IND Vs SL 1st Test: Sooriyabandara Makes Debut As Concussion Sub After Chandimal Is Ruled Out After Neck Injury
Dinesh Chandimal has been ruled out of the match after sustaining a head and shoulder injury while fielding during the first session of the fourth day. The Sri Lankan batter hit his shoulder and head hard on the ground and was taken for a precautionary scan, which showed no signs of internal injury. While he avoided a major injury, the 36-year-old has been ruled out for the remainder of the IND…
Dinesh Chandimal has been ruled out of the ongoing IND vs SL Test match after suffering a head and shoulder injury while fielding in the fourth day's first session. The experienced Sri Lankan batter inadvertently struck his shoulder and head against the ground, prompting a precautionary scan. Although the 36-year-old avoided a serious injury, he will miss the remainder of the Test.
In Chandimal's absence, the match referee has given the green light to Pasindu Sooriyabandara to serve as the concussion replacement. Sooriyabandara, a 26-year-old from Sri Lanka, will make his debut as a concussion sub in this match. With an average of 54.36 in first-class cricket, he showcased his batting skills in a recent practice match for SLC XI, where he scored 35 and 4.
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