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Sri Lanka’s injury woes continue as Lahiru Kumara ruled out for reminder of World Cup

Fast bowler Lahiru Kumara has been ruled out from the remaining matches of the 2023 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup, following a hamstring injury.

Kumara sustained a hamstring injury during Sri Lanka’s clash with England, where he was named the ‘Player of the Match’ after he picked up 3-35, helping Sri Lanka win by 8 wickets.

Meanwhile, Dushmantha Chameera is set to replace Kumara for the remaining matches, cricket sources reported, adding that his name has been sent to the ICC Event Technical Committee for approval.