Sri Lanka and India Announce Cricket Squads

Sri Lanka has announced their playing XI for the first T20I against the West Indies, featuring the return of Bhanuka Rajapaksa and Wanindu Hasaranga, with Charith Asalanka as captain. Meanwhile, India has revealed its squad for the three-Test series against New Zealand, with Jasprit Bumrah appointed vice-captain, as Rohit Sharma might miss part of the series due to personal reasons. The selection retains most players from the victorious Bangladesh series, with Mohammed Shami absent due to injury. The series will commence on October 16 in Bengaluru, followed by matches in Pune and Mumbai. This preparation includes grooming Bumrah for potential leadership, as India looks ahead to the Border-Gavaskar Trophy later in the year.