Updated On: 08 February, 2024 04:30 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Shanaka`s snub comes after his poor run in the ODI format. He managed to score just one half-century in the last 21 ODI innings and also had an average of 12.25. Along with Shanaka, batter Nuwanidu Fernando and leg-spinner Jeffrey Vandersay have also been left out of the squad

Dasun Shanaka (Pic: AFP)
Sri Lanka is all set to clash with Afghanistan for the three-match ODI series starting from February 8. Ahead of the series, former captain Dasun Shanaka has been left out of Sri Lanka`s 16-member squad.
Along with Dasun Shanaka, batter Nuwanidu Fernando and leg-spinner Jeffrey Vandersay have also been left out of the squad. All-rounder Chamika Karunaratne and opening batter Shevon Daniel have joined the squad. The first face-off will be played at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, followed by the second clash to be played on February 11. The third and final ODI match between teams will be played on February 14.