Colombo, Sri Lanka - The Sri Lanka National Cricket Team is gearing up for an eventful 2024 as they kick off their international calendar with a thrilling home series against Zimbabwe in January. The series will feature three One Day Internationals (ODIs) and three Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is), promising cricket fans an exciting start to the year.
Following the clash with Zimbabwe, the Sri Lankan team is slated to face Afghanistan in a series spanning January to February. This contest will include a test match, three ODIs, and three T20Is, showcasing the team's prowess in different formats.
The cricketing action doesn't stop there, as the national team is set to embark on an extensive tour of Bangladesh, participating in matches across all formats. This tour will serve as a crucial preparation phase before the team heads to the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024, scheduled to take place in the West Indies and the USA.
As part of the Future Tours Programme (FTP), cricket enthusiasts can also anticipate visits from powerhouse teams such as India, New Zealand, and the West Indies to Sri Lanka during the course of 2024.
The mid-year period will witness the Sri Lankan team facing England in a riveting three-match test series on English soil. The clash promises to be a stern test of skills and resilience for the Sri Lankan players.
The 2024 cricket season will conclude with tours to South Africa and New Zealand, offering the team valuable exposure and experience on the international stage.
Mr. Ashley De Silva, CEO of Sri Lanka Cricket, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, "We are heading into a highly exciting year with a lot of international cricket to be played, which augurs well for us, as our team will be engaged in competitive cricket year-round. The 2024 calendar is expected to give our players a lot of playing opportunities, fans entertainment, and our sponsors great exposure."
Cricket aficionados and supporters of the Sri Lanka National Cricket Team can look forward to a thrilling and action-packed year ahead.
