Sri Lanka to miss Kusal Mendis and Dinesh Chandimal for second Test
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 12:01 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Sri Lanka anticipates being without Kusal Mendis and Dinesh Chandimal for the second Test following their loss in Galle. Additionally, Pathum Nissanka is also deemed unlikely to participate. The team will need to regroup as they prepare to face their upcoming challenge. The absence of these key players could significantly affect Sri Lanka's batting lineup.
- •Kusal Mendis out of second Test
- •Dinesh Chandimal also unavailable
- •Pathum Nissanka's participation doubtful
- •Sri Lanka lost the first Test in Galle
- •Team needs to regroup for next match
- 12:01 PMESPNcricinfo — Kusal Mendis, Dinesh Chandimal out of second Test; Pathum Nissanka unlikely
"Sri Lanka could be without three first-choice batters as they look to bounce back after losing in Galle
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