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EnglishKusal Mendis Takes Charge as Sri Lanka's White-Ball Captain
Sri Lanka Cricket is handing Kusal Mendis the captain's crown for ODIs and T20Is as they gear up to face the West Indies in June 2026. With nearly 5,000 ODI runs, Mendis is stepping in to replace Asalanka and Shanaka. After a bumpy ride, this could be the spark the team needs to get back in the game!
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Quick rundown
1.Kusal Mendis is stepping up as the new white-ball captain for Sri Lanka.
2.Sri Lanka aims for stability with Mendis at the helm ahead of a busy schedule.
3.Mendis has impressive stats, with nearly 5,000 ODI runs under his belt.
4.The West Indies tour will feature a mix of ODIs, T20Is, and Tests starting in June 2026.
5.Sri Lanka hopes Mendis can lead them to glory after a rocky World Cup experience.
