Colombo: Sri Lanka has announced a 14-member squad for the upcoming ICC Women's Emerging Nations Trophy set to take place in the United Arab Emirates. Harshitha Samarawickrama will lead the team in the absence of regular captain Chamari Athapaththu. The tournament will see a new format featuring ten teams, with Sri Lanka competing in Group A.

According to International Cricket Council, the squad includes notable returns for Vishmi Gunarathne and Nilakshika Silva, both of whom missed the Asian Games. Fast bowler Malki Madara also makes a comeback after being absent from both the Asia Cup and Asian Games squads. Additionally, Sathya Sandeepani returns to the T20I format after a six-year hiatus, having previously played against India in February 2020.

Sri Lanka is among five full members in the tournament, competing alongside Ireland, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Zimbabwe. Other participating teams include the Netherlands, Papua New Guinea, Scotland, hosts United Arab Emirates, and reigning champions Thailand. The tournament's matches will be hosted at Ajman's Karwan Sports Club Cricket Ground and the Seven Districts Sports Club. Sri Lanka's group stage matches are scheduled against Ireland, Scotland, Papua New Guinea, and the UAE from November 12 to November 16.