Cricket

IND vs SL 2022: With the World Cup in India, this tour will be very important, says Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka

Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka feels the upcoming tour of India is very important as the World Cup will be played in Indian conditions later in the year. Thus, it will be a great opportunity for the Lankan Lions to get acclimatize to the conditions.

Sri Lankan players will look to hit the ground running in the T20I series and they will also play the three-match ODI series against the home team. The visitors have a lot of talent in the team and they will look to take their chances.

“With the World Cup scheduled in India this year, the T20 and ODI series are very important because most of the guys in the side have not played in India. Definitely, this will give us exposure in a lot of grounds and conditions and playing against India will be good preparation for the World Cup,” said Shanaka.

Shanaka added that the first game of the series will be crucial and they will be looking to make a winning start to the series.

“The first game is really important. India have totally changed their lineup. We also got some experience in our camp. We are looking forward to the first game, we must do well in the first game which sets the tone for the other games,” Shanaka added.

Meanwhile, Shanaka admitted his team wasn’t at their best in the World Cup as they were knocked out of the Super 12 stage and they will be looking to give their best in the series.

“We didn’t have a good World Cup, so we would look to step up and do well in this series. Many of our superstars didn’t do well in Australia. But when it comes to Asia, we know the conditions and pitches well. It’s important to start well,” said Shanaka.

The all-rounder admitted India is always a force to reckon with in their own conditions.

“India is always a better side, what we need to do is to play good cricket against India. It’s always tough against India in India. But we have a good team, looking forward to a good series,” Shanaka added.

The first T20I will be played in Mumbai on Tuesday.

About the Author


Written by DafaNews

DafaNews brings you the most highlighted news in the world of Sports. It serves you up-to-date matches, scores, live streams, fantasy games and quizzes. Our news covers India's prestigious leagues and events – Premier League, Pro Kabbadi League, Cricket World Cup and many more. Follow DafaNews on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter,Telegram and Youtube for more updates.

Related Post
Share
Published by
DafaNews

Recent Posts

Aakash Chopra opens on Sanju Samson potentially moving to CSK if released by RR

Former Indian Test opener Aakash Chopra believes Chennai Super Kings could be one of the… Read More

August 8, 2025

Irfan Pathan rates Karun Nair’s performance on England tour, says batter didn’t capitalise on his opportunities

Former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan gave a rating of four out of 10 to Karun… Read More

August 8, 2025

Robin Uthappa reflects on Kuldeep Yadav being left out of India’s playing 11 during ENG vs IND 2025 Tests

Former Indian batter Robin Uthappa backed the team management’s decision to not play Kuldeep Yadav… Read More

August 7, 2025

Prasidh Krishna’s childhood coach lauds pacer for fine show in ENG vs IND 2025 5th Test

India’s fast bowler Prasidh Krishna's childhood coach, P. Srinivasa Murthy, praised his ward for bowling… Read More

August 7, 2025

Sanjay Bangar hails Ravindra Jadeja’s performance in ENG vs IND 2025 series

Former Indian all-rounder Sanjay Bangar praised Ravindra Jadeja for his consistent performances in the Anderson-Tendulkar… Read More

August 6, 2025

Parthiv Patel lauds KL Rahul, says he performed consistently till the fifth Test against England

Former Indian wicket-keeper bat Parthiv Patel praised KL Rahul for performing consistently throughout the five-match… Read More

August 6, 2025