'Everyone knows how to play on a green wicket': Kusal Mendis backs Sri Lanka batters to tackle Pakistan's pace challenge

Sri Lanka captain Kusal Mendis expressed confidence in his team's batting lineup ahead of the opening Test match against Pakistan in Rawalpindi on Monday. After more than a month of preparation and training in Pakistan, Mendis highlighted the squad's bowling strength and overall balance as key assets. He also acknowledged the warm hospitality and security arrangements provided by the Pakistan Cricket Board during the tour.