The Sri Lanka Cricket Selection Committee has selected a 16-member squad to take part in the upcoming One Day International Tri-Nation Series in Pakistan involving hosts Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and England.
The 2026 Pakistan ODI Tri-Series will begin on 18 October 2026, with the opening match between Pakistan and Sri Lanka taking place at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The tournament will follow the conclusion of the T20I series.
Kusal Mendis will lead the side as captain, while opening batsman Avishka Fernando makes a return to the national line-up. Meanwhile, batsman Charith Asalanka has been omitted from the squad.
The selected 16-member squad comprises Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kamil Mishara, Kusal Mendis, 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.
Sri Lanka Cricket noted that opening batsman Pathum Nissanka will only travel with the team if he is declared medically fit.
