Sri Lanka Name 15-Man Squad for Pakistan Tests
Kusal Mendis takes over as Sri Lanka’s Test captain, while uncapped Anjala Bandara earns a first call-up and Pathum Nissanka remains fitness-dependent.
- On Tuesday, The National Cricket Selection Committee appointed Kusal Mendis as captain of a 15-member Sri Lanka squad for the upcoming two-Test tour of Pakistan.
- Mendis assumes leadership after former captain Dhananjaya stepped down, with the series vital for Sri Lanka's standing in the World Test Championship.
- Uncapped batter Anjala Bandara earned his first national Test call-up after scoring 2239 runs in First Class cricket, replacing Niroshan Dickwella in the touring lineup.
- Selectors included Pathum Nissanka in the squad, though his availability for the opening match depends on his physical condition as the fixture approaches.
- Rawalpindi hosts the first Test on November 9, followed by Lahore on November 17, while Pakistan sits at 4.63 PCT in the WTC standings.
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Sri Lanka announce squad for Test series against Pakistan, new captain to take over
Sri Lanka have named a 15-member squad for the Pakistan Test series, with Kusal Mendis replacing Dhananjaya de Silva as captain. Pathum Nissanka's availability remains uncertain, while uncapped batter Anjala Bandara has earned his maiden Test call-up.
Kusal Mendis to Lead, Madushanka and Malinga Called Up as Sri Lanka Announce 15-member Squad for Pakistan Tests
Get latest articles and stories on Sports at LatestLY. Nissanka missed out on India's tour of Sri Lanka in August as he continued to recover from a wrist injury, and his absence was felt as India registered a 1-0 series triumph across the two-game series. Sports News | Kusal Mendis to Lead, Madushanka and Malinga Called Up as Sri Lanka Announce 15-member Squad for Pakistan Tests.
Kusal Mendis to lead, Madushanka and Malinga called up as Sri Lanka announce 15-member squad for Pakistan Tests - The Tribune
Nissanka missed out on India's tour of Sri Lanka in August as he continued to recover from a wrist injury, and his absence was felt as India registered a 1-0 series triumph across the two-game series.
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