Sri Lanka declares 17-member squad for T20I sequence in opposition to Bangladesh; Charith Asalanka to steer within the first two video games

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Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has published their 17-member squad for the approaching T20I sequence in opposition to Bangladesh. This announcement comes forward of Sri Lanka’s excursion to Bangladesh for a multi-format sequence, comprising 3 T20Is adopted by way of 3 ODIs and two Assessments.

Pathum Nissanka’s absence because of damage

Pathum Nissanka, a key participant for Sri Lanka, will likely be absent from the impending T20I sequence because of a hamstring damage sustained all through the house sequence in opposition to Afghanistan. To start with expected to recuperate in time for the excursion, Nissanka’s damage has resulted in his alternative within the squad by way of Avishka Fernando.

Management alternate for the primary two video games

Common skipper Wanindu Hasaranga will lead Sri Lanka within the sequence, however will particularly pass over the primary two video games because of a suspension. Hasaranga confronted disciplinary motion after overtly criticizing umpiring choices within the ultimate T20I in opposition to Afghanistan. Because of this, Charith Asalanka has been appointed because the appearing captain for those preliminary suits.

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Squad composition and adjustments

Excluding the absence of Nissanka and the management alternate for the primary two video games, the remainder of Sri Lanka’s squad stays in keeping with the lineup that confronted Afghanistan. Significantly, Jeffrey Vandersay joins the squad as an extra member, rounding out the 17-man roster.

Sri Lanka T20I squad for Bangladesh excursion: Wanindu Hasaranga (capt for ultimate sport), Charith Asalanka (capt for first two video games), Kusal Mendis, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Angelo Mathews, Dasun Shanaka, Maheesh Theekshana, Dhananjaya de Silva, Kusal Janith Perera, Dilshan Madushanka, Nuwan Thushara, Matheesha Pathirana, Akila Dananjaya, Binura Fernando, Kamindu Mendis, Avishka Fernando, Jeffrey Vandersay