Sri Lanka tour of West Indies facing delay after two Covid-19 positives

Coach Mickey Arthur and opener Lahiru Thirimanne must now self-isolate for 10 days in line with government protocol

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Sri Lanka are seeking to push back the proposed tour of West Indies after two positive cases of Covid-19 surfaced in the group.

Coach Micky Arthur and opening batsman Lahiru Thirimanne must both self-isolate for 10 days after returning adverse results.

It comes after the entire 36-strong party, including players and coaching staff, underwent a round of PCR Tests on Tuesday (February 2).

The multi-format Caribbean tour was scheduled to get underway on February and is due to comprise of three T20s, three ODIs and two Tests.

While the tour is not yet in doubt, Sri Lanka are hopeful of pushing the matches back. West Indies, meanwhile, are currently in Bangladesh for a two-Test tour.

"Considering the current situation, SLC is exploring the possibility of rescheduling the Tour of West Indies, which was scheduled to commence on 20th Feb. 2021," a statement read.

"In the meantime, Sri Lanka Cricket will continue with normal operations, adhering to the stipulated Health Protocols in all its centers."