Silverwood resigns as Sri Lanka coach

Chris Silverwood spent almost two and a half years as England men's head coach

Chris Silverwood has resigned as Sri Lanka men's head coach after two years in charge.

Former England coach Silverwood was appointed in April 2022, initially on a two-year deal, which was extended to cover this month's T20 World Cup in the West Indies and USA.

Sri Lanka failed to progress from the group stage after winning only one of their four games.

"Being an international coach means long periods away from loved ones," said Silverwood.

"After lengthy conversations with my family and with a heavy heart, I feel it is now time for me to return home and spend some quality time together."

He said it was a "real honour" to have been part of Sri Lanka Cricket.

Silverwood took charge three months after being sacked by England following their 2021-22 Ashes defeat in Australia.

Sri Lanka won the Asia Cup in 2022 and were runners-up the following year.

They failed to reach the knockout stages of the T20 World Cup in 2022 and finished ninth in the 10-team group stage at last year's 50-over World Cup.

Sri Lanka won four, drew two and lost two of Silverwood's eight Test series in charge.

They play three Tests in England starting on 21 August.