COLOMBO: Sri Lanka have suffered a setback ahead of their upcoming Test series against Pakistan, with batter Pathum Nissanka ruled out of the series due to a hamstring injury.
According to Sri Lanka Cricket, Nissanka will miss the upcoming matches after sustaining the injury, prompting the team management to make a replacement in the squad.
Lahiru Udara has been named as Nissanka’s replacement for the Test series against Pakistan.
Sri Lanka Make Squad Change Ahead of Tour
Nissanka’s absence comes as Sri Lanka prepare for a challenging assignment against Pakistan. His unavailability will require the visitors to adjust their batting combination ahead of the opening Test.
The inclusion of Udara provides Sri Lanka with an alternative as the team prepares for the series.
First Test to Begin in Rawalpindi
The opening match of the Pakistan-Sri Lanka Test series is scheduled to begin on November 9 in Rawalpindi.
Both sides will look to make a strong start to the series, while Sri Lanka will aim to overcome the setback caused by Nissanka’s injury ahead of the first Test.
