Who Will Be New Sri Lanka Test Captain? Top 3 Candidates

The Sri Lanka Cricket Team recently finished the 2-match Test series against the Indian Cricket Team on their home turf, where the result didn't go in their favour, losing the series 1-0. The management had a lot of expectations from Sri Lanka in the series, but they didn't perform well in the first match; however, they bounced back quite well in the following match, leading to draw the match after getting enforced follow-on.

As per the reports, Dhananjaya De Silva is to be sacked as test skipper following the 0-1 defeat against India at home last month. The management might be looking for another skipper who can lead the team well and bring more positive results for the team in the near future. It is also reported that management will most likely announce the Sri Lanka Test captain ahead of the next Test series against Pakistan in Pakistan. This article will focus on the top 3 options who can become the new Sri Lanka Test captain.

Top 3 Sri Lanka Test Captain Candidates

With management looking for the Sri Lanka Test captain and making changes in the side, there are some of the options who could fill the big shoes of Test captaincy. Here are the Top 3 Sri Lanka Test Captain Candidates:

1. Kusal Mendis

Right-hand batter Kusal Mendis is the most experienced option to lead Sri Lanka in Test cricket. Currently, he is the white-ball captain; he has already shown confident leadership and decision-making. If he is given the Test captaincy, it would bring the same leadership across formats and help create a clear team direction. With years of international experience, he is well prepared to handle pressure and take on the role straight away.

2. Dinesh Chandimal

Wicket-keeper batter Dinesh Chandimal brings experience and stability at an important time for Sri Lanka. As a former Test captain, he understands the pressure of leading the national team and has plenty of red-ball experience. He continues to be a dependable middle-order batter who performs consistently. If Sri Lanka wants a safe short-term captain while preparing a younger leader for the future, Chandimal is a strong choice.

3. Kamindu Mendis

Youngster Kamindu Mendis is seen as the future of Sri Lankan cricket and a strong long-term captaincy option. He has also shown potential to become one of the best all-rounders in the world, with his exceptional performances. He has also been the vice-captain across formats, which brings a good rapport between him and players. It would be interesting if Sri Lanka elects him as the new Test captain.