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SL vs PAK Test series: Key battles

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SL vs PAK Test series: Key battles

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The new WTC cycle begins

Sri Lanka host Pakistan in a two-match Test series from July 16, marking the start of their 2023-25 ICC World Test Championship cycle.

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Afridi targets Karunaratne

Shaheen Afridi will be key against SL skipper Dimuth Karunaratne, having dismissed him twice in five innings. 88 of Afridi's 99 Test wickets have come in opening spells.

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Spin challenge for Mathews

Veteran Angelo Mathews faces the spin challenge from Pakistan's Mohammad Nawaz. Mathews has been dismissed by left-arm spinners 27 times in 92 innings, averaging 45.11.

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Azam's tussle against Jayasuriya

In last year's Test series against SL, Babar Azam scored 271 runs, while Prabath Jayasuriya dismissed him thrice. He is the fastest spinner to claim 50 Test wickets.

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Sarfaraz's quest against Mendis

Sarfaraz Ahmed's role in this series will be vital. His ability to tackle spin will be crucial for Pakistan. Meanwhile, Ramesh Mendis has claimed 57 wickets in 12 Tests.

SL vs PAK Test series: Key battles