Sri Lanka's Vaas, Udana and Fernando test COVID-19 positive ahead of Bangladesh ODIs

Sri Lanka bowling coach Chaminda Vaas, bowlers Isura Udana and Shiran Fernando have tested positive ahead of Sunday's first ODI against Bangladesh in Dhaka.

Published : May 23, 2021 09:21 IST

Three members of the Sri Lankan contingent - bowling coach Chaminda Vaas, Isuru Udana and newcomer Shiran Fernando - have tested positive for COVID-19 ahead of the first ODI against Bangladesh in Dhaka on Sunday.

According to reports, the Lankan team is now awaiting the results of a second PCR test on Sunday morning as doubts are cast on the three-match series.

 

The first ODI which is due to begin at 12:30 pm (IST)  is now unsure to go as per schedule. However, the Bangladesh Cricket Board officials have said the game is unlikely to be called off.

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The ODI series also falls under the World Cup Super League.

Series Itinerary

1st ODI - May 23, Dhaka

2nd ODI - May 25, Dhaka

3rd ODI - May 28, Dhaka

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