Australian One-Day International squad for Travelex tour of Sri Lanka

Cricket Australia today announced that the National Selection Panel (NSP) has chosen a 15-man squad for the five-match Travelex tour of Sri Lanka, beginning on Friday 20 February.

The squad is:

Michael Bevan, who has been sidelined with a fractured rib, and wicket-keeper/batsman Brad Haddin join the squad that took part in Australia's successful VB Series finals campaign.

Commenting on the players chosen, NSP Chairman Trevor Hohns said: "Playing in the sub-continent and taking on Sri Lanka presents a real challenge to this group, but we feel that 15 players will give us adequate depth and the necessary firepower to do the job.

"Michael Bevan's return to the squad following injury is welcomed, and we feel that a back-up wicket-keeper to support Adam Gilchrist is also necessary.

"Brad Haddin performed well when called into the squad during the VB Series and this touring experience should help in his overall development as a senior cricketer.

"In the pace-bowling department, we have included Michael Kasprowicz, who despite not playing during the two VB Series finals, is a proven performer on sub-continental wickets.

"His performance over a long period of time has been first-rate," he said.

The Australian squad for the three Test matches against Sri Lanka will be announced on Friday 20 February.