SLC stated that Charith Asalanka would not be available for the upcoming T20I tri-nation series in Pakistan and would be replaced by Dasun Shanaka as the captain.
After the first match of the series, panic hit the Sri Lankan team, and they were reminded of the 2009 attacks in Lahore. Notably, a suicide bombing incident happened in Islamabad, which left the Sri Lankan players extremely terrified, and they were asked to leave the nation instantly.
Illness and injury issues also hit the Sri Lankan camp as several players went down with sickness ahead of the third ODI, including skipper Charith Asalanka, who didn't feature in the last game.
This precautionary decision ensures they receive proper care - Sri Lanka Cricket
Sharing an official statement on X, SLC stated that Charith Asalanka and Asitha Fernando will return home as a precautionary measure to ensure that the duo receive proper care and sufficient time to recover.
"Sri Lanka Tour of Pakistan 2025 #PAKvSL. Two Players Returning Home Captain Charith Asalanka and fast bowler Asitha Fernando, both suffering from illness, will return home. The two players will not take part in the upcoming tri-series featuring Sri Lanka, Pakistan, and Zimbabwe.
Sri Lanka Tour of Pakistan 2025 #PAKvSL ▫️ Two Players Returning HomeCaptain Charith Asalanka and fast bowler Asitha Fernando, both suffering from illness, will return home.The two players will not take part in the upcoming tri-series featuring Sri Lanka, Pakistan, and… pic.twitter.com/71Z3RVQPQW
— Sri Lanka Cricket ?? (@OfficialSLC) November 17, 2025So, we will try to improve on that going forward - Kusal Mendis
"5 top batters got starts, but they did not continue well and build on it. So, we will try to improve on that going forward. Vandersay played really well and bowled really well and I am very happy for him.
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