Hermoso will appeal Rubiales ’forced kiss’ verdict

Jenni Hermoso will appeal the verdict in the case of former Spain football chief Luis Rubiales, who was fined after being found guilty of a forced kiss on the Women’s World Cup-winning player, her lawyer said.

Spain’s ex-football boss Luis Rubiales fined over forced kiss

A Spanish court on Thursday convicted and fined former football chief Luis Rubiales of sexual assault over the forced kiss he gave star forward Jenni Hermoso but acquitted him of the charge of coercion

SLC imposes USD 10,000 fine on Dasun Shanaka

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has imposed a fine of USD 10,000 on former captain Dasun Shanaka for breaching his contractual obligations after leaving a first-class match in Colombo early on February 2, 2025, to play for the Dubai Capitals in the UAE that same evening.

Gill reclaims NO.01 ODI batter spot, Theekshana becomes Top-ranked bowler ahead of Champions Trophy

Just ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, in a significant shake-up, the data reveals that India’s Shubman Gill and Sri Lanka’s Maheesh Theekshana have proudly escalated to the No.1 rankings in the latest ICC Men’s ODI Player Rankings.

More than cricket as Pakistan hosts first major tournament in 29 years

Pakistan will host a first major cricket tournament in almost three decades from Wednesday in a move hailed as a landmark just a few years after the country was off-limits because of security fears.

June 15 deadline for Sri Lanka Rugby to reform or face sanctions

Sri Lanka Rugby has been granted a final extension of four months by World Rugby to resolve its governance crisis. The extension, running from February 15 to June 15, provides a last opportunity for Sri Lanka Rugby (SLR) to enact constitutional reforms and hold elections, failing which severe sanctions will be imposed, including the potential exclusion of Sri Lanka from international rugby events.

SSC on the verge of losing first-class status

Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC), one of Sri Lanka’s topmost cricket-playing domestic clubs, are in a spot of bother as they are on the verge of losing their first-class status after their lacklustre performance in the ongoing Major Club three-day cricket tournament.

Can Asalanka make Test return after stellar ODI show?

Charith Asalanka led the Sri Lanka ODI team to a thumping 2-0 win over Australia after the home team had been embarrassed in Galle in the Test series by Steven Smith and co.

Sri Lanka secures historic ODI victory over Australia

Sri Lanka continued their dominance over Australia in the second ODI of their bilateral series, clinching a 174-run victory at the R. Premadasa Stadium.

England lose to India again to suffer 3-0 clean sweep

England’s miserable tour of India ended with another heavy defeat as they suffered a 3-0 one-day international series loss.

Asalanka heroics power Sri Lanka to 49-run win over Australia

Sri Lanka pulled off a stunning comeback against world champions Australia to clinch a 49-run victory in the first one-day international on Wednesday after a century by captain Charith Asalanka.

Australia’s Kuhnemann reported for suspected illegal bowling action

Australia spin bowler Matt Kuhnemann has been reported for a suspected illegal bowling action after his dominant performance in the test series against Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka embarassed in Galle after strange selections

Galle has been a fortress for Sri Lanka in the longest format with the island nation registering so many famous victories against top Test nations, but on Sunday not only the fortress was breached, it was destroyed, demolished and bulldozed by a thoroughly professional Australian team led by Steven Smith.

Referee Rankothge no more

Former Sylvester’s, Kandy Sports Club and one of the senior referees, Aruna Rankothge passed away in Kandy today (10).

Following Test series defeat, Sri Lanka name strong squad for Australia ODIs

Sri Lanka take on Australia in two ODIs in Colombo on February 12 and 14 respectively.

'I intend to take up coaching': Dimuth Karunaratne

Sri Lanka’s Dimuth Karunaratne said Sunday it had been “a very emotional day’’ after his 100th and final Test ended with a defeat to Australia.

Australia complete first series white-wash in Sri Lanka since 2004

World Test Championship Final-bound Australia on Sunday (February 9) ended a 21-year wait for a Test series white-wash in Sri Lanka with a thumping 9-wicket victory over the hosts in the 2nd Test at the Galle International Stadium in Galle.

Rugby held hostage by legal battles and power struggles

Sri Lanka Rugby (SLR) finds itself mired in yet another administrative turmoil, a crisis emblematic of the wider governance issues plaguing sports in the country.

England suffer another disappointing defeat in India

England suffered another disappointing defeat in Brendon McCullum’s first one-day international in charge as India won their series opener in Nagpur by four wickets.

Fourth place up for grabs

The last set of games in the Inter-Club Rugby League Tournament will be featured this weekend with four matches down for decision in Colombo.

Australia dominate as Sri Lanka reach 229-9 in second Test

Australia were firmly in the driving seat despite a spirited Sri Lankan fightback to reach 229-9 at stumps on day one of the second Test in Galle on Thursday.

Real Madrid legend Marcelo retires aged 36

Brazil defender Marcelo has announced his retirement from football at the age of 36.

Maguire suspended from bowling in international cricket

Ireland’s Aimee Maguire has been suspended from bowling in international cricket with immediate effect after an Independent Assessment confirmed that the left-arm spinner uses an illegal bowling action.

Trump signs order barring trans athletes from women’s sports

US President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Wednesday seeking to ban transgender athletes from participating in women’s sports, in his latest move targeting transgender people since returning to office.

Australia all-rounder calls time on international ODI career

Australia all-rounder Marcus Stoinis has shocked the world by announcing his immediate retirement from ODI cricket.

Sanjay Ganlath: Pioneering a New Era in Sri Lankan Sports Management

Sanjay Ganlath’s journey into the world of sports management is as inspiring as it is unconventional. With deep roots in a sports-centric family and an early immersion in basketball, Ganlath’s life has been defined by passion, perseverance, and a commitment to empowering the next generation of athletes in Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka shake-up squad for 2nd Galle Test

The Sri Lankan cricket selectors have made a bold move by adding Ramesh Mendis to the squad for the highly anticipated 2nd Test match against the visiting Australian team, scheduled to begin on February 6 in Galle. The 29-year-old all-rounder brings a fresh dynamic to the team as they seek to bounce back from their crushing defeat in the first Test.

Spain football kiss 'stained' World Cup win, player tells trial

Jenni Hermoso has told the trial of former Spanish football chief Luis Rubiales that the kiss he gave her at the 2023 World Cup ’’stained one of the happiest days of my life’’.

Chamodi named in U-19 WC Team of the Tournament

Sri Lankan left-arm spinner Chamodi Praboda has been named in the Team of the Tournament for the ICC Women’s Under-19 T20 World Cup 2025.

Jonty Rhodes arrives

Former South African cricketer Jonty Rhodes arrived again at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) this morning (3) for a three-day visit.