Sri Lanka’s spinner, Maheesh Theekshana, is available for selection in the crucial World Cup clash against England, according to Sri Lanka’s head coach, Chris Silverwood.

He made this announcement while speaking to reporters after Sri Lanka’s practice session in Bangalore, during which Maheesh Theekshana bowled in the nets after resting the previous day.

Maheesh Theekshana underwent a scan after the Netherlands game due to reported pain in his right hamstring, where he had previously suffered an injury during the Asia Cup. His availability will be a significant relief for the Sri Lankan team.

Furthermore, Sri Lanka’s head coach also confirmed that Angelo Mathews will be added to the squad to replace the injured Matheesha Pathirana. Angelo Mathews is likely to bat at number 6 or 7, potentially replacing Chamika Karunaratne for the England game.