Sri Lanka Announces 16-Member Squad for ODI Series Against Australia
The Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has announced a 16-member squad for the upcoming two-match ODI series against Australia. The star all-rounder Charith Asalanka will lead the team, and experienced players like Pathum Nissanka, Wanindu Hasaranga, and Kamindu Mendis will be part of the squad.
Both the ODI matches will be played at the iconic R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. The two-match ODI series will begin on February 12 and 14. The Sri Lanka Cricket shared the squad details on social media and confirmed that both matches will be played during the day.
Australia's tour of Sri Lanka began with a two-match Test series at the Galle International Stadium. The Australian cricket team won both Test matches, winning the series 2-0. The stand-in Australian skipper Steve Smith was named 'Player of the Series' after scoring two amazing centuries against Sri Lanka.
The Sri Lanka Cricket Selection Committee selected the above 16-member squad to play in the two-match ODI series vs Australia._
— Sri Lanka Cricket 🇱🇰 (@OfficialSLC) February 10, 2025
The RPICS in Colombo will host the first ODI on February 12 and the second on February 14. Both games are day games. The match starts at 10 am.… pic.twitter.com/Mr2QyirnVZ
Sri Lanka Squad for ODI Series Against Australia
Charith Asalanka (c), Janith Liyanage, Nishan Madushka, Nuwanidu Fernando, Lahiru Kumara, Dunith Wellalage, Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis, Kamindu Mendis, Maheesh Theekshana, Jeffrey Vandersay, Mohamed Shiraz, Wanindu Hasaranga, Eshan Malinga, and Asitha Fernando.
Sri Lanka vs Australia Schedule
| Match | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 1st ODI | February 12, 2025 | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo |
| 2nd ODI | February 14, 2025 | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo |
Officials for Sri Lanka vs Australia
First ODI Officials
- On-field Umpires: Chris Gaffaney & Prageeth Rambukwella
- Third Umpire: Adrian Holdstock
Second ODI Officials
- On-field Umpires: Adrian Holdstock & Ruchira Palliyaguruge
- Third Umpire: Chris Gaffaney
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