Samarawickrama and bowlers earn Sri Lanka hard fought win over Bangladesh
Sri Lanka recorded a hard fought, yet thrilling 21-run win against Bangladesh in an Asia Cup Super Four match played at the R. Premadasa Stadium yesterday. Although there were predictions of late evening showers, the weather gods withheld the rains, helping Sri Lanka extend its winning streak to 13—the second-best for most consecutive wins behind [...]
Sri Lanka names provisional WC squad
Wanindu Hasaranga, Dushmantha Chameera and Dilshan Madushanka have been named in Sri Lanka’s 15-man provisional squad for next month’s Cricket World Cup despite injury concerns. All three were withdrawn from the ongoing Asia Cup and are currently in rehabilitation due to injuries they sustained during the Lanka Premier League (LPL) tournament in August. They are [...]
Azam says Pakistan has advantage ahead of India clash
COLOMBO, Sept 9, 2023 (AFP): Pakistan skipper Babar Azam said Saturday his side will have an edge over India in their Asia Cup Super 4 clash, with a bowling line-up ready to win matches and tournaments. The arch-rivals meet again in Colombo on Sunday after their group match was abandoned due to rain, which has [...]
Englishwomen crush Lankan lasses by 7 wickets
England Women thrashed Sri Lanka Women by 7 wickets in the first of the three One Day Internationals in Durham on Saturday. Chasing a moderate target of 107, the Englishwomen reached home after losing three wickets, with 32 overs remaining from their allotted number of overs. Openers Emma Lamb and Tammy Beaumont raced towards the [...]
Seven-try Italy thrash Namibia in World Cup opener
SAINT-ÉTIENNE, France, Sept 9, 2023 (AFP): Italy cruised to a seven-try bonus-point 52-8 victory over Namibia in their Rugby World Cup Pool ‘A’ opener in Saint-Etienne on Saturday. Star wing Ange Capuozzo was amongst the try scorers, with Lorenzo Cannone, Paolo Garbisi, Dino Lamb, Epalahame Faiva, Manuel Zuliani and Paolo Odogwu also dotting down, while [...]
Sri Lanka’s Yuhansa, Ajhesh emerge champions
Local stars Yuhansa Peiris and Ajhesh Kajan emerged champions of the Girls and Boys ATF Under-14 Week 2 Tennis Tournament, coming out victorious in the two finals played in the afternoon session at the SLTA courts in Greenpath, Colombo yesterday. The pair won their matches with ease which in fact battles were between four players [...]
Football Sri Lanka – even VAR may not resolve the many factional differences
On Monday, August 28, 2023, the FIFA Secretary General Fatma Samoura informed the Football Federation of Sri Lanka (FFSL) that the suspension had been lifted on condition that the elections are held on September 29, 2023, as per the newly adopted statutes of September 22, 2022 and the gazette notification of July 24, 2023, issued [...]
Australia beat Georgia 35-15 in their World Cup opener
PARIS, Sept 9, 2023 (AFP) – Australia beat Georgia 35-15 on Saturday in their opening match of the Rugby World Cup and recorded their first win in six games under coach Eddie Jones. Ben Donaldson scored 25 of the Wallabies’ points and Jordan Petaia and Mark Nawaqanitawase added a try each in the Pool C [...]
Sexton sets new mark as Irish thrash Romania
BORDEAUX, Sept 9, 2023 (AFP): Irish captain Johnny Sexton scored 24 points to make a spectacular return after a near six month absence becoming Ireland’s record World Cup points scorer in a sparkling 82-8 victory. Sexton scored two of Ireland’s 12 tries as the world’s top ranked team recovered from the shock of an early [...]
Seven-try Italy thrash Namibia
SAINT-ÉTIENNE, France, Sept 9, 2023 (AFP): Italy cruised to a seven-try bonus-point 52-8 victory over Namibia in their Rugby World Cup Pool ‘A’ opener in Saint-Etienne on Saturday. Star wing Ange Capuozzo was amongst the try scorers, with Lorenzo Cannone, Paolo Garbisi, Dino Lamb, Epalahame Faiva, Manuel Zuliani and Paolo Odogwu also dotting down, while [...]
Ramos guides France past All Blacks in thrilling Rugby World Cup opener
PARIS, Sept 8, 2023 (AFP): Fullback Thomas Ramos kicked 17 points to help France to a thrilling 27-13 victory over New Zealand in Friday’s opening game of the Rugby World Cup. Ramos kicked five penalites and a conversion at a sold-out Stade de France as the hosts, leading contenders for the title, started the tournament [...]
Confidence and fearlessness paying off — coach Ratnayake
Women’s cricket in Sri Lanka is making strides after the takeover of former Sri Lanka fast bowler Rumesh Ratnayake, who is considered a ‘man of his words’. As a coach, working previously at different positions with the Sri Lanka Men’s National cricket team, Ratnayake always made sure the environment would be challenging, positive and constructive. [...]
Peterites aiming League repeat as title holders Isipathana seek revenge
The curtains of the Under-19 Inter-Schools Rugby Season will come down with the final clash for the Dialog Schools Rugby Knockout title between reigning league champions St. Peter’s College and defending champions Isipathana College, as they clash for the second time this season. The Knockouts final played for the President’s Trophy, is scheduled to be [...]
New revelations in Senanayake’s alleged match-fixing involvement
Former Sri Lanka cricketer Sachithra Senanayake, now in remand custody over his alleged attempt to entice two players of the Colombo Kings franchise in the Lanka Premier League to indulge in corrupt practices during the inaugural edition, has acted as the local agent of a batting syndicate, the Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court heard on Wednesday. [...]
Junior shuttlers’ outstanding success at Badminton Asia Regional Championships
In a display of exceptional skill and determination, Sri Lanka badminton players showcased their prowess at the Badminton Asia (South Asia) Regional Championships 2023 (Individual Event) held in Kathmandu, Nepal. The championship, organised by the Badminton World Federation (BWF) and Badminton Asia Confederation, saw Sri Lanka’s shuttlers dominate the competition across various categories. The championship, [...]
St. Joseph Vaz College wins North Western Provincial Championship
St. Joseph Vaz College, Wennappuwa emerged champions of the North Western Provincial Games of the CBL Samaposha Provincial School Games 2023, held at the Albert Peiris Stadium in Wennappuwa. Kuliyapitiya Central secured the runner-up position, as both schools advanced to the national stage. Marking the beginning of the CBL Samaposha Provincial School Games 2023, the [...]
Gateway wins inaugural netball encounter against Ladies’
Gateway College beat Ladies’ College 33-14 at the inaugural netball encounter between the two schools played for the Nirmali Wickremesinghe Challenge Trophy, played at the Naval Base in Welisara. Following a closely fought first quarter, the Gateway girls got into a rhythm as the game progressed and continued to widen the margin during the three [...]
Ranindu Dilshan Liyanage attains International Master title
Ranindu Dilshan Liyanage earned the esteemed title of International Master (IM) after the conclusion of the 29th Abu Dhabi International Chess Festival – Masters’ event held in the UAE. With unwavering dedication and exceptional skill, Ranindu emerged as an ELO 2400+ player, marking his ascent to the ranks of International Masters. Notably, his performance in [...]
Kandy District U-13 Badminton Pool formed
As part of Sri Lanka Badminton (SLB) initiative to develop District Level Under-13 squads, another pool was formed in the Kandy district after a programme held at Chandrananda Buddhist School. The launch of the latest pool, which includes 30 young shuttlers, took place under the patronage of SLB President Rohan de Silva. This event was [...]
Youngsters impress at Inter-Club Badminton Championship
Yukthi Badminton Academy and Ramesh Badminton Academy clinched the Men’s and Women’s ‘A’ Division titles respectively at the Inter-Club Championships which saw over 500 participants in action during the weekend. Yukthi BA also clinched the Boys’ Under-19 title while Ramesh BA won the Girls’ Under-19 titles. The Boys’ Under-15 title was won by Danushka BA [...]
Damsara and Januki win National Chess titles
Damsara Bandara Rajanayake and Januki Alwis secured the main titles at the Junior and Girls National Chess Championships 2023 held at the Berrewaerts Royal College in Ampitiya, Kandy during August 18 to 21. Damsara won the Open title while Januki secured the Girls’ championship after commendable performances at the event organised by the Kandy District [...]
Final District squad formed in Polonnaruwa by SLB
In a move towards nurturing young talent, Sri Lanka Badminton (SLB) is gearing up to unveil a formidable squad of 100 prodigious shuttlers under the age of 13. This groundbreaking initiative aligns with President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s visionary directive to the Ministry of Sports during a recent tour of the Sports Complex in Diyagama. The final [...]
SpeedStar 2 — another thrilling experience
The second round of SpeedStar 2023 was concluded at the SpeedBay at Port City Colombo, providing an entertaining and thrilling karting experience for spectators, family members, and friends of the drivers. The first round of the SpeedStar Championship 2023 took place last April, organised by SpeedBay at Port City Colombo in collaboration with Ceylon Motor [...]