The Sri Lanka Netball Association (SLNA) elections have concluded with a result that signals a massive shift in the sport’s internal power dynamics. While the Presidential race saw a predictable change in leadership, it was the race for General Secretary that stole the headlines, as Damayanthi Jayathilaka delivered a crushing blow to her opposition, emerging […]
COLOMBO – As the Netball Federation of Sri Lanka (NFSL) heads into its high-stakes election this morning, all eyes are on the Duncan White Auditorium. While the Nethicumara “mother-daughter” dynamic has dominated headlines, the real battle for the soul of the sport lies in the contest for the Secretary position, featuring one of the most
The National Olympic Committee of Sri Lanka (NOCSL) has plunged into a governance dispute following the expiration of its Executive Committee’s (Ex-Co) four-year mandate on December 27, 2025. Led by Football Sri Lanka (FFSL) President Jaswer Umar, a majority of national sports federations have officially petitioned the International Olympic Committee (IOC), arguing that the local
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Shoaib Bashir, Matthew Potts included in England squad for fifth Test vs Australia With Gus Atkinson joining Jofra Archer and Mark Wood on sidelines for England due to injury, spinner Shoaib Bashir and seamer Matthew Potts brought in; England 3-1 down ahead of final Test in Sydney from January 4; Australia retained Ashes following wins
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As we welcome the year 2026, I extend my heartfelt New Year greetings to all Sri Lankans. May hope guide us, unity strengthen us, and determination drive us forward. Let this year be one of resilience, achievement, and shared prosperity for every citizen across our beloved nation. In this new year, let us also celebrate
Sri Lanka Rugby (SLR) announced yesterday that it will introduce foreign referees for the Super Round and implement major officiating reforms, a move aimed at ensuring neutrality, match integrity, and player safety during the decisive stages of the domestic season. The announcement has sparked debate among local clubs and fans, raising questions about the readiness
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Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) confirmed on Monday (29) that construction of the Jaffna International Cricket Stadium (JICS) in Mandaitivu, Jaffna, is progressing steadily and in line with planned timelines, reaffirming the Government’s commitment to developing world-class sports infrastructure in the Northern Province. In a media release, SLC stated that construction work at the venue had
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Sri Lankan table tennis has reached a historic high as Taavi Samaraweera, a schoolboy from S. Thomas’ College, Mt. Lavinia, officially claimed the World No. 1 position in the latest ITTF Under-11 Boys’ Rankings. This remarkable achievement marks the first time in history that a Sri Lankan player—across any age group or gender—has reached the
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Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has announced that all revenue generated from the upcoming Twenty20 International series against Pakistan will be donated to the ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund. The decision was taken by the Sri Lanka Cricket Executive Committee as part of its commitment to support the Government’s recovery and reconstruction programme, following the widespread damage
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Opener Hasini Perera (65) and Imesha Dulani (50) struck impressive maiden T20I half-centuries, but their efforts were not enough as India defeated Sri Lanka Women by 15 runs to complete a 5–0 whitewash in the fifth and final Women’s T20I at Thiruvananthapuram. India dominated the series in emphatic fashion, registering their first-ever 5–0 T20I series
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