Sri Lanka, Sept. 12 -- Sri Lanka step into the 2025 Asia Cup with a sense of genuine optimism and memories of 2022, when the islanders stunned the cricketing world to lift the trophy. Former chairman of team selectors Pramodya Wickremasinghe believes the current squad is well equipped to repeat that achievement.

Sri Lanka faces a group stage that demands both skill and tactical discipline and Wickremasinghe sees enough balance, experience and preparation within the team to deal with what lies ahead. "We have a very balanced side, a young side that has been built over the last three to four years," he said.

"They are far more experienced now. I am confident this team can win the Asia Cup tournament this year." Sri Lanka's cricketing revi...