Sanath Jayasuriya: Sri Lanka's New Cricket Coach

Sri Lanka's new cricket coach, Sanath Jayasuriya, will be in charge from October 1, 2024, until March 31, 2026. Jayasuriya will replace Chris Silverwood, who stepped down in June 2024 due to poor performance in the T20 World Cup.

Appointment Details

Sanath Jayasuriya appointed as head coach of Sri Lanka's national cricket team
Appointment effective from October 1, 2024, until March 31, 2026
Transition from interim to permanent role based on recent team performances
Contract covers the period leading up to the 2026 T20 World Cup, co-hosted by Sri Lanka and India
Replaces Chris Silverwood, who stepped down in June 2024 after Sri Lanka's poor performance in the T20 World Cup

Recent Achievements as Interim Coach

ODI Series:

- Led Sri Lanka to first bilateral ODI series win against India in over 25 years

Test Series:

- Secured a Test victory against England at The Oval
- Clinched a 2-0 Test series win against New Zealand at home
- Improved Sri Lanka's standing in the World Test Championship

Overall Performance:

- Competitive showing in England (1-2 loss in Test series)
- Positive results against India and New Zealand

Jayasuriya's Background and Credentials

Playing Career:

- One of Sri Lanka's greatest players
- Played 110 Tests, 445 ODIs, and 31 T20Is
- Scored over 21,000 runs across formats
- Took 440 international wickets
- Key member of the 1996 World Cup-winning team
- Reached the 2007 World Cup final

Post-Retirement Roles:

- Served as Member of Parliament (2010-2015)
- Chief selector for Sri Lanka Cricket in two separate stints
- Banned for two years in 2019 under ICC's anti-corruption code

Coaching Approach:

- Known for his aggressive batting style as a player
- Expected to bring a dynamic approach to coaching

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