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The squad is starting their ODI reconstruction process, according to Sri Lanka head coach Chris Silverwood. Their ODI series with Bangladesh in the pipeline is a great opportunity to prove their mentor. Sri lanka is not part of the Champions trophy due to their ninth-place finish in the 2023 World Cup.

Now that we’re in a fresh cycle, we’re once more aiming to play the kind of cricket we want to play in the upcoming World Cup. And this is just another step in the process of creating it, which is something that the team is attempting to invent. That’s precisely what we’re aiming to achieve. We’re attempting to maintain the momentum we generated during the series both at home and in Sri Lanka, where we produced some outstanding cricket. And before the first ODI, I’ll be pushing the boys to go out and do the same thing,” Silverwood stated.

“Even though you’re not competing for the Champions Trophy, you’re playing for your country, which is the motivation.” I believe you have witnessed two fervent teams representing their nations on the field. Additionally, I believe that just wearing that jersey and representing your nation should be enough to inspire you. We feel precisely that in our changing room. Thus, the drive is present,” he continued.

Pathum Nissanka’s comeback, having missed the T20I series because of a hamstring injury, will be a benefit for Sri Lanka. “Absolutely, regarding Nissanka’s availability for the ODIs, stated Silverwood. “I mentioned outstanding individual contributions previously. You specifically mention Pathum. Being the first player for Sri Lanka to score two tons in an ODI, I believe he accomplished something truly remarkable in Kandy.

And it goes without saying that we’re all incredibly happy with him in the changing area. In the recent past, he has demonstrated remarkable growth and consistency, emerging as a potentially highly valuable player in that batting lineup. He therefore plays a crucial role in that batting order. It’s wonderful that he is here, said Silverwood.

Najmul Hossain Shanto, the captain of Bangladesh, is certain that his side can play well in 2023 following a bad showing in ODI cricket. It only managed nine wins and 14 losses in 2023. It was below average given their previous record of 50 wins and 31 losses between 2015 and 2022. Bangladesh was the first team out of the World Cup because it lost the Champions trophy and placed eighth in the ICC position.

“Challenges will inevitably arise. Playing against any foreign team is never easy. We performed well from 2015 to 2022, therefore in 2023 you can have a poor year. However, we must return this year as a cohesive unit, and we are ready for that,” Najmul stated. “Whether we win or lose, what matters is that we can play as a team.

“We wanted to win every match, in every circumstance, therefore we attempted to play the New Zealand series as a team. The strategy is to perform well as a team and help one another through to the next World Cup. Supporting that player is important, particularly when they are going through a difficult time. How unified we are will be crucial over the next three years.”

The Bangladesh-Srilanka ODI series will start on March 13 at the site of Chattogram. Next two ODIs will also be played there on March 15 and 18 respectively.