Jayawardene was a late replacement for the injured Sanath Jayasuriya; whilst not listed on the squad page, it is noted: "Afro-Asia Cup hit by more withdrawals". Cricinfo. 11 August 2005. Retrieved 5 July 2007.; and went on to take part in the 2nd ODI and 3rd ODI.
Jayawardene was a late replacement for the injured Sanath Jayasuriya; whilst not listed on the squad page, it is noted: "Afro-Asia Cup hit by more withdrawals". Cricinfo. 11 August 2005. Retrieved 5 July 2007.; and went on to take part in the 2nd ODI and 3rd ODI.