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Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) have announced the men’s squad for the upcoming ODI series against New Zealandscheduled to start in January 2025. The 17-strong team will be led by Charith Asalanka, representing an important opportunity for the young leader to showcase his skills in Kiwi country.
Schedule of the series
The ODI series will be held from January 5 to January 11, 2025, with matches scheduled in Wellington, Hamilton and Auckland. The dates of the matches are as follows:
- 1. GO AWAY: 5 January 2025 in Wellington
- 2. GO AWAY: January 8, 2025, in Hamilton)
- 3. GO AWAY: 11 January 2025 in Auckland
Team composition and expectations
Turning on the mystery spinner Mahesh Theekshana bolsters the bowling attack, while the batting line-up boasts of talented players like Kusal Mendis and Pathum Nissanka. Meanwhile, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Dushan Hemantha and Dilshan Madushanka have been replaced by Lahira Kumara, Eshan Malinga and Waninda Hasaranga for the New Zealand tour.
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Asalanka’s leadership will be crucial as Sri Lanka look to build on recent results and establish a competitive edge against New Zealand. The series is particularly significant as it serves as a preparation for Sri Lanka Champions Trophy 2025. With a balanced squad that combines youth and experience, the team is looking to make a strong impression in New Zealand.
Sri Lanka’s ODI squad to tour New Zealand
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
