Sri Lanka Cricket has announced a 15-member squad for the two-match Test series against Pakistan, with Kusal Mendis named captain for the tour scheduled from November 9 to 21, 2026.
The series forms part of the ICC World Test Championship 2025–2027 cycle, with the opening Test set to begin in Rawalpindi on November 9 and the second match scheduled to start in Lahore on November 17.
The squad includes experienced batters Pathum Nissanka, Dinesh Chandimal, Kamindu Mendis and Dhananjaya de Silva, alongside bowlers Prabath Jayasuriya, Lahiru Kumara, Asitha Fernando and Eshan Malinga.
Pathum Nissanka’s participation subject to fitness
Sri Lanka Cricket said Pathum Nissanka would travel with the team only if he is declared medically fit.
The 15-member squad also features Pasindu Sooriyabandara, Sonal Dinusha, Anjala Bandara, Keshara Nuwantha, Milan Rathnayaka and Dilshan Madushanka.
Pakistan to host two Tests
The first Test will be played in Rawalpindi from November 9, while Lahore will host the second Test from November 17.
The series will provide both sides with an opportunity to earn valuable points in the ongoing World Test Championship cycle.
Sri Lanka Test squad for Pakistan tour
Pathum Nissanka
Pasindu Sooriyabandara
Dinesh Chandimal
Kamindu Mendis
Sonal Dinusha
Kusal Mendis (captain)
Dhananjaya de Silva
Anjala Bandara
Keshara Nuwantha
Prabath Jayasuriya
Milan Rathnayaka
Lahiru Kumara
Asitha Fernando
Dilshan Madushanka
Eshan Malinga
