ICC Champions Trophy 2017: Sri Lanka's Probable Playing XI

All-rounders

Seekkuge Prasanna’s hard-hitting ability could come in handy in the end overs

Asela Gunaratne

This could be one aspect Sri Lanka rely on right throughout the tournament. They boast of a dynamic and dangerous lower-order which should give other teams a run for their money. With his vast array of shots, Gunaratne has the potential to add impetus to the innings at crucial stages. He also doubles up as canny medium pacer who can prove to be difficult to get away if the conditions are in his favour.

Thisara Perera

Coach Graham Ford will be looking to use Thisara Perera as a floater in the batting lineup. Should the top-order build hefty partnerships and provide a solid platform, the menacing left-hander can come into the equation much earlier than expected. In the bowling department, he needs to think about adopting a fuller length as his customary hit-the-deck stuff may be counterproductive on modern-day English pitches.

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Seekkugge Prasanna

One of the cleanest hitters of the cricket ball, the inclusion of Prasanna should strengthen Sri Lanka’s lower-order to a remarkable extent. His capacity to target niche areas in the field will keep fast bowlers on their toes. The leg-spinner can also come into his own during the middle-overs.