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Two uncapped players are to be included for the Sri Lankan Test squad which will play against Australia later this month, internal sources of the SLC say.

Roshen Silva - a middle order batsman of the 'A team' and Asitha Fernando - a pacer of the U-19 team are to be included into the squad, reports say.

Meanwhile, reliable sources cite that the selection committee led by Sanath Jayasuriya are facing external pressures with regard to the selections.

Those who are facing pressure include High performance manager - Simon Willis and coach - Graham Ford, reports add.

Meanwhile, internal sources further add that the junior selection committee too is facing pressure from team coach - Roy Dias and U-19 team manager - Mahinda Halangoda.

 

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