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Sri Lanka dealt double injury blow ahead of England T20Is
In a major setback, Sri Lanka have been dealt crushing blows ahead of their upcoming T20I series against England, with captain Kusal Mendis and fast bowler Binura Fernando being ruled out because of injuries. The Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) confirmed that both players are undergoing rehabilitation following injuries picked up during the 2026 Lanka Premier League.
Their withdrawals come a few days after they were included in the 16-member squad announced for the England tour. Mendis had been given responsibility to lead Sri Lanka in both the T20I and ODI formats. He has been on the sidelines since July 19 after suffering a right hamstring injury.
In Kusal’s absence, Charith Asalanka will lead the side in T20Is. Meanwhile, Pavan Rathnayake has been brought in to replace Kusal Mendis while Dilshan Madushanka comes in for Binura Fernando. The three-match T20I series will begin on September 15 in Southampton, followed by the second and third matches on September 17 and 19 in Cardiff and Manchester, respectively.
Sri Lanka T20I squad: Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara (wk), Lahiru Udara (wk), Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka (capt), Janith Liyanage, Pavan Rathnayake, Dasun Shanaka, Dunith Wellalage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Tharindu Rathnayake, Dushmantha Chameera, Eshan Malinga, Nuwan Thushara, Dilshan Madushanka
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