The highly anticipated 2024 Lanka T10 Super League is set to commence today (December 11) at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, marking a new chapter in Sri Lankan cricket.
The tournament, featuring six dynamic franchises, will showcase an exciting brand of cricket at the picturesque venue in Kandy. The tournament organizers have officially unveiled the complete squad lists for all six franchises, featuring an impressive mix of international stars and local talent. The league has assembled an extraordinary roster of talent across all franchises. The Colombo Jaguars, under the guidance of legendary Sri Lankan bowler Chaminda Vaas as head coach, will feature top stars including former Sri Lanka captain Angelo Mathews , alongside rising star Matheesha Pathirana, versatile Kamindu Mendis, Pakistan’s Asif Ali, and explosive opener Jason Roy.
Galle Marvels, coached by the experienced Graham Ford, boasts a formidable lineup including spin wizard Maheesh Theekshana , explosive Bhanuka Rajapaksa, pace bowler Binura Fernando, and English star Alex Hales and Luke Wood.
The Hambantota Bangla Tigers showcase their strength with Dasun Shanaka at the helm, supported by Shevon Daniel, local hero Kusal Janith Perera, and Afghanistan’s Hazratullah Zazai.
Jaffna Titans, under the strategic leadership of James Foster, feature an impressive roster including right-handed batting all-rounder David Wiese , the skilled Muhammad Amir, dynamic Kusal Mendis, and versatile Charith Asalanka.
Kandy Bolts, coached by Sachith Pathirana, brings together a stellar combination including the experienced Sri Lankan Cricketer Thisara Perera , the middle order batter Dinesh Chandimal, skilled opener Pathum Nissanka, and international talent George Munsey.
Nuwara Eliya Kings, under the guidance of Julian Wood, round out the competition with a powerful lineup featuring Avishka Fernando, Saurabh Tiwary, pace bowler Kasun Rajitha, talented Dushan Hemantha, Kyle Mayers and Benny Howell.
The tournament’s opening day promises a spectacular triple-header at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on December 11th.
