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De Silva steps down as Sri Lanka Test captain
Sri Lanka all-rounder Dhananjaya de Silva has relinquished the Test captaincy, though he remains available for selection, the cricket board announced Thursday.
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De Silva's decision to step down from the captaincy marks a significant shift in Sri Lankan cricket leadership. The all-rounder, who has been a key player in Sri Lanka's Test squad, will continue to be considered for selection in his playing capacity despite leaving the captain's role.
The Sri Lanka Cricket Board confirmed the development on Thursday, though specific reasons for the resignation were not immediately disclosed. De Silva's tenure as captain had encompassed a challenging period for Sri Lankan Test cricket as the team navigated competitive international fixtures.
The move opens the question of succession, with the board likely to announce a replacement captain in due course. De Silva's continued availability for selection ensures that his experience and skill remain at the disposal of the national team moving forward.
The captaincy change comes at a time when Sri Lankan cricket has been working to rebuild its Test programme and improve its standings in the global rankings.