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“That Triggered Me”: Shreyas Iyer Reveals Taunt That Forced Him To Change

BY SANDHYA DISSANAYAKE , ATTORNEY-AT-LAW Shreyas Iyer’s “Prove Them Wrong” Mindset Paying Off Shreyas Iyer is enjoying a major transformation in his career, emerging as one of the most consistent middle-order batters in limited-overs cricket and a key leader for Punjab Kings Once criticized for his handling of short-pitched bowling, Iyer has turned that weakness […]

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

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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Janashakthi Life strengthens school cricket legacy through Battle of the Hindus partnership

Janashakthi Life, a leading name in the insurance industry and a flagship brand of JXG (Janashakthi Group), served as the Title Partner for the 15th edition of the Battle of the Hindus, as Hindu College Colombo and Jaffna Hindu College renewed their proud school cricket rivalry, bringing together students, old boys, and supporters in celebration

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

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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Golden Homecoming: Sri Lankan Shuttler Nadeesha Gayanthi Triumphs at All England Seniors

Sri Lankan badminton star Nadeesha Gayanthi received a hero’s welcome at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) this morning after a dominant performance at the 108th All England Senior Badminton Championship. Gayanthi returned home today, April 15, via Emirates flight EK-650, carrying both a gold and a silver medal from the prestigious international tournament held in London.

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Battle for the Olympic Throne: Four-Way Showdown Ignites as Nominations Close

A high-stakes power struggle has gripped the National Olympic Committee of Sri Lanka (NOCSL), as four heavyweights prepare to battle for the presidency. The race officially crystallized yesterday afternoon following the closure of nominations, setting the stage for a dramatic shift in the country’s sporting leadership. The incumbent leadership faces a significant internal fracture: three

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KANDY CRUSHED: ENGLAND SPINS A WEB OVER CLUELESS LIONS

PALLEKELE – In a performance that bordered on the sadistic, England’s “spin-experiment” turned the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium into a graveyard for Sri Lankan ambitions. Despite a middling batting display, Harry Brook’s men dismantled the co-hosts by defending a meager 146, leaving the local crowd in a stunned, funereal silence. The Great Pallekele Heist England’s

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“Wrong Match, Bro!”: Indian Fan Caught Sneaking Into SL vs Zim With Old IPL Ticket

COLOMBO — Security officials at the R. Premadasa Stadium were left scratching their heads today after an Indian national was detained for attempting to watch a T20 World Cup clash with a ticket for a match taking place over 1,500 kilometers away—and a year late. The unnamed fan, reportedly a die-hard cricket enthusiast from India,

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Nissanka’s Century Stuns Australia as Sri Lanka Storm into Super Eights

PALLEKELE – Pathum Nissanka produced a masterclass in power-hitting to guide Sri Lanka to a dominant 8-wicket victory over Australia at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. The win officially secures Sri Lanka’s spot in the Super Eight stage of the 2026 T20 World Cup, while leaving the Australians on the brink of a shock early

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