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Sri Lanka names Test squad for Pakistan series, excludes Lahiru Udara

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 10:21 AM

Last updated Oct 13, 2026

Sri Lanka names Test squad for Pakistan series, excludes Lahiru Udara

Summary

Sri Lanka has announced its 15-man Test squad for the two-match series against Pakistan, set to start on November 9 in Rawalpindi. The squad, captained by Kusal Mendis, excludes opener Lahiru Udara, drawing criticism from former players Angelo Mathews and Chamara Kapugedara. Udara's omission follows a recent score of 188 against West Indies but followed a poor performance against India. The selection includes recalls for Dilshan Madushanka and new caps Eshan Malinga and Anjala Bandara, with five fast bowlers and two spinners chosen. Pathum Nissanka's inclusion is conditional on his medical fitness before the first Test.

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By the Numbers

•Sri Lanka's Test squad for Pakistan features new captain Kusal Mendis.
•Lahiru Udara, who scored 188 recently, is excluded from the squad.
•Dilshan Madushanka and Eshan Malinga are recalled, with new caps for Anjala Bandara.
•Pathum Nissanka's participation is dependent on medical clearance.
•The two Tests will be played in Rawalpindi and Lahore in November.

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10:21 AMYahoo Sports — This will kill his confidence': Angelo Mathews shocked by Sri Lanka's Test squad for Pakistan excluding key player

What they're saying

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Former Sri Lanka captain Angelo Matthews was shocked when a key Test player was not included by Sri Lanka for the upcoming Pakistan Test series
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