Sri Lanka opt to bowl in third T20I; Pakistan make four changes
Razaullah, Arafat Minhas, Sufiyan Moqim and Abdul Samad came in for Pakistan, who've already won the series
Pathum Nissanka's return injects a much-needed morale boost to Sri Lanka's Test squad as they prepare to face Pakistan. In addition to Nissanka, wicketkeeper Anjala Bandara and seamer Eshan Malinga have also been included in the 15-man squad for the upcoming two-Test series. Bandara, a promising 22-year-old, is expected to replace Kusal Mendis, who has been appointed as the new captain.
Meanwhile, Malinga's inclusion marks a significant improvement for Sri Lanka's fast-bowling contingent, which had been lacking in recent times. Other changes to the squad include the return of Dinesh Chandimal from an injury, while Kamil Mishara, Sahan Arachchige, and Lahiru Udara have been replaced. The squad features two spin options in Prabath Jayasuriya and Keshara Nuwantha, with the first Test scheduled to be played on November 9 in Rawalpindi.
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