President backs Sri Lanka team with World Cup just days away

February 5, 2026 at 5:05 PM

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake today met the Sri Lanka cricket team at the NCC ground following their practice session, in a move aimed at boosting player confidence ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.

Sri Lanka enter the home World Cup under pressure after a series of recent defeats and sustained criticism from fans over their performances.

Against this backdrop, President Dissanayake visited the squad to personally address the players, offering encouragement and reassurance as they prepare for their opening match of the tournament, scheduled for February 8. (Newswire)