Jeffrey Vandersay included in the Sri Lanka squad for the Australia Test, Vandersay has been rewarded for his impressive performances during the ODI series by being named in the 18-man squad for the Test series against Australia.
A Took 5 wickets in four matches:-
Jeffrey was impressed in a 3–2 ODI series win against Australia, taking 5 wickets in four matches. He also caused a lot of trouble for the Australian batsmen, who were often unable to pick up on his clever variations.
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Other notable players from the ODI series who find a place in the Test squad include Kusal Mendis, Pathum Nisanka, Chamika Karunaratne, Dhananjay de Silva, and Niroshan Dickwella.
Vishwa Fernando has also retained his place:-
The team will be led by Captain Dimuth Karunaratne. Fast bowlers Asitha Fernando and Viswa Fernando, who were impressed during the Test series win in Bangladesh, also retaining their places. Kamil Mishra, Kamindu Mendis, and Suminda Lakshan, however, failed to make the cut.
Apart from Vandersay, the other spinners in the team are Pravin Jayavikrama, Lasith Embuldeniya, and Ramesh Mendis. Experienced Angelo Mathews and Dinesh Chandimal are also including as Sri Lanka will be hoping for a famous win against the visitors on home soil.
The two-match Test series will begin in Galle on June 29. The second Test will also be playing at the same ground from July 8-12.
Sri Lanka is in fourth place:-
The series will be crucial for both sides, as Australia top the World Test Championship 2021-23 standings while Sri Lanka is fourth.
Sri Lanka squad: 1. Dimuth Karunaratne (capt), 2. Pathum Nisanka, 3. Oshada Fernando, 4. Angelo Mathews, 5. Kusal Mendis, 6. Dhananjaya de Silva, 7. Kamindu Mendis, 8. Niroshan Dickwella (wk), 9. Dinesh Chandimal (wk), 10. Ramesh Mendis, 11. Chamika Karunaratne, 12. Kasun Rajitha, 13. Vishwa Fernando, 14. Asitha Fernando, 15. Dilshan Madushanka, 16. Praveen Jayavikrama, 17. Lasith Embuldeniya, 18. Jeffrey Vandersay.
