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History Maker: Record-Breaking Messi Smashes Hat-Trick to Equal World Cup Goal Record

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KANSAS CITY — Lionel Messi kicked off Argentina’s World Cup defence in spectacular fashion on Tuesday, marking a record-breaking sixth tournament appearance with his first-ever FIFA World Cup hat-trick. The masterclass spearheaded a comfortable 3-0 victory over Algeria and vaulted the 38-year-old forward into the history books as the joint-highest scorer in World Cup history. […]

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LPL Organizers Donate LKR 650,000 to Sri Lanka Netball Federation For Sports Development

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BY KARUPPIAH RAMAKRISHNAN In a significant boost for women’s sports in the country, the organizers of the Lanka Premier League (LPL) officially donated a sum of LKR 650,000 to the Sri Lanka Netball Federation (SLNF). The financial contribution is aimed at accelerating the development and training infrastructure of netball across the island. The official cheque

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JASWAR UMAR CRUSHES OPPOSITION: ALL OBJECTIONS DUMPED AS OLYMPIC BID GAINS UNSTOPPABLE MOMENTUM

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In a massive blow to his detractors, Jaswar Umar, President of the Football Federation of Sri Lanka, has cleared the final hurdle in his race for the National Olympic Committee of Sri Lanka (NOCSL) Presidency. The Independent Election Committee has officially rejected all objections filed against his candidacy, effectively tossing the opposition’s claims into the

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Ceylon Masters International Badminton Championship 2026

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The Prospectus for the Ceylon Masters International Badminton Championship 2026 has now been released and is available for viewing on the ceylonmasters.lk, website. The event is due to take place from 25 to 29 June 2026 at St. Josephs College Badminton Sports Complex.A galaxy of Badminton Masters Players are due to participate, and Ceylon Masters

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The Benedictine Hegemony: St. Benedict’s Makes it Five-in-a-Row as Wesley’s Luke Shield Jinx Continues

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The “Luke Shield” might be a shared tradition, but the trophy itself seems to have found a permanent permanent residence at Kotahena. On Saturday, April 11, 2026, St. Benedict’s College extended their ruthless dominance over Wesley College, clinching a four-wicket victory at the Singhalese Sports Club (SSC) grounds and maintaining a 100% win record since

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A New Era or a Divided House? Damayanthi Jayathilaka Sweeps Netball Elections Amidst Landslide Victory

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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

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Netball’s ‘Family Feud’ or Fixed Fight? Legendary Asia Cup Captain Enters the Fray Amid Nethicumara’s Power Play

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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

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Sri Lanka’s Olympic Body Faces Leadership Crisis as Member Federations Alert IOC

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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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“England’s Injury List Grows, Bashir and Potts Get the SOS Call for Sydney Test”

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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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“Minister of Sports Sunil Kumara Gamage Extends New Year Wishes: A Year of Unity, Resilience, and Sporting Excellence for Sri Lanka”

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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

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