Cricket: Sri Lanka appoints Sridhar as Fielding Coach

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) announced the appointment of R. Sridhar as the Fielding Coach of the Sri Lanka National Team, until the completion of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.

A BCCI Level 3 qualified coach, Sridhar was the Fielding Coach of the India National Men’s Team from 2014 to 2021 covering over 300 international matches.

He will now focus on enhancing the fielding standards of the Sri Lanka and work with the players during the upcoming tours involving Pakistan and England, followed by preparations for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.

“Sri Lankan players have always stood for instinctive brilliance, resilience, and collective spirit. My role is not to impose a system, but to nurture an environment where athleticism, awareness, and pride in the field can grow naturally,” commenting on his appointment, Sridhar said.

Sridhar is no stranger to the Sri Lankan cricket setup, having conducted a 10-day specialised fielding programme at the National High Performance Centre earlier this year.

“Fielding thrives when players feel connected to the ball, to each other, and to the moment. Sri Lanka’s traditional strengths—quick hands, sharp reflexes, and fearless intent, can be further enhanced by creating realistic, game-like learning environments,” he added.

His appointment will be effective from December 11, 2025 to March 10, 2026.