Ervine Injury Forces Zimbabwe Captain Out of ODI Series Against Sri Lanka; Williams to Lead

Zimbabwe captain Craig Ervine has been ruled out of the two-match ODI series against Sri Lanka due to a calf injury. In Ervine's absence, Sean Williams will lead Zimbabwe in the ODI series which begins today. Zimbabwe are yet to announce any replacement.

Ervine suffered a grade 2 strain in his left calf along with a chronic and resolving Grade I strain in his right calf on the eve of the match at the Harare Sports Club. It was confirmed by an MRI scan on Thursday (August 28).

Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka are slated to play two ODIs and three T20Is from August 29 to September 7. All five games will be played in Harare.