Sri Lanka sets world record: Defending champions Sri Lanka have started the Asia Cup 2023 with a win. Before the start of the tournament, it looked as if a mountain of grief was about to descend on the Sri Lankan team. Four of its players are out of the tournament due to injury while two have tested positive for Covid. These players were replaced by young players in the Lankan team, who made the most of the opportunity in the first match. Dasun Shanaka’s team has started like champions in this prestigious tournament.