Sri Lanka's T20 World Cup campaign has taken a turn for the worse following their disappointing exit after a 61-run defeat to New Zealand on February 25, 2026. The loss, which came with a match to spare, has led to mounting pressure on captain Dasun Shanaka, head coach Sanath Jayasuriya, and the selection panel to resign. The 35,000-strong crowd in Colombo expressed their discontent with booing, reflecting the fans' frustration after Sri Lanka's batting repeatedly faltered on turning pitches. Former captain Marvan Atapattu criticized the team's preparations, stating, "Most teams have moved on with the times playing T20 cricket, but we have stagnated and made little progress." He emphasized the need for a clear identification of core players, which he believes was lacking in the lead-up to the tournament.
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Sri Lanka'S T20 World Cup Exit And Fan Discontent In Colombo
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Sri Lanka's T20 World Cup hopes dimmed after a 61-run loss to New Zealand, prompting calls for resignations and highlighting issues in team preparation and player mental health amid fan discontent.
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