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Sri Lanka Announces Tri-Series Squad: Avishka Fernando Returns After 2 Years
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News18•04-10-2026, 19:40
Sri Lanka Announces Tri-Series Squad: Avishka Fernando Returns After 2 Years
- •Sri Lanka has announced its squad for the upcoming tri-series against Pakistan and England.
- •Avishka Fernando and Sahan Arachchige have returned to the team, with Fernando set to play his first ODI in two years.
- •Sahan Arachchige has been included in place of the injured Wanindu Hasaranga.
- •Avishka Fernando's return follows strong domestic cricket performance, including two centuries and a career-best 160 runs.
- •The squad includes four key fast bowlers: Dushmantha Chameera, Asitha Fernando, Ishan Malinga, and Dilshan Madushanka.
Key Questions Answered
Avishka Fernando and Sahan Arachchige have returned to Sri Lanka's ODI squad for the tri-series. Avishka returns after two years following strong domestic performances, while Sahan comes back for the first time since 2024, replacing the injured Wanindu Hasaranga.
Charith Asalanka was dropped from the national team just before the tri-series, with Avishka Fernando included in his place. His journey back to the squad proved very short after he was also dropped from the T20 series against Pakistan.
The tri-series will begin on October 18, with Sri Lanka playing against Pakistan in the opening match of the series in Rawalpindi.
