Dhananjaya de Silva out for two weeks

27 Dec 2020

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The 30-year-old de Silva had to be taken off the field following, what was later diagnosed as, a thigh injury.

Dhananjaya de Silva to be taken for ultrasound scans

26 Dec 2020

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’’It looks like he has a thigh strain. At present he is being treated at the ground but after the match will be taken for ultrasound scans and the reports only will decide his fate in the Test,’’ de Mel said during the tea break.

Sri Lanka to bat in first SA Test, Hasaranga to debut

26 Dec 2020

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Lakmal ruled out of first Test

25 Dec 2020

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’’He failed the fitness tests and will not be playing the first Test,’’ Team Manager and the Selector on Tour Ashantha de Mel said from Pretroria.

Kusal Perera likely to play as opener – Karunaratne

25 Dec 2020

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“Due to Oshada’s injury we will need a new opener. I think Kusal Perera has a decent chance of playing as he has exhibited his skills before and has opened for us in the limited overs format. We feel he will do well on these playing surfaces,” Karunaratne said about his potential opening partner for Saturday.

Dialog Axiata extend partnership with SLC for three more years

25 Dec 2020

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Dialog Axiata joined hands with SLC as the official sponsor of the national team on June 1, 2013 and this latest extension will carry the partnership onwards till September 2023. Through the sponsorship, Dialog Axiata will help facilitate the growth of both Men’s and Women’s national cricket teams across all forms of the game.

SL players and support staff on tour of South Africa test negative for Covid-19

23 Dec 2020

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The results of the second PCR test given by all players and support staff members were found to be negative for Covid-19.

Arthur comfortable with local umpires officiating in South Africa

22 Dec 2020

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The introduction of two home team umpires for bilateral series after nearly two decades due to the logistical challenges of travelling given flight restrictions in place globally will mean South African umpires will officiate in both the Tests.

Thisara, Udana among Icon players for Abu Dhabi T10 league

22 Dec 2020

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Udana is set to showcase his slower ball variations as the Icon player for the Bangla Tigers. He has come to be known as a T20 specialist in the world of franchise cricket thanks to his performances in the Indian Premier League and Afghanistan Premier League.

No practice match for Sri Lanka before first Test

21 Dec 2020

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’’The three-day practice match which was scheduled to be played at Willowmoore Park, Benoni will not be played and Dimuth Karunratne’s team will play only two tests matches on this tour’’, a source close to the team management said from Pretoria.

NOC chief Subramaniam proposes setting up National Sports Authority

21 Dec 2020

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National Olympic Committee (NOC) president Suresh Subramaniam has proposed the formation of a National Sports Aut

Central Crusaders win inaugural Li Ning–Lanka Shuttle Challenge

20 Dec 2020

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Central Crusaders swept to a 3-0 lead when Goonathilake and Hasara Wijeratne won the mixed doubles defeating Roshan Padma Kumara and Nilasi Balasooriya 21-12 21-14 before Dumindu Abeywickrama stunned Sachin Dias 21-11, 17-21, 21-2 in the men’s singles. Sethum Perera won the boys’ singles tie against Kaviru Sanjitha 21-19 21-14.

Jaffna Stallions crush Gladiators, win LPL’s inaugural title

17 Dec 2020

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A wicket in the first over, that of Hazratullah Zazai, and the unfortunate run out of man in form Danushka Gunatilaka in the second over, with just three runs on the board, put the Galle Gladiators on the back foot in their chase of the 189-run target.

As It Happened: Jaffna Stallions beat Galle Gladiators in LPL final

16 Dec 2020

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Inaugural LPL final sees the Galle Gladiators take on the Jaffna Stallions

Jaffna Stallions win at a canter to qualify for LPL final

15 Dec 2020

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The Viiking lost two early wickets in their run chase, inside the first three overs with the score on 18, and despite a third wicket partnership of 44 between Niroshan Dickwella and Upul Tharanga, could never get ahead of the chase.

No replacement for Mathews for South Africa tour

14 Dec 2020

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According to sources in Hambantota, the 33-year-old all-rounder, who has been selected in the 22-member squad may be out of cricket for about 3-4 weeks.

Galle Gladiators win thriller, qualify for LPL final

14 Dec 2020

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As much as the dropped catches may have cost the Kings, credit cannot be taken away from Dhananjaya Lakshan, who turned out to be the Gladiators’ hero as he made an unbeaten 31 off 23 balls to guide the side to a thrilling victory.

Father of Sanath Jayasuriya passes away

13 Dec 2020

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The late Mr Jayasuriya was 86 years at the time of his demise.

Brendon Taylor declines LPL commentary offer

12 Dec 2020

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According to the highly placed sources, the 34-year-old wicketkeeper batsman had been approached to be a part of the television commentary team for the last three matches of the Lanka Premier League.

Qais stuns Viiking as Kings clinch top spot

12 Dec 2020

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An extraordinary half-century from leg-spinner Qais Ahmad, who earlier had figures of 2 for 23 in his more proficient skill, proved pivotal in Friday’s result, confirming the Kings’ position at the top of the points table and setting up a semi-final against the Galle Gladiators on Sunday.

Herschelle Gibbs suspended by Colombo Kings, Rangana Herath appointed new coach

10 Dec 2020

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The 46-year-old South African opener came to Sri Lanka as a TV commentator but was appointed as a coach of the Colombo Kings franchise team.

As It Happened: Galle Gladiators qualify for LPL semis with emphatic win

10 Dec 2020

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Kandy Tuskers and Galle Gladiators face off for the last semi-final place

Decision on South African tour to be made tomorrow

09 Dec 2020

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If a decision is taken to send the team, two key persons, Dr. Daminda Attanayake and the head coach Mickey Arthur, will be sent next Monday to assess the arrangements before the team is flown after the Lanka Premier League (LPL).

Madugalle, Dharmasena to officiate in LPL tomorrow

09 Dec 2020

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Madugalle, a member of the ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees has refereed in seven ICC Cricket World Cups, including the finals of 1999, 2003, 2015, and 2019 tournaments, whilst Dharmasena, has won the ICC David Shepherd Trophy for Umpire of the Year in 2012 and 2018.

21st ISAC meet likely to be cancelled

09 Dec 2020

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The premier athletic competition among international schools, ISAC attracts 2500 participants from 24 schools.

Health Ministry not comfortable with Sri Lanka’s tour of South Africa

08 Dec 2020

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Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) officials had an important meeting with a key member of the health ministry and the mindset was conveyed to SLC.