Sanath Jayasuriya Named Sri Lanka Cricket Head Coach

Sanath Jayasuriya has been confirmed as the head coach of the Sri Lankan men's cricket team until March 2026, following a successful interim period. Jayasuriya, a former captain and one of Sri Lanka's most celebrated players, took over after Chris Silverwood's resignation and led the team to significant victories, including a historic Test win against England and a series sweep over New Zealand. His appointment comes after Sri Lanka's improved performances under his interim leadership, with notable series wins in various formats against India, England, and New Zealand. Jayasuriya's coaching tenure will coincide with the T20 World Cup, which Sri Lanka will co-host with India in 2026. Despite previous controversies, including a two-year ban in 2019 for breaching the ICC's anti-corruption code, Jayasuriya's appointment has been heralded as a strategic move by the Sri Lanka Cricket board to leverage his experience and recent successes. His leadership aims to bolster Sri Lanka's chances in upcoming international competitions, including possibly qualifying for the World Test Championship final.