England's cricket team will be without captain Jos Buttler for the upcoming third One Day International (ODI) against Sri Lanka. The announcement, confirmed by team management, did not provide specific details regarding the reason for his absence, though it has been officially classified as a ruling-out of the player for this specific fixture.

In response to the vacancy, selectors have called up Surrey’s Dan Lawrence to join the squad. Lawrence, a versatile batsman, will provide cover for the team as they prepare for the final match of the series. The team has not yet announced who will take over the captaincy duties in Buttler's absence, nor have they provided a timeline for his return to the playing XI. The match remains a significant fixture for England as they look to conclude the series against the touring Sri Lankan side.