Sri Lanka Cricket s medical team is concerned about the new strain of COVID-19 that is believed to have emerged in England, but the upcoming Test series between England and Sri Lanka is unlikely to be affected. England and Sri Lanka are slated to lock horns in the two-match Test series, beginning January 14 in Galle. However, as per a report in ESPNCricinfo, additional medical protocols are likely to be in place for the Joe Root-led England side when they arrive in Sri Lanka. SLC s medical staff is expected to have discussions with their counterparts at the ECB on Tuesday and the focus of these discussions is now likely to be a new strain, and what precautions need to be taken.