Sri Lanka Announce Squad for Pakistan Test Series 2026; Kusal Mendis Named Captain, Eshan Malinga and Anjala Bandara Earns Maiden Call-Up

Sri Lanka Cricket announced its 15-member Test squad for the two-match series against Pakistan in November 2026, a crucial part of the ICC World Test Championship 2025-2027 cycle. Kusal Mendis will lead as captain. Star opener Pathum Nissanka's inclusion depends on fitness after a wrist injury.