Nissanka’s absence comes after he missed the three-match T20I series against Pakistan in Rawalpindi. Sri Lanka will now prepare for the ODI tri-series before turning its attention to a two-Test assignment against Pakistan as part of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025–27 cycle.
The opener struggled during the third ODI against England, and the injury subsequently forced him to miss the entire T20I series against Pakistan. His recovery remained incomplete, and the medical staff did not clear him to participate in the upcoming tri-series.
Pakistan ODI Tri-Series 2026: Full Schedule And Venues
The tri-series will take place in Pakistan from October 18 to 31, with matches scheduled in Rawalpindi and Lahore. Hosts Pakistan will open the tournament against Sri Lanka at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on October 18 before facing England at the same venue on October 20.
Pakistan will face Sri Lanka in Lahore on October 27, followed by Sri Lanka’s final league match against England on October 29. The top two teams will qualify for the final, scheduled to take place at Gaddafi Stadium on October 31.
Sri Lanka Squad For Pakistan ODI Tri-Series And Test Schedule
Kusal Mendis will captain Sri Lanka’s updated 16-member squad. The selection includes Lahiru Udara as the replacement for Pathum Nissanka, alongside established players and several batting, all-round and bowling options.
Lahiru Udara, Avishka Fernando, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis (c), Pavan Rathnayake, Sahan Arachchige, Kamindu Mendis, Janith Liyanage, Dasun Shanaka, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Sachindu Colombage, Dushmantha Chameera, Asitha Fernando, Dilshan Madushanka and Eshan Malinga.
The opening Test is scheduled at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium from November 9 to 13, followed by the second match at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore from November 17 to 21.
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