Sri Lanka announces Test squad for two Tests vs Pakistan: Dickwella dropped in Mendis’ first series as captain

Sri Lanka announces Test squad for two Tests vs Pakistan: Dickwella dropped in Mendis’ first series as captain left FILE PHOTO: Kusal Mendis will begin his Test captaincy stint against Pakistan. Getty Images Getty Images https://ss-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/nvq4ec/article71578123.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/IMG_TH09-MENDIS_2_1_3TGKSPI9.jpg Sameera Peiris COLOMBO, SRI LANKA - JUNE 27: Kusal Mendis of Sri Lanka celebrates his half-century during day three of the Second Test match in the series between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh at Sinhalese Sports Cricket Club Ground on June 27, 2025 in Colombo, Sri Lanka. (Photo by Sameera Peiris/Getty Images) Pacer Eshan Malinga and wicketkeeper Anjala Bandara have also received call-ups.