Nissanka’s journey hinges on medical clearance as 16-member squad prepares to face Pakistan and England
Sri Lanka have named a 16-member squad led by Kusal Mendis for the one-day worldwide tri-series in Pakistan starting on October 18, with opening batsman Pathum Nissanka’s journey topic to medical clearance.
The event, which additionally options England, types a part of Sri Lanka’s preparations for the 2027 World Cup as they appear to settle their core mixture.
Nissanka was included within the squad introduced by Sri Lanka Cricket’s choice committee however will journey with the staff provided that declared medically match.
Sri Lanka will swap to the 50-over format after a three-match Twenty20 worldwide sequence towards hosts Pakistan.
The squad combines skilled internationals with rising gamers, with Avishka Fernando, Kamil Mishara and Pavan Rathnayake among the many top-order choices alongside Mendis and Nissanka.
Sahan Arachchige, Kamindu Mendis and Janith Liyanage supply middle-order selections, whereas former captain Dasun Shanaka and spin-bowling all-rounder Dunith Wellalage present extra steadiness.
Maheesh Theekshana and wrist-spinner Sachindu Colombage characteristic within the spin assault alongside Wellalage.
Dushmantha Chameera, Asitha Fernando, Dilshan Madushanka and Eshan Malinga make up the tempo contingent.
Squad: Kusal Mendis (captain), Sahan Arachchige, Dushmantha Chameera, Sachindu Colombage, Avishka Fernando, Asitha Fernando, Janith Liyanage, Dilshan Madushanka, Eshan Malinga, Kamindu Mendis, Kamil Mishara, Pathum Nissanka, Pavan Rathnayake, Dasun Shanaka, Maheesh Theekshana, Dunith Wellalage.