Sri Lanka Names ODI Squad for Pakistan Tri-Series, Drops Charith Asalanka
Sri Lanka Cricket announced its squad for the upcoming ODI tri-series in Pakistan from October 18 to 31, featuring Sri Lanka, Pakistan, and England. Kusal Mendis will captain the team. Former captain Charith Asalanka was dropped due to poor recent form, while Pathum Nissanka's participation depends on his fitness. New inclusions include Sahan Arachchige and Avishka Fernando. The tri-series will be followed by a two-match Test series against Pakistan in November.
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news18 broke this story on 4 Oct, 07:02 am. Other outlets followed.