[4][5] In November 2023, Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) announced its international calendar for 2024 and confirmed the bilateral series.

[9] Ahead of the second Test, Sri Lanka drafted in Nishan Peiris as a replacement for Vishwa Fernando, who had a leg injury.

[16] On 11 November, Lockie Ferguson was ruled out of the ODI series with a calf injury, and Adam Milne named as his replacement.

[17] On 12 November, Wanindu Hasaranga was ruled out of the ODI series with a left hamstring injury, and Dushan Hemantha added to the squad.

[18][19] On 18 November, Sri Lanka added Nuwanidu Fernando, Lahiru Udara, and Eshan Malinga into the squad for the final ODI, giving rest to Kusal Mendis, Pathum Nissanka, Kamindu Mendis, and Asitha Fernando.