3 uncapped players in Sri Lanka squad against Proteas

Sri Lanka Cricket board announced 17 man squad for the upcoming ODI series against South Africa. Lasith Malinga named as captain and Niroshan Dickwella named as Vice captain of the Team.

Sri Lanka have recalled top-order bat Upul Tharanga as a experienced player, while uncapped players Oshada Fernando, Kamindu Mendis and Priyamal Perera have also all been called up. Isuru Udana, Angelo Perera, Avishka Fernando and Vishwa Fernando added to the squad after a while.

The series begins on Sunday, 03 March

Sri Lanka Squad-

Lasith Malinga (C)
Avishka Fernando
Upul Tharanga
Niroshan Dickwella (VC)
Kusal Perera
Kusal Mendis
Dhananjaya De Silva
Thisara Perera
Akila Dananjaya
Angelo Perera
Oshada Fernando
Kamindu Mendis
Priyamal Perera
Isuru Udana
Vishwa Fernando
Kasun Rajitha
Lakshan Sandakan