Sri Lanka has been dealt a significant blow ahead of the ODI series against India with the loss of two key pacers, Dilshan Madushanka and Matheesha Pathirana, to injuries.
Madushanka suffered a Grade 2 hamstring injury during a fielding practice session, while Pathirana picked up a shoulder sprain while diving for a catch in the final T20I. These injuries add to Sri Lanka’s woes, as they had already lost Dushmantha Chameera and Nuwan Thushara to injuries prior to the T20I series.
To fill the void, uncapped fast bowlers Mohamed Shiraz and Eshan Malinga have been called up to the ODI squad. Both players have impressive domestic records and will be looking to make their mark on the international stage.
The injuries to Madushanka and Pathirana are a setback for Sri Lanka, as they were key members of the bowling attack. The team will now rely on their remaining bowlers to step up and deliver in the absence of these two pacers.
Can you see Sri Lanka overcoming these injury setbacks and putting up a strong fight against India?
