Nissanka sidelined from ODI tri-series in Pakistan due to injury
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 12:44 PM
Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Sri Lankan cricketer Nissanka has been ruled out of the upcoming ODI tri-series in Pakistan due to a hamstring injury. He will be replaced by Udara, who has yet to make his ODI debut. The tri-series is expected to feature a competitive lineup, highlighting the depth of Sri Lankan cricket as they make adjustments to their squad. Further details regarding Nissanka's recovery timeline and future appearances have not been disclosed.
- •Nissanka ruled out of ODI tri-series due to hamstring injury.
- •Udara will replace Nissanka in the squad.
- •Tri-series takes place in Pakistan.
- •Nissanka has not yet had an estimated recovery timeline.
- 12:44 PMESPNcricinfo — Nissanka ruled out of ODI tri-series in Pakistan due to hamstring injury
"Udara, who is yet to make his ODI debut, replaces Nissanka in the squad
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