T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka's preparations for their upcoming T20I series against India have suffered a significant setback as fast bowler Nuwan Thushara has been ruled out due to a broken finger on his left hand, say a report.
According to ESPNcricinfo, the injury occurred during fielding practice late on Wednesday, as confirmed by team manager Mahinda Halangoda. Despite the injury being on Thushara's non-bowling hand, it is severe enough to prevent his participation in the series.
Thusara's injury marks a severe blow to the Sri Lankan squad already grappling with the absence of another key pacer, Dushmantha Chameera, who is sidelined due to illness.
With Thushara ruled out, left-armer Dilshan Madushanka appears to be the replacement, though an official announcement is yet to be made.
Thusara's injury marks a severe blow to the Sri Lankan squad already grappling with the absence of another key pacer, Dushmantha Chameera, who is sidelined due to illness.
The first T20I between Sri Lanka and India is scheduled for Saturday at Pallekle.