Sri Lanka ODI squad announced for Tri-Series in Pakistan. PC- AFPAs teams have started their preparations for the World Cup 2027, the Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has announced a strong 16-member squad for the Tri-Series involving hosts Pakistan and England.Just like the T20I squad, Kusal Mendis remains the captain for the Islanders, with the stylish hander being the centrepiece of the Sri Lankan batting. Notably, one of their primary batters, Pathum Nissanka, is not certain to travel but is named in the 16-member ODI squad.Wanindu Hasaranga out, Nissanka uncertain; SLC reveals ODI squad for Tri-SeriesUnder Kusal Mendis’ leadership, Sri Lanka will play the Tri-Series in Pakistan after the conclusion of a three-game T20I series against the hosts. The tournament with the Asian giants and England will begin on October 18. Alongside Mendis, Kamindu Mendis, Kamil Mishara, and Pavan Rathnayake will strengthen the Sri Lanka batting order. Former captain Charith Asalanka has been left out, while Avishka Fernando and Sahan Arachchige have earned recalls.Meanwhile, the bowling heroes from England, i.e. Asitha Fernando, Sachindu Colombage and Dilshan Madushanka, have been reinstated. Also Read: Sri Lanka T20I Squad For Pakistan Series Announced; Pathum Nissanka OutRegulars like Dilshan Madushanka, Eshan Malinga and Maheesh Theekshana have regained their spots, but Nuwan Thushara has been dropped.Sri Lanka Cricket 🇱🇰 @OfficialSLC Here is the 16-member squad set to represent Sri Lanka in the upcoming Tri-Nation Series in Pakistan! 🇱🇰🏏 #SriLankaCricket Oct 4, 2026, 11:35 AM Among absentees, star all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga is also not included in the 16-member squad, after he was flown back home from the UK due to lower back pain. Additionally, Pathum Nissanka’s travel will depend on his recovery and whether the medical team clears him. Sri Lanka ODI Squad for Tri Series in Pakistan 2026Kusal Mendis (c), Sahan Arachchige, Dushmantha Chameera, Sachindu Colombage, Avishka Fernando, Asitha Fernando, Janith Liyanage, Dilshan Madushanka, Eshan Malinga , Kamindu Mendis, Kamil Mishara, Pathum Nissanka, Pavan Rathnayake, Dasun Shanaka, Maheesh Theekshana, Dunith Wellalage. Sri Lanka need to rediscover vintage best for WC 2027The 1996 World Champions, Sri Lanka, are among the eight teams directly qualified for the World Cup 2027, along with co-hosts South Africa and Zimbabwe, where they will play their curtain-raiser on October 10. Under Kusal Mendis and Gary Kirsten’s leadership, Sri Lanka are slowly but steadily looking to get back to their vintage best, with senior and junior players forming a lethal combination. However, they would need to translate it into results, as they have won just seven ODIs since the 2025 Champions Trophy, the fewest among the teams directly qualified for the marquee event, barring Zimbabwe.Also Read: Indian Players Who Can Be Dropped For New Zealand ODIs After Poor Series vs West Indies
