With the goal of winning the ICC U19 World Cup 2020 in South Africa, Sri Lanka Cricket has roped in former Sri Lanka all-rounder Farveez Maharoof as the Manager of the Junior National Cricket team on a tour by tour basis.
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Maharoof, represented Sri Lanka in 22 Tests, 109 ODIs and 8 T20Is for a span of 13 years. He will function in a dual role as a Selector and Manager in U19 level.
“While functioning as a Manager, I will be able to share my experience with the players and guide the youngsters in the right path to achieve success and maintain their discipline. I will also be able to get a closer look at the players as well. “ Maharoof said to ThePapare.com.
Sri Lanka U19s will host Pakistan U19s in three youth ODIs and two youth Tests in Galle and Hambanthota from 2nd to 20th May.
The first four-day match will be in Galle, followed by the second game in Hambanthota. The first two 50-over games will be played in Hambanthota with both teams set to return to Galle for the final youth ODI.
