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Sri Lanka Squad Announcement: Sri Lanka Cricket has announced the squad for the upcoming ODI and T20 series against England. Kusal Mendis, who missed the Test series against India due to injury, has made a comeback and will lead both the ODI and T20 teams. Star all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga has also been included in the squad; he is part of both the ODI and T20 teams.
Sri Lanka is scheduled to tour England in September, where they will play three ODIs and three T20 matches. Several players who missed the Test series against India due to injury will return for the England tour. This includes opening batsman Pathum Nissanka, who has been named in both the ODI and T20 squads.
Kusal Mendis to Lead the Team
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Kusal Mendis will captain the Sri Lankan side. Although he is the designated captain for the ODI and T20 teams, he had previously been sidelined by an injury, which prevented him from playing in the Test series against India. Sri Lanka has announced a 16-member squad. The team features pacers such as Dushmantha Chameera, Nuwan Thushara, and Ishan Malinga, who will challenge England on their home turf. Additionally, spinners like Hasaranga and Theekshana have also been included in the squad.
Return of key players after recovering from injuries
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Several key players who missed the series against India have regained their fitness ahead of the England tour. Along with captain Kusal Mendis, the return of star opening batter Pathum Nissanka has bolstered the team's top order. Additionally, star all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga, who excels at turning the tide of a match with both bat and ball, has been included in the squad.
An excellent balance of pace and spin
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Keeping English conditions in mind, Sri Lanka has ensured plenty of variety in its bowling attack. The pace attack will be spearheaded by Dushmantha Chameera, Nuwan Thushara, and Ishan Malinga. Meanwhile, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, and the young Dunith Wellalage have been included in the squad to bolster the spin department.
England vs Sri Lanka: Full Schedule
T20 Series Schedule
- 1st T20: 15 September 2026 (Southampton)
- 2nd T20: 17 September 2026 (Cardiff)
- 3rd T20: 19 September 2026 (Manchester)
ODI Series Schedule
- 1st ODI: 22 September 2026 (Chester-le-Street)
- 2nd ODI: 24 September 2026 (Leeds)
- 3rd ODI: 27 September 2026 (London, Kennington Oval)
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Sri Lanka's ODI and T20 squads for the England tour
Sri Lanka Squad for T20 Series
- Kusal Mendis (Captain)
- Pathum Nissanka
- Kamil Mishara
- Kamindu Mendis
- Charith Asalanka
- Janith Liyanage
- Dasun Shanaka
- Wanindu Hasaranga
- Maheesh Theekshana
- Dushmantha Chameera
- Ishan Malinga
- Dunith Wellalage
- Lahiru Udara
- Tharindu Rathnayake
- Nuwan Thushara
- Binura Fernando
Sri Lanka Squad for ODI Series
- Kusal Mendis (Captain)
- Pathum Nissanka
- Kamil Mishara
- Kamindu Mendis
- Charith Asalanka
- Janith Liyanage
- Dasun Shanaka
- Wanindu Hasaranga
- Maheesh Theekshana
- Dushmantha Chameera
- Ishan Malinga
- Dunith Wellalage
- Pawan Rathnayake
- Sachindu Colombage
- Asitha Fernando
- Dilshan Madushanka
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