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Very hard for us : Why SL captain wants govt intervention after WC disaster

Sri Lankan captain Dasun Shanaka has appealed to the government to shield players from excessive criticism, citing its detrimental impact on their mental health following the team's T20 World Cup exit. Shanaka expressed frustration over the negative environment, attributing the team's performance to factors like pitch conditions and fitness issues, while apologising to fans for the disappointing results.

26 Feb 2026 12:08 pm