will host the qualifier, two each in Harare and Bulawayo.
The four stadiums where the 2023 ICC ODI Cricket World Cup Qualifier is to be played are Harare Sports Club (Harare), Takashinga Sports Club (Harare), Queens Sports Club (Bulawayo), and Bulawayo Athletic Club (Bulawayo).
Matches in Group A will be played in Harare, while matches in Group B will be played in Bulawayo.
The Super Sixes will be played in Harare Sports Club and Queens Sports Club. The 7th Place Play-off & 9th Place Play-off will be held at Takshinga Sports Club.
How They Got Here: #1 in Qualifier Play-Off (League 2 Ranking: #5)
Captain: Monank Patel (WK)
Squad: Aaron Jones, Ali Khan, Jessy Singh, Nosthush Kenjige, Sushant Modani, Saiteja Mukkamalla, Saurabh Netravalkar, Abhishek Paradkar, Nisarg Patel, Kyle Phillip, Shayan Jahangir, Gajanand Singh, Steven Taylor, Usman Rafiq
Prediction: Should make the Super Six given their recent rise. Might give a run for their money in the Super Six, but they will probably not make the Top 2.
Squad: Mark Adair, Curtis Campher, Gareth Delany, George Dockrell, Graham Hume, Josh Little, Andy McBrine, Barry McCarthy, Peter Moor (WK), Paul Stirling, Harry Tector, Loran Tucker (WK), Ben White, Craig Young
Prediction: Also one of the favorites, but may end up #3-4 in Super Six due to the tough competition
How They Got Here: #1 in League 2 (Direct Qualification)
Captain: Richie Berrington
Squad: Matthew Cross (WK), Alasdair Evans, Chris Greaves, Hamza Tahir, Jack Jarvis, Michael Leask, Tomas Mackintosh, Christopher McBride, Brandon McMullen, George Munsey, Adrian Neill, Safyaan Sharif, Chris Sole, Mark Watt
Prediction: Just like Ireland, will be in the running for the Top 2 spot but may not make it
ICC ODI Cricket World Cup Qualifier Fixtures & Schedule – Group Stage (June 18, 2023 – June 27, 2023)
Date
Team 1
Team 2
Group
Venue
June 18, 2023
Zimbabwe
Nepal
A
Harare Sports Club (Harare)
June 18, 2023
West Indies
USA
A
Takashinga Sports Club (Harare)
June 19, 2023
Sri Lanka
UAE
B
Queens Sports Club (Bulawayo)
June 19, 2023
Ireland
Oman
B
Bulawayo Athletic Club (Bulawayo)
June 20, 2023
Zimbabwe
Netherlands
A
Harare Sports Club (Harare)
June 20, 2023
Nepal
USA
A
Takashinga Sports Club (Harare)
June 21, 2023
Ireland
Scotland
B
Queens Sports Club (Bulawayo)
June 21, 2023
Oman
UAE
B
Bulawayo Athletic Club (Bulawayo)
June 22, 2023
Nepal
West Indies
A
Harare Sports Club (Harare)
June 22, 2023
Netherlands
USA
A
Takashinga Sports Club (Harare)
June 23, 2023
Oman
Sri Lanka
B
Queens Sports Club (Bulawayo)
June 23, 2023
Scotland
UAE
B
Bulawayo Athletic Club (Bulawayo)
June 24, 2023
Zimbabwe
West Indies
A
Harare Sports Club (Harare)
June 24, 2023
Nepal
Netherlands
A
Takashinga Sports Club (Harare)
June 25, 2023
Ireland
Sri Lanka
B
Queens Sports Club (Bulawayo)
June 25, 2023
Oman
Scotland
B
Bulawayo Athletic Club (Bulawayo)
June 26, 2023
Zimbabwe
USA
A
Harare Sports Club (Harare)
June 26, 2023
Netherlands
West Indies
A
Takashinga Sports Club (Harare)
June 27, 2023
Scotland
Sri Lanka
B
Queens Sports Club (Bulawayo)
June 27, 2023
Ireland
UAE
B
Bulawayo Athletic Club (Bulawayo)
ICC ODI Cricket World Cup Qualifier Fixtures & Schedule – Super Sixes Stage (June 29, 2023 – July 7, 2023)
Date
Team 1
Team 2
Venue
June 29, 2023
A2
B2
Queens Sports Club (Bulawayo)
June 30, 2023
A3
B1
Queens Sports Club (Bulawayo)
July 1, 2023
A1
B3
Harare Sports Club (Harare)
July 2, 2023
A2
B1
Queens Sports Club (Bulawayo)
July 3, 2023
A3
B2
Harare Sports Club (Harare)
July 4, 2023
A2
B3
Queens Sports Club (Bulawayo)
July 5, 2023
A1
B2
Harare Sports Club (Harare)
July 6, 2023
A3
B3
Queens Sports Club (Bulawayo)
July 7, 2023
A1
B1
Harare Sports Club (Harare)
ICC ODI Cricket World Cup Qualifier Fixtures & Schedule – Playoff Stage
Date
Playoff
Venue
June 30, 2023
7th Place Playoff Semi-Final
Takashinga Sports Club (Harare)
July 2, 2023
7th Place Playoff Semi-Final
Takashinga Sports Club (Harare)
July 4, 2023
7th Place Playoff
Takashinga Sports Club (Harare)
July 6, 2023
9th Place Playoff
Takashinga Sports Club (Harare)
ICC ODI Cricket World Cup Qualifier Fixtures & Schedule – The Final
Date
Final
Venue
July 9, 2023
TBD vs TBD
Harare Sports Club (Harare)
ICC ODI Cricket World Cup Qualifier – FAQs
Which teams will play in the 2023 ICC ODI Cricket World Cup Qualifiers?
Ireland, Nepal, Netherlands, Oman, Scotland, Sri Lanka, UAE, USA, West Indies, and Zimbabwe will compete in the 2023 ICC ODI Cricket World Cup Qualifier.
Where is the 2023 ICC ODI Cricket World Cup held?
The 2023 ICC ODI Cricket World Cup is held in Zimbabwe. It will be hosted in Harare and Bulawayo with four different stadiums in total (two in each city).
How many teams will qualify from the ODI World Cup Qualifiers to the main draw of the World Cup?
Only two teams will qualify for the 2023 ICC ODI World Cup to be held in India in October.
Which teams are favorites to qualify for the World Cup?
West Indies, Sri Lanka, Ireland, Scotland, and Zimbabwe are the favorites to get the two sports for the 2023 ODI World Cup.
Photo Credits: Original photo by Johan Rynners (ICC/ICC via Getty Images)
