Overview

• Zimbabwe Cricket announced that Craig Ervine will miss both one-day internationals against Sri Lanka.
• Thursday’s scan showed a Grade II tear in his left calf and a chronic, resolving Grade I issue in his right calf.
• Sean Williams assumed the captaincy for the first ODI at Harare Sports Club and wished Ervine a swift recovery at the toss.
• The series consists of two ODIs in Harare with the second match scheduled for August 31.
• Brendan Taylor returned to ODI duty after a three-year ban and recent Test comeback, offering batting experience in Ervine’s absence.