Sri Lanka, Aug. 21 -- Promising middle-order batsman Pavan Ratnayake has been included in the Sri Lanka ODI squad for the forthcoming tour of Zimbabwe, which will commence on August 29 at the Harare Sports Club Ground.

The 22-year-old Ratnayake is the only new face in the 16-member squad, earning his place after a string of impressive performances. He stood out during Sri Lanka A's recent tour and further underlined his potential with a blistering 158 off 94 balls (13 fours and 9 sixes) for CCC in the Major Club Limited Overs final against Police SC.

Nuwanidu Fernando has also been recalled and is expected to occupy the No.4 position. The 25-year-old right-hander last played an ODI in 2024 against New Zealand but was the leading batter ...