Dilshan Madushanka returns as Sri Lanka name 16-member squad for ODI series against Bangladesh

Sri Lanka Have Named Their 16-Member Squad for the Upcoming Three-Match Odi Series Against BangladeshScheduled to start on July 2. The First Two Odis will be Played in Colombo on July 2 and 5, While the Final Game Moves to Pallekele On July 8. The Series Will Be Followed by A Three-Match T20i Leg, Beginning July 10.

Dilshan Madushanka Returns to Strengthen Pace Unit

Fast bowler Dilshan madushanka has returned to the odi squad after missing the february series against Australia due to insjury. He replaces Born Kumarawho is now sidelined with a fitness concerned. Madushanka’s Comeback Adds Much-Needed Balance to Sri Lanka’s Pace Department, which Already included in-form Seamer Eshan Malinga and Asitha Fernando.

Sadeera Samarawickrama recalled after brief hiatus

Another notable inclusion is that of Sadeera SamarawickramaWho Returns to the National Setup After Being Dropped Post the November 2024 Series due to inconsistent performance. The Wickketkeeper-Batter Comes in Place of Nuwanidu Fernando and will look to reclaim his place in the middle order. HIS EXPERIENCE COULD PORT VITAL IN ANCHORING THE INNINGS AND ROTATING STRIKE IN SPIN-FRIENDLY CONDITIONS.

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Balanced Squad with Mix of Youth and Experience

The Squad Features A Strong Core of Top-Order Bathers, Including Pathum nissankaAvishka fernandoand Nishan madushkaAlong with Captain Charith Asalanka. Kamindo mistakes and Janith Liyanage Offer Middle-Order Solidity. Milan RathnayakeWho Recently featured in the First Test in Galle, Earns His Maiden Odi Call-Up but will be monitored closely due to a side strain. He is expected to be before the start of the series.

Sri Lanka’s Spin Department Remains A Major Strength, with Wanindu hazaanga and Maheesh theekshana Leading The Way. Jeffrey Vandersay and Dunith Wellalage Add Further Depth and Variation to the Spin Attack.

Sri Lanka Squad for the Odi Series Against Bangladesh: Charith Asalanka (C), Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Nishan Madushka, Kusal Mendis, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Kamindu Mendis, Janith Liyanage, Dunithwellage, Wanindu Rasaanga, Maheeshh Theekshana, Jeffrey Vandersay, Milan Rathnayake (Fitness), Dilshan Madushanka, Asitha Fernando, Eshan Malinga

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