Colombo, Aug. 14 -- Sri Lanka have named a 15-member squad for the upcoming Asia Cup in Dubai, where they will look to defend their title.

Chamari Athapaththu will continue to captain the side, with Harshitha Samarawickrama serving as her deputy, according to the ICC.

Right-arm pacer Mithali Ayodhya has returned to the squad after an impressive showing at the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026. Despite making her international debut only in April, Ayodhya picked up four wickets at the tournament and finished as Sri Lanka's second-highest wicket-taker.

Leg-spinner and all-rounder Dewmi Vihanga has received her maiden T20I call-up. She has previously represented Sri Lanka in 12 ODIs.

Sri Lanka have also brought back Chethana Vimukthi to str...