Atapattu takes over from Tillakaratne

Marvan Atapattu has, as expected, been named as Sri Lanka's new Test captain. The 33-year-old Atapattu took over the one-day leadership 12 months ago but will now inherit control of the Test team too after the resignation of Hashan Tillakaratne following Sri Lanka's 3-0 whitewash by Australia.

Atapattu's first assignment will be a tour to Zimbabwe in April and May, during which they will play five ODIs and two Tests. Atapattu's deputy will be named later, but Mahela Jayawardene, the current one-day vice-captain, is expected to be appointed.

Atapattu's appointment is subject to ratification by the government, in accordance with Sri Lanka's sports law.