Wanindu Hasaranga has stepped down as the captain of the T20I side following Sri Lanka's early exit from the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024.

The Sri Lankan spinner, who was appointed as the T20I captain, only last year, led the team in 10 matches.

According to a statement released by Sri Lankan Cricket, Hasaranga stated in his resignation letter that it is in the best interest of the team that he decided to be relieved of his captaincy duties and remain in the side as a player.

“Sri Lanka will always have my utmost best efforts as a player, and I will support and stand by my team and leadership as always,” Hasaranga wrote in his resignation letter to SLC.

Sri Lanka confirmed that Hasaranga would remain a key part of their squads going forward.

The Asian team take on India in a home white-ball bilateral series, beginning 26 July. They are yet to name their squad and skipper for the series.