South Africa captain Faf du Plessis will miss the remaining two ODIs and the lone T20I against Sri Lanka after sustaining an injury to his right shoulder.
Du Plessis fell awkwardly while attempting a catch in the 10th over of the Sri Lankan innings during the third ODI on Sunday and immediately left the field for treatment. He was not able to return and will need up to six weeks to make a full recovery.
"Faf sustained an injury to one of the rotator cuff tendons in his right shoulder and will unfortunately be unavailable for the rest of the tour.
He will need a rehabilitation period of up to six weeks to make a full recovery. His return date back to South Africa will be confirmed in due course," Mohammed Moosajee, South Africa's team manager, who is also a medical doctor, said.
South Africa will name a replacement captain from within the squad, with no additional players to be added for the three matches. Quinton de Kock took over the leadership on Sunday and may be given the opportunity to captain again.
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