Sri Lanka have unveiled their 16-member squad for the upcoming three-match ODI collection towards India, set to happen shortly after the conclusion of the T20I collection. This collection will permit Sri Lanka to check their mettle towards a powerful Indian facet.
ODI collection schedule towards India
The ODI collection will kick off on August 2, adopted by the second match on August 4, concluding with the ultimate match on August 7. All three fixtures shall be performed on the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, a venue identified for its vigorous environment and supportive crowds. This schedule guarantees a tightly contested collection with minimal relaxation days, including to the thrill and depth of the matches.
Management and key gamers
Charith Asalanka has been appointed because the captain for the ODI collection, taking on the reins from Kusal Mendis, who beforehand led the facet within the 50-over format. Asalanka’s management shall be essential as Sri Lanka goal to construct on their current performances. The squad includes a sturdy top-order lineup with Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando and Mendis, who’ve all proven the power to attain massive runs. Moreover, star batter Sadeera Samarawickrama has been included, bringing his spectacular type and reliability to the crew.
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Sri Lanka’s bowling assault
The spin assault shall be spearheaded by the skilled Wanindu Hasaranga, identified for his wicket-taking talents and economical spells. The spin division is additional strengthened by the inclusion of Maheesh Theekshana, Dunith Wellalage and Akila Dananjaya, offering a wide range of spin choices to hassle the Indian batters. Within the tempo division, the formidable duo of Dilshan Madhushanka and Matheesha Pathirana will lead the assault, identified for his or her velocity and accuracy. All-rounder Chamika Karunaratne has additionally been included, including depth and flexibility to each the batting and bowling models.
Damage updates
Dushmantha Chameera, who was dominated out of the T20I collection on account of bronchitis and a respiratory an infection, will miss the ODI collection as properly. This can be a important blow to the crew’s tempo assault, as Chameera’s expertise and expertise are extremely valued. Moreover, Nuwan Thushara is unavailable after fracturing his thumb throughout coaching earlier than the beginning of the bilateral collection. These accidents current a problem for Sri Lanka, but in addition a possibility for different gamers to step up and make their mark.
Sri Lanka ODI squad for the India collection:
Charith Asalanka (C), Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Kamindu Mendis, Janith Liyanage, Nishan Madushka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Chamika Karunaratne, Maheesh Theekshana, Akila Dananjaya, Dilshan Madushanka, Matheesha Pathirana, Asitha Fernando.
