Chehan, Malsha, Dinura hit tons in drawn match
Tons by Chehan Subasinghe and skipper Malsha Tharupathi for Richmond, along with skipper Dinura Kalupahana for Mahinda, were the highlights of the drawn 119th Lovers’ Quarrel big match between Richmond College and Mahinda College concluded at the Galle International Stadium yesterday. Subasinghe scored a century with five boundaries, while skipper Tharupathi slammed a quick-fire 111 [...]
S. Thomas’ regain Mustangs Trophy
Half tons by Sadev Soysa and Thisen Eheliyagoda laid the foundation for S. Thomas’ College’s 30-run win over traditional rivals Royal College in the annual 47th Mustangs Trophy limited over encounter played at the SSC ground yesterday. Soysa, scoring 65 off 70 deliveries with five boundaries and a six, alongside Avinash Fernando, provided a sturdy [...]
Match fizzles out to a drab draw
The 105th Battles of the Blues in Kandy between St. Anthony’s College and Trinity College ended in a drab draw at Asgiriya yesterday. Having resumed day two on 232 for the loss of nine wickets, St. Anthony’s were bowled out for 249 facing 89 overs with Thisara Ekanayake making a top score of 63. Trinity, [...]
Galle crush Kandy inside three days
Galle recorded a crushing 10-wicket win over Kandy with a day and a half to spare in the 4-day National Super League tournament encounter concluded at the Sooriyawewa Stadium yesterday. Entering the field on to the third day with a commanding lead from the first innings, Galle aimed for their third outright win, a feat [...]
Jaffna coast to convincing win against Colombo
Hindu College, Jaffna coasted to a convincing innings and 100-run win over Hindu College, Colombo in the Battle of the Hindus cricket encounter concluded at Jaffna yesterday. On the second day of play, Hindu Jaffna, starting their innings at 160 for 4 in response to their opponent’s 80 runs, went on to declare at 240 [...]
Hasaranga’s rollercoaster journey as a bowler
Wanindu Hasaranga on Friday delivered an impressive performance, claiming figures of 4 for 45 in the ODI match against Bangladesh. This was his best bowling performance in ODIs against Bangladesh, contributing significantly to Sri Lanka’s victory in a closely contested game that leveled the ongoing three-match series. It was a remarkable turnaround for Hasaranga, who [...]
28 years since Sri Lanka triumphed the World Cup
On this day in 1996, under the captaincy of Arjuna Ranatunga, the Sri Lankan cricket team achieved a remarkable feat by clinching the World Cup title, defeating Australia in the final match. Throughout the tournament, the Sri Lankan team, known as the Lankan Lions, showcased stellar performances, notably defeating England and India in the quarterfinals [...]
SIU investigate fixing claims at Legends League
The Special Investigation Unit (SIU) for Preventing Sports Offences is currently investigating claims made by two retired cricketers that they were pressured into engaging in corrupt practices during the ongoing Legend Cricket League—a seven-team cricket tournament in Kandy featuring retired international cricketers. The tournament began at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on March 8 with [...]
Aaqib Javed take charge as Sri Lanka Fast Bowling Coach
Former Pakistan paceman Aaqib Javed has been appointed as the national team Fast Bowling Coach by Sri Lanka Cricket up until the conclusion of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, slated to be held in the West Indies and USA in June. Javed played 163 ODIs and 22 Test matches for Pakistan, and boasts a [...]
Jaffna Central record ninth series win
Jaffna Central College made amends for their 10-wicket defeat in 117th Battle of the North to traditional rivals St. John’s College by recording a 4-wicket win in the 21st Battle of the North Limited Over encounter played at the Jaffna Central ground yesterday. Batting first, St. John’s were bowled out for paltry 116 runs and [...]
FFSL proposes massive salary hike for employees
Following an Emergency Executive Committee meeting of the Football Federation of Sri Lanka (FFSL) last week, which was meant to discuss and approve matters related to the forthcoming FIFA Series 2024, the football hierarchy is attempting another ‘out of norm’ move the Sunday Times learns. With many matters pending related to the FFSL elected administrators, [...]
Hameed Al Husseinie and Mahajana College claim Renown President’s Trophy Schools U-18 titles
The Finals of the Renown President’s Trophy All-Island Schools Under-18 Football Championship where Hameed Al Husseinie College emerged victorious beating Zahira College 4-2 amidst a large crowd thronging the Sugathadasa Stadium. Hameed Al Husseinie, avenging their 0-6 loss against Zahira last season, recorded an emphatic win after leading 4-1 at half time. More than 5000 [...]
Muscle Max Top 10 sets the bar higher
Muscle Max Fitness Kingdom and Iron Arms, two of the leading gyms in Kelaniya, have joined forces to present Muscle Max Sri Lanka Top 10 2024, which is poised to transform bodybuilding tournaments in Sri Lanka. An exclusive bodybuilding extravaganza, the event is organised with the esteemed support of the Body Building Federation of Sri [...]
Fraud Bureau investigate on forged signature
The Colombo Fraud Bureau has instigated an investigation following a complaint made by a member of the Selection Committee of Sri Lanka Hockey Federation (SLHF), who claimed that her signature was forged to a document that sanctioned a national Masters’ Hockey team for an international tournament. Thanujani Yapa from Avissawella, a member of the SLHF [...]
Galle Marvels and Moratu Marvels launched in grand style
Sri Lanka’s capital witnessed the launch of the newly announced franchise of Lanka Premier League (LPL) fifth edition for the region of Galle renamed Galle Marvels during a launch held at the Shangri-La in Colombo. The event was graciously conducted amid the presence of the Sports Minister of Sri Lanka Harin Fernando, Chairman of Tournament [...]
Dharmaraja has the edge, Kingswood seeking win
Dharmaraja College The oldest big match in the hill capital gets into action when traditional rivals Dharmaraja College and Kingswood College clash each other for the T.B. Tennekoon Challenge Trophy scheduled to be played on March 22 and 23 at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium slotted to get underway from 9.45a.m. on both days. This [...]
St. Joseph’s favoured, but St. Peter’s won’t be an easy nut to crack
St. Joseph’s College The highly anticipated event for both the young and old boys of St. Joseph’s College and St. Peter’s College, the annual Battle of Saints big match, is scheduled to be played on March 22 and 23 at the SSC, starting from 9.45a.m. onwards. This will mark the 90th encounter in the series. [...]
Junior shuttlers claim 9 golds and 6 silver at South Asia Regional Meet
Sri Lanka shuttlers claimed a record tally of nine gold medals and six silver medals at the South Asia Regional Junior Badminton Championship 2024 held in Islamabad,.Pakistan. Reaching all five finals of the Under-17 and Under-15 categories, the Lankan youngsters outsmarted their counterparts from Pakistan, Nepal and the Maldives to reach all 10 finals from [...]
Thurstan beat Isipathana in annual golf duel to equal win tally
Thurstanite Thushara Rupasinghe was aptly adjudged the champion golfer, as his team Thurstan College, bagged the Naomal Fernando Challenging Trophy at the 7th annual Battle of the Brothers Golf Encounter played against Isipathana College, held at the Royal Colombo Golf Club last weekend. With the win, Thurstan equaled the tally with three wins each, as [...]
Vavuniya phase of Milo Football Champs completed
The third phase of the Milo Football Champs 2024 of Northern Province, for the Under-10 and Under-12 age categories, was held in the Vavuniya District last weekend. This phase included a total of 32 teams with seven girls’ teams and 25 boys’ teams competing. Vavuniya Tamil Madhya Maha Vidyalaya emerged victorious from the boys’ Under-12 [...]
The Kinship at 90th Battle of the Saints
In the busting heart of Colombo, amidst the cheers and excitement of cricket fans, lies a haven of brotherhood and fellowship at the Kinship Tent, which will mark a historic milestone as the Old Boys’ Unions of St. Joseph’s College and St. Peter’s College join forces to erect the symbol of unity. Set against the [...]
13th annual U-20 TISSL Netball Frenzy — Teams clash in pursuit of glory
On February 6, the curtains lifted on the 13th Annual TISSL Inter-International Schools’ Under-20 Netball Tournament, which was graciously hosted by Ilma International Girls’ School at the Sugathadasa Indoor Stadium. The event drew together 15 TISSL affiliated schools from across the nation, promising a day of thrilling competition and camaraderie. The distinguished list of participating [...]
Royal Institute shine at All-Island Novices Aquatic Championship 2024
Royal Institute International School (RI) students dived into victory at the All-Island Novices Aquatic Championship 2024, organised by Sri Lanka Aquatic Sports Union (SLASU). The talented young swimmers showcased their skills and determination, bringing home numerous medals. The school who are incredibly proud of the hard work and dedication of their watersports team, also secured [...]