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Xtra Time Web Desk: The India Sri Lanka white ball series will start from July 18. The postponement in the start of the series is due to the COVID-19 cases in the Sri Lankan camp. The series was supposed to start from July 13. The three ODIs will now be played on July 18, 20 & 23 respectively. The dates for three T20Is will be July 25, 27 & 29. All the matches are to be played at the R Premadasa stadium.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Jay Shah confirmed said, “We understand that circumstances are extraordinary, but the BCCI would like to extend its full support to Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) during these tough times for the smooth conduct of the upcoming series. Our medical team is in constant touch with the team of doctors at SLC and together following all safety protocols that will help the series to get underway. We are confident that both nations will put up a spirited show in the days to come and we are in for some exciting cricket.”

Ashley de Silva, SLC CEO, said: “We are grateful to the BCCI for understanding the situation and agreeing to cooperate with us at this moment of time, as it has done on numerous occasions, during our long-standing relationship.”

Sri Lanka’s batting Coach Grant Flower and video analyst GT Niroshan tested positive for COVID-19. The duo has been isolating themselves from the rest of the squad.

Meanwhile, the Sri Lankan team has been shifted from Taj Samudra to Cinamon Grand hotel on Saturday morning.