According to reliable sources close to SLC the in-form top order batsman Oshada Fernando most probably will open the batting with skipper Dimuth Karunaratne in this Test series.
The selectors named a 23 member National pool earlier and subsequently picked a 18 member squad for the Test series subject to approval from the Sports Minister. The National players also have to undergo a fitness test from April 25 to 27 at Sugathadasa Stadium and it will be handled by the Sri Lankan trainer…
How many times is this young chap injured for crying out aloud the guy is in his early 20’s and a batter!