Sanjeewani and Sewwandi Recalled as Sri Lanka Name Asian Games Squad


Sri Lanka Cricket has announced a 15-member women’s squad for the 2026 Asian Games, retaining the majority of the core team that finished as runners-up in the recent Women's Asia Cup. Captaincy: Veteran star Chamari Athapaththu continues to lead the national side.   Key Recalls & Inclusions: Anushka Sanjeewani returns to the squad alongside Rashmika Sewwandi, Hansima Karunaratne, and Nimasha Meepage.   Notable Omissions: Vishmi Gunaratne, Nilakshika Silva, Chetana Vimukthi, and Dewmi Vihanga were left out of the selection compared to the Asia Cup squad.   Tournament Details Opening Match: Sri Lanka will open their campaign against Malaysia in the third quarter-final on September 18, 2026.   15-Member Asian Games Squad: Chamari Athapaththu (c), Imesha Dulani, Sanjana Kavindi, Hansima Karunaratne, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Anushka Sanjeewani, Kaveesha Dilhari, Hasini Perera, Kaushini Nuthyangana, Nimasha Meepage, Sugandika Dasanayaka, Rashmika Sewwandi, Chamudi Praboda, Mithali Ayodhya, Kawya Kavindi.