Skipper Asalanka and bowlers help Sri Lanka daze Kiwi challenge
Skipper Charith Asalanka’s unbeaten knock of 35 helped Sri Lanka to record a hard-fought 4-wicket win against New Zealand in the first T20 encounter played under floodlights at the Rangiri Dambulla Stadium yesterday. With the win the hosts take a 1-0 lead of the two-match series. Skipper Asalanka’s knock, which came off 28 balls, largely [...]
Govt. recommends India not to travel to Pakistan for Champions Trophy
India has decided not to send its cricket team to Pakistan for next year’s Champions Trophy, following advice from the Indian government, ESPNcricinfo has reported. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has reportedly informed the International Cricket Council (ICC) that the Indian government has recommended against the team’s participation in the tournament, [...]
England cricket great Botham hails Hughes for Aussie croc rescue
London, United Kingdom, AFP: England cricket great Ian Botham said he was “nearly catch of the day” after being pulled out of crocodile infested waters by his former Ashes rival Merv Hughes while on a fishing trip in Australia. The pair were among a group on a boat on the Moyle River in northern Australia [...]
Australia beat England 42-37 in Twickenham thriller
Twickenham, United Kingdom, AFP: Max Jorgensen’s extra-time try saw Australia to a stunning 42-37 win over England at Twickenham on Saturday. It looked as if a see-saw match would end in defeat for the Wallabies when England lock Maro Itoje went over for a try five minutes from time to help edge England 37-35 ahead [...]
IPG leaves unpaid crew members, commentators in limbo
The Sri Lanka cricket team has experienced a resurgence in recent months, with strong performances on the field. However, those who bring the action to viewers watching from the comfort of their homes–production crew and local commentators–have been left in limbo, awaiting payment for their work. According to multiple sources from the team working for [...]
Sri Lanka stickers at Masters World Cup in Auckland
The Sri Lanka Masters hockey team departed for Auckland, New Zealand, to represent the nation at the Masters Hockey World Cup 2024, taking place November from 6 to 16 at the prestigious National Hockey Centre in North Harbour. This global event, featuring teams from 26 countries, offers Sri Lanka a significant opportunity to compete on [...]
Premier meets new ICC Senior Officials
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya recently met with key figures from the International Cricket Council (ICC) Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU), including Sumathi Dharmawardena, President’s Counsel, the newly appointed Independent Chair of the ICC ACU, and Alex Marshall,General Manager of Integrity and Human Resources, ICC. While congratulating Dharmawardena on his new appointment with the ICC, the Premier [...]
Samson ton leads India to T20 win against South Africa
Durban, South Africa, AFP: Sanju Samson slammed a second successive Twenty20 international century to set up a 61-run win for India in the first of four matches against South Africa at Kingsmead in Durban on Friday. Opening batter Samson hit 10 sixes and seven fours in a spectacular innings of 107 off 50 balls in [...]
England cricket great Botham hails Hughes for Aussie croc rescue
London, United Kingdom, AFP: England cricket great Ian Botham said he was “nearly catch of the day” after being pulled out of crocodile infested waters by his former Ashes rival Merv Hughes while on a fishing trip in Australia. The pair were among a group on a boat on the Moyle River in northern Australia [...]
Govt. recommends India not to travel to Pakistan for Champions Trophy
India has decided not to send its cricket team to Pakistan for next year’s Champions Trophy, following advice from the Indian government, ESPNcricinfo has reported. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has reportedly informed the International Cricket Council (ICC) that the Indian government has recommended against the team’s participation in the tournament, [...]
Our direction to win the HK title was clear-Skipper Madushanka
When Sri Lanka clinched the Hong Kong Sixes title for the second time last weekend, after a lapse of 17 years, Lahiru Madushanka and his group of merry men managed to change the scope of the 32-year-old competition, which was meant to be more of an entertainment than competition. Of course, known to be the [...]
Will it be a clean pass or another blind-side maneuover–rugby fraternity awaits after court ruling
The ruling issued by the Court of Appeal, directing the Director General of Sports to terminate his attempt to amend the Constitution of Sri Lanka Rugby (SLR) comes as a welcome sign to many in the fraternity. The ruling favours a constituted Annual General Meeting or an Election, as sought by the rugby stakeholders, notably [...]
Appealing exhibition of belief, courage, skill, tactics, sweat and dedication
The WTA tennis elites Images of the eight WTA finalist in Riyadh, from November 2, exhibits and asserts the appeal of women tennis players. Every performing strait of theirs, certify best of development effort, dedication and character. They are encouraging lead to future players and unmistakable visual advice to becoming a tennis player. I see [...]
Court of Appeal halts DG of making constitutional amendment to constitution
The Court of Appeal issued a ruling preventing the Sri Lanka Rugby (SLR) Annual General Meeting from being held with the interest of making amendments to its constitution. Seven Provincial Rugby Unions, namely Western, Uva, Central, Southern, Eastern, North Central and North Western had filed a petition appealing to prevent the SLR AGM from taking [...]
Entries called for 72nd Badminton Nationals
Entries are now being accepted for the 72nd National Badminton Championships which is scheduled to be held from December 1 to 8 at three key venues in Colombo. Organised by Sri Lanka Badminton (SLB), the eight-day core domestic championship is slotted to take place at the Mercantile Badminton Association (MBA) Indoor Courts, the Otter Aquatic [...]
Maliyadeva GS emerge netball queens as 31st Milo Schools Championship concludes
Maliyadeva Girls School, Kurunegala emerged victorious at the 31st Sri Lanka Schools Netball Championship that concluded on Wednesday at the Uyanwatte Stadium in Matara. On their way to create a new dominance in schools netball, Maliyadeva GS won three age categories – the Under-19, Under-15 and Under-13, as they swept the board dethroning the stronghold [...]
St. Sylvester’s dominates Stubbs Shield with fourth consecutive title and 18th overall win
St. Sylvester’s College, Kandy, reinforced its supremacy in school boxing by clinching the Stubbs Shield for the fourth consecutive year and the 18th time overall in the 105th Stubbs Shield Inter-School Boxing Championship held at the Royal MAS Arena. The Sylvestrians showcased a formidable performance, capturing four gold and two silver medals in the finals. [...]
S. Thomas’ and Gateway commence annual TT encounter
The inaugural table tennis encounter between S. Thomas’ College and Gateway College took place on October 18 at the S. Thomas’ Sports Complex in Mt. Lavinia. This highly anticipated event showcased remarkable talent, perseverance, and balanced performance, with each school winning in two age categories. Organised and hosted by S. Thomas’, the encounter highlighted a [...]