Sri Lankan fast bowler Lasith Malinga has been ruled out of the five match ODI series against Pakistan. 

Cricket Selections Committee Chairman Graemme Labroy confirmed the decision, last evening.

It is speculated that Malinga's mediocre performance during the five match ODI series in India may have been the reason for the decision. 

The 34 year old fast bowler has represented Sri Lanka in 204 ODIs, taking 301 wickets.