India announce squad for T20 World Cup

The Senior Selection Committee on Tuesday picked India’s 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, which will be hosted in the West Indies and USA.

Archer named in England’s T20 World Cup squad

Jofra Archer has been recalled to the England squad for their defence of the T20 World Cup in the Caribbean and United States in June.

South Africa announce T20 World Cup 2024 squad

South Africa named their 15-man squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 on Tuesday, 30 April.

Independent three-member inquiry board appointed: SLAMS

The Sri Lanka Automobile Sports (SLAMS) today appointed a three-member independent board of inquiry to investigate into the tragedy at the Fox Hill Supercross Motor Racing Event on April 21.

Asia Rugby Division 1 Championship begins tomorrow

Colombo is set to witness an exhilarating clash of talents as the Asia Rugby (AR) Division 1 Championship will kick-off at the Racecourse Grounds tomorrow.

Over 500 overseas players registered for LPL 2024

The fifth edition of the Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2024 has seen interest from over 500 players from overseas, ready to take the field in the upcoming edition.

Billy Vunipola ‘tasered twice’ during arrest in Spanish bar

Saracens and England rugby player, who allegedly threatened staff and customers with bottles and chairs, reportedly had to be sedated

Sahan Arachchige to lead Sri Lanka ‘A’

All-rounder Sahan Arachchige has been selected to lead the Sri Lanka ‘A’ Team against the visiting Afghanistan ‘A’ Team during their five-match unofficial one-day series and in the only four-day encounter.

Dates confirmed for 78th Bradby Shield

The dates for the 78th Bradby Shield rugby encounter between the traditional rivals Trinity College and Royal College have been confirmed.

SLAS appoints independent committee for investigation

While the Sri Lanka Army is conducting an inquiry, a three-member independent committee headed by a Senior President’s Counsel has been appointed by Sri Lanka Automobile Sports (SLAS) to conduct an inquiry into the tragic incident that occurred during the Fox Hill Super Cross 2024 event in Diyatalawa.

Pakistan lose key players for last two T20Is against New Zealand

Pakistan have been dealt with more injury blows in the ongoing T20I series against New Zealand at home.

Is Chamari Athapaththu Sri Lanka’s greatest cricketer ever?

Chamari Athapaththu’s historical 195 against South Africa last week saw her claiming the top spot of ICC Women’s ODI Batting Rankings on Tuesday.

Sri Lanka secures third spot in South Asian Kurash Championship 2024

Sri Lanka clinched the third position in the South Asian Kurash Championship held from April 19th to 21st in Cochin, Kerala, India. The championship, which saw participation from five nations, witnessed intense bouts and strategic maneuvers as athletes vied for supremacy in the ancient Central Asian sport.

Athapaththu back atop ICC Women’s ODI Batting Rankings

Sri Lanka captain Chamari Athapaththu is back at the top of the ICC Women’s ODI Batting Rankings after a superb 195 not out in the third ODI against South Africa in Potchefstroom that helped her team level the ICC Women’s Championship Series 1-1.

Army forms committee to probe Diyatalawa Fox Hill Supercross accident

The Sri Lanka Army has decided to appoint a special investigation committee consisting of 07 senior officers chaired by a Major General to probe the accident that occurred during the Diyatalawa Fox Hill Supercross.

Indian cricket manager indicted for Legend Cricket League match-fixing allegations

The Attorney General’s Department informed court today that an indictment has been filed before the Colombo High Court against an Indian cricket manager over match-fixing allegations during the Legend Cricket League 2024.

Peter’s beat Royal to claim championship

St. Peter’s College stamped their class when they beat Royal College 10-5 in the Dialog Schools Rugby Sevens 2024 final, which was worked off at the Royal Sports Complex today.

Racing event tragedy leaves seven dead including eight-year-old child

The Fox Hill Super Cross 2024 racing event, held in Diyatalawa today (21), turned tragic as a race car veered off the track, resulting in the deaths of seven individuals including an eight-year-old child and leaving over 20 others hospitalized with injuries.

Hardik fined Rs 12 lakh for violating IPL code of conduct after win over Punjab Kings

Hardik Pandya scored 10 runs off six balls against Punjab Kings in the 33rd match of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season 17. He also conceded 33 runs in his four overs and picked up a solitary wicket.

Chamari Athapaththu sets big goal for T20 World Cup

After record knock in Potchefstroom, Sri Lankan captain reveals ambitions for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024

How does CSK get best out of Pathirana?

Sri Lanka fast bowler Matheesha Pathirana delivered another match-winning performance for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on Sunday when they defeated Mumbai Indians fairly comfortably.

Mendis, Mathews move up in ICC Test Rankings

Sri Lanka all-rounder Kamindu Mendis and former Captain Angelo Mathews have progressed in the ICC Men’s Test Player Rankings after contributing to their team’s 192-run victory in Chattogram that helped complete a 2-0 win in the ICC World Test Championship series against Bangladesh.

Security raised for Champions League ties after threat

Security will be increased at Champions League games this week after a media outlet supporting the Islamic State group published threats against venues.

SLA target four events at Paris Olympic Games

Sri Lanka Athletic (SLA) is optimistic they will qualify to participate in at least four events at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, SLA President Major General Palitha Fernando (Retired) said.

Chamodi, Dewmi spins Sri Lanka U19 Women to big win

The Sri Lanka U19 Women’s left and right arm spin pair Chamodi Munasinghe and Dewmi Wijeratne wrecked the England U19 Women batting to guide the side to a big 108 run win in the U19 Women’s Tri Nation ODI encounter played at the Galle Internatinal Stadium.

Amir, Wasim return to Pakistan national team

Having reversed their decisions of retiring from international cricket, fast bowler Mohammad Amir and left-arm spinner Imad Wasim were recalled to the 17-member Pakistan Squad for the five-match Twenty20I series against New Zealand, starting on April 18.

Viyaskanth replaces Hasaranga in Sunrisers Squad for IPL 2024

Sunrisers Hyderabad have signed Sri Lankan leggie Vijayakanth Viyaskanth as replacement for Wanindu Hasaranga for the remainder of IPL 2024.

World Netball bans transgender women from international competition

World Netball has banned transgender women from competing in women’s international competition.

Sri Lanka captain quashes retirement speculation; sets sight on T20 World Cup Qualifiers

Sri Lanka Women’s team captain Chamari Athapaththu has cleared the air about her future in international cricket.

Sri Lanka lock horns with India on April 30

The Asia Rugby (AR) Men’s 15-A-Side Division 1 Championship 2024 will commence on April 30 at the Racecourse Grounds in Colombo.