Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) have introduced their males’s squad for the upcoming ODI sequence towards New Zealand, set to start in January 2025. The 17-member group will likely be captained by Charith Asalanka, marking an essential alternative for the younger chief to showcase his abilities within the Kiwi land.
Collection Schedule
The ODI sequence will happen from January 5 to January 11, 2025, with matches scheduled in Wellington, Hamilton, and Auckland. The match timings are as follows:
- 1st ODI: January 5, 2025, at Wellington
- 2nd ODI: January 8, 2025, at Hamilton)
- third ODI: January 11, 2025, at Auckland
Group Composition and Expectations
The inclusion of thriller spinner Maheesh Theekshana strengthens the bowling assault, whereas the batting lineup boasts gifted gamers like Kusal Mendis and Pathum Nissanka. In the meantime, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Dushan Hemantha and Dilshan Madushanka have been changed by Lahiru Kumara, Eshan Malinga and Wanindu Hasaranga for the New Zealand tour.
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Asalanka’s management will likely be essential as Sri Lanka seems to construct on latest performances and set up a aggressive edge towards New Zealand. The sequence is especially vital because it serves as preparation for Sri Lanka forward of the 2025 Champions Trophy. With a balanced squad that mixes youth and expertise, the group goals to make a robust impression in New Zealand.
Sri Lanka’s ODI squad for the New Zealand tour
Charith Asalanka (captain), Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Nishan Madushka, Kusal Mendis, Kamindu Mendis, Janith Liyanage, Nuwanidu Fernando, Dunith Wellalage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Jeffrey Vandersay, Chamidu Wickramasinghe, Asitha Fernando, Mohamed Shiraz, Lahiru Kumara, Eshan Malinga