Kusal Mendis expresses confidence in Sri Lanka batting ahead of Pakistan Test

Sri Lanka Test captain Kusal Mendis has expressed confidence in his team's batting lineup ahead of the opening Test against Pakistan in Rawalpindi. Mendis noted that the squad possesses the technical ability and experience required to handle potentially challenging pitch conditions, such as a greener surface designed to assist fast bowlers.

The captain highlighted the presence of senior players, including Dinesh Chandimal and Dhananjaya de Silva, as key assets for the two-match series. Mendis cited the team's previous performance in England as evidence of their ability to adapt to such wickets.

This series marks Mendis' first assignment as Test captain since succeeding Dhananjaya de Silva in early October. Despite a long stay in Pakistan for preceding white-ball fixtures, Mendis stated the squad is prepared and eager to return to the Test format.