New Delhi: Sri Lanka have dumped the senior players for the upcoming Tri-series in Bangladesh next month with India as the third team.After a forgettable series against India, the selectors have decided to drop Sanath Jayasuriya, Chamara Kapugedera, Lasith Malinga and spinner Ajantha Mendis, all of whom had disappointing performances on the recent tour.Injuries to key players through the tour made the assignment in India all the more tough.
Mahela Jayawardene, Angelo Mathews,Muttiah Muralitharan and Dilhara Fernando were not considered for the 15-man squad due to injuries.Middle order batsman Lahiru Thirimanne, 20, was picked for the first time while 30-year-old batsman Chamara Silva and leg spinner Malinga Bandara were recalled. Left-arm fast bowler Thilan Thushara also made a return to the side after a shoulder injury.All-rounder Muthumudalige Pushpakumara, fast bowler Suranga Lakmal and off spinner Suraj Randiv, all replacements on Sri Lanka's recent tour to India, were retained.The Sri Lankans take on the hosts in the first match in Mirpur on January 4, 2010.
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