Sri Lanka Cricket has announced their 16-member squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against India, with Charith Asalanka named as the skipper replacing Kusal Mendis. The series, set to be played in Colombo, promises exciting cricket action starting from August 2.

Charith Asalanka will lead a strong lineup that features a mix of experienced players and emerging talents. Notably, seam-bowling all-rounder Chamika Karunaratne returns to the white-ball setup as a replacement for their all-rounder Dasun Shanaka. Chamika was added to the squad after missing the T20I series against India.

Sri Lanka's top-order boasts a formidable batting lineup, with Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, and Kusal Mendis expected to anchor the innings. Sadeera Samarawickrama, who has shown significant progress in ODI cricket, is set to occupy the crucial number four position.

Skipper Asalanka, along with Janith Liyanage and dynamic spin-bowling all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga, will bolster the middle order. The squad also includes Nishan Madushka, Dunith Wellalage, and experienced bowlers like Maheesh Theekshana, Akila Dananjaya, and Dilshan Madushanka. The pace attack will be spearheaded by Matheesha Pathirana and Asitha Fernando.

Sri Lanka's squad for India ODIs

Charith Asalanka (C), Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Kamindu Mendis, Janith Liyanage, Nishan Madushka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Chamika Karunaratne, Maheesh Theekshana, Akila Dananjaya, Dilshan Madushanka, Matheesha Pathirana, Asitha Fernando

ODI Series Schedule:

1st ODI: August 2 - 2:00 PM - R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium, Colombo

2nd ODI: August 4 - 2:00 PM - R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium, Colombo

3rd ODI: August 7 - 2:00 PM - R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium, Colombo