Wed Nov 27 07:27:53 UTC 2024: ## Sri Lanka Announces Squad for Crucial Test Series Against South Africa
**COLOMBO, SRI LANKA** – Sri Lanka Cricket has announced its squad for the upcoming two-match Test series against South Africa, starting December 27th. This series holds significant importance as it contributes to the World Test Championship points table. Dimuth Karunaratne will captain the side.
The squad includes a blend of experienced players and promising youngsters. Veteran players Angelo Mathews, Dinesh Chandimal, and Kasun Rajitha will be key contributors.
**The full Sri Lankan squad is:** Dimuth Karunaratne (Captain), Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Kamindu Mendis, Oshada Fernando, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Prabath Jayasuriya, Vishwa Fernando, Asitha Fernando, Lahiru Kumara, Kasun Rajitha, Nishshanka, Lasith Embuldeniya, Milan Rathnayake, Dinesh Chandimal, Angelo Mathews.
The series follows Sri Lanka’s current ODI tour of New Zealand. Both Sri Lanka and South Africa will be aiming for victory to bolster their World Test Championship standings.
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