As Bangladesh and Sri Lanka gear up for their T20 series, both teams downplay any narrative of personal scores being settled and express expectations for a competitive yet spirited series. Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto emphasizes the team’s focus on winning the series, not feeling pressured by opponents. Sri Lanka coach Chris Silverwood emphasizes leaving past issues behind and concentrating on the future, especially in the context of World Cup preparation.
While acknowledging past heated encounters, both camps stress their commitment to a competitive but respectful series. Shanto, now Bangladesh’s permanent captain in all formats, looks forward to leading the team in the T20 series following their successes last year, including notable wins against England, Ireland, Afghanistan, and New Zealand.
Silverwood, the English coach for Sri Lanka, highlights the competitive nature of the series and the opportunity for players to step up, considering the absence of key players like Wanindu Hasaranga and Pathum Nissanka. Despite the challenges, both teams are focused on building momentum for the T20 World Cup.
As the series unfolds, the spotlight will be on rising talent, strategies, and how players seize the opportunity in the absence of key contributors. The coaches and captains express optimism for an exciting and closely contested series, setting the stage for crucial World Cup preparations.
