The Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) in Colombo traditionally provides more support to seamers than Galle, and Sri Lanka often prepares a three-square strategy at the site.
Sri Lanka has announced its squad for a second test against Bangladesh with a significant change in the lineup. All -rounder Milan Ratnayake, who affected both the bat and the ball in the initial Test in the Galle, has been excluded due to injury.
Their absence is a shock to the hosts, especially given their impressive start in which the balance was added. To compensate, the selectors have brought the left-arm seamor Vishwa Fernando, versatile left-handed spinner Dunith Vellege and the young all-rounder Pawan Rathanayake.
The recall speed of the world fernandos indicates a change for experience in unique conditions. The Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) in Colombo traditionally provides more support to seamers than Galle, and Sri Lanka often prepares a three-square strategy at the site.
This means that fans can see a motion trio including Qasun Rajitha, Asitha Fernando and the returning world fernando. Such a combination provides variety- control and bounce of kasun, the skidti speed of Asitha, and the left hand angle of the world.
Danith Veller provides a spin option if the pitch shows the latter wearing signs, and her abilities with the bat can introduce the order deeply. Meanwhile, Pawan Rathanayak adds youth energy and can be designed for future tours, although it remains to be seen whether he finds a place in playing XI.
Sri Lanka Squad for 2 Tests
Sri Lanka Squad: Dhananjay de Silv (C), Patam Nisanka, Oshada Fernando, Lahiru Udara, Dinesh Chandimal, Kusal Mendis, Kamindu Mendis, Pasindu Soriabandra, Sonal Dinusha, Danith Vellage, Pavan Ruthnake, Praban Jayasuria Fernando, Kasun Rajitha, Vishwasundo,
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