SLC to hire foreign coach after Sanath Jayasuriya cricket View(s): View(s):With Head Coach Sanath Jayasuriya expected to step down from his position, Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has begun discussions with several foreign candidates to fill the impending vacancy. SLC confirmed that formal negotiations are currently underway and that an official announcement will be made once the process is completed. “We have been negotiating with a few foreign coaches,” confirmed SLC Chief Executive Officer Ashley de Silva. However, following Sri Lanka’s final World Cup game yesterday, Sanath Jayasuriya confirmed that he has decided to step down as Sri Lanka’s Head Coach, but will discuss the matter with Sri Lanka Cricket officials shortly. Sri Lanka suffered subdued defeats against England and New Zealand in their opening matches, performances that effectively derailed their campaign.

Source: Sunday Times March 01, 2026 02:35 UTC