COLOMBO, SRI LANKA – In a match overshadowed by off-field scandal and a deepening crisis in form, Sri Lanka secured a gritty 19-run victory over England in the opening One-Day International at the R. Premadasa Stadium. While the scorecards will show a competitive battle, the headlines remain firmly fixed on England captain Harry Brook, who […]
In the ongoing Champions National Football League, Saunders SC and Pelicans SC have emerged as the dominant forces, maintaining their unbeaten streaks to lead Groups A and B, respectively. Group A: Saunders SC Takes the LeadSaunders SC solidified their position at the top of Group A following a commanding 3-0 victory over Java Lane SC,
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DHAKA/DUBAI – The cricketing world is teetering on the edge of a diplomatic meltdown as the International Cricket Council (ICC) reportedly issued a brutal “play or perish” ultimatum to the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB). In a move that has sent shockwaves through the sport, Dhaka has been given until today (January 21) to agree to
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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 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 Lanka Cricket has announced the appointment of Lasith Malinga as Consultant – Fast Bowling Coach for the National Men’s Team. The former Sri Lanka pace spearhead will serve in a short-term role of one month, from 15 December to 25 January 2026, as part of the team’s preparations for the ICC Men’s T20 World
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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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The newly shaped Football Champions League 2025 commenced yesterday in grand style, officially marking the beginning of a transformative chapter for the sport in Sri Lanka. The league, which is Sri Lanka’s premier domestic football tournament featuring top-tier clubs, launched with two thrilling opening fixtures held at the Racecourse Grounds in Colombo. The opening match
India A bowed out of the Rising Stars Asia Cup 2025 cricket tournament in the semi-finals after a loss against Bangladesh A in a Super Over at the West End Park International Cricket Stadium in Doha, Qatar, on Friday. Bangladesh, sent in to bat first, put up a formidable total of 194/6 on the board in their 20
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