Only one player under 30 in Australia Ashes squad

Australia chief selector George Bailey says the squad for the first Ashes Test against England deserves ’’respect’’ following criticism of the age of players.

Pakistan’s Rauf and Indian skipper Yadav punished over Asia Cup behaviour

Pakistan paceman Haris Rauf and Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav were punished by the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday for their inflammatory behaviour in September’s Asia Cup.

Liverpool defeat Real Madrid in Champions League after Mac Allister goal

Alexis Mac Allister scores a second-half winner after Courtois makes a string of fine saves to deny Liverpool.

Sabalenka to face Kyrgios in 'Battle of Sexes'

World number one Aryna Sabalenka will face Nick Kyrgios in a ’Battle of the Sexes’ exhibition match in the United Arab Emirates later this year.

Tickets to go on sale for ODI series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka from Tuesday

Tickets for the three-match ODI series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka will go on sale online from 12 pm on Tuesday, 4 November.

Trott and Afghanistan to part ways after 2026 T20 World Cup

Former England batter Jonathan Trott will leave his job as head coach of Afghanistan after next year’s men’s T20 World Cup.

FIFA dismisses Malaysia appeals in forgery scandal

FIFA on Monday announced it had dismissed the appeals lodged by Malaysia’s football federation (FAM) and its seven players in the on-going eligibility scandal linked to forged documents used for an Asia Cup qualifier.

Key records broken by champions India in CWC25 final

India’s first-ever ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup triumph saw several records tumble in a clinical display against South Africa.

India announces $5.75 million reward for women cricket World Cup winners

India’s cricket board on Monday announced a cash reward of $5.75 million for the women’s team after their triumphant World Cup campaign.

India clinch historic first ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup title

Deepti Sharma and Shafali Verma guided India to a historic 52-run victory over South Africa which saw the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 hosts lift the trophy for the first time.

India beat South Africa to win first Women’s Cricket World Cup title

India have won by 52 runs. They have won the Women’s World Cup for the first time!

Verma, Sharma help India post 298-7 in Women’s World Cup final

Half-centuries by Shafali Verma and Deepti Sharma helped India post a competitive 298-7 against South Africa in the Women’s World Cup final in Mumbai on Sunday.

Rain delays Women’s World Cup final between India and South Africa

Rain and a wet outfield delayed the start of the Women’s World Cup final between India and South Africa in Mumbai on Sunday.

What Sri Lankans Can Watch This Weekend: A Full Line-Up of Football and Cricket Action

Sri Lankan sports fans have a packed weekend ahead, with both football and cricket taking center stage. From late-night Premier League matches to high-stakes international T20s, there’s something exciting to tune into at every hour.

India and South Africa Clash for Glory in WC Final

History is on the line as South Africa vies for its first Women’s World Cup crown and India aims for home triumph. With fans filling the stadium and eyes around the world glued to the action, this final is set to be unforgettable.

One Boxing Day game down to Uefa - Premier League

The ’’expansion of European club competitions’’ has led to there being just one game on 26 December in the English top flight, says the Premier League.

Australia romp to T20 win over India in Melbourne

Australia raced to a four-wicket victory against India inside 14 overs to go 1-0 up in the T20 series.

Match officials named for ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 Final

Eloise Sheridan and Jacquline Williams of the Emirates ICC International Panel of Umpires will be the on-field umpires in Sunday’s ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 Final between India and South Africa.

Record-breaking India upset Australia to reach World Cup final

Jemimah Rodrigues hit an unbeaten 127 as India pulled off a record chase of 339 against Australia on Thursday to set up a World Cup final against South Africa.

Kandy SC sees exit of Ratwatte, entry of Madushanka

Reigning league champions Kandy Sports Club have strengthened their squad ahead of the 2025/2026 rugby season further cementing their dominance in Sri Lankan rugby by being able to enlist a player after the retirement of playmaker Tarinda Ratwatte.

Red Shirts see Danger ahead of New Season

One of the leading contenders of the new rugby season, CR and FC, will have to come to grips with a series of major injuries ahead of the start of the inter club League tournament set to be kicked off on November 14.

England opt to bowl against South Africa in Women’s World Cup semi-final

England skipper Nat Sciver-Brunt won the toss and elected to field against South Africa in the first semi-final of the Women’s World Cup in India’s Guwahati city on Wednesday.

England opt to bowl against South Africa in Women’s World Cup semi-final

England skipper Nat Sciver-Brunt won the toss and elected to field against South Africa in the first semi-final of the Women’s World Cup in India’s Guwahati city on Wednesday.

England legend Anderson receives knighthood

James Anderson, England’s leading Test wicket-taker of all time, has received a knighthood.

Sri Lankans return after promising show

The Sri Lankan athletics team, which ended runners up to India at the South Asian Senior Athletics Championship returned with a tally of 40 medals that included 16 gold medals.

Old Trinitians Scrummage SGM & AGM on Nov. 1

The Special General Meeting and the Annual General Meeting of the Old Trinitians Rugby Scrummage will be held on Saturday, November 1, commencing at 5 pm and 5.30 p.m. respectivley the SEQUEL Cinnamon Grand Hotel in Colombo.

Mandhana Extends Lead in ICC Women’s Rankings

The ICC Women’s Player Rankings saw major movement following a busy week at the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025.

Ishani Apsara to officiate at King of the Ring in Sweden

Sri Lanka’s internationally acclaimed boxing referee Ishani Apsara has been selected once again to officiate at the King of the Ring Boxing Tournament, one of Europe’s most prestigious amateur boxing events, scheduled to take place from October 31 to November 2 in Borås, Sweden.

Shreyas Iyer out of ICU, condition stable after spleen injury

India batter Shreyas Iyer is ’’recovering well’’ in hospital after suffering a lacerated spleen while taking a catch in the third ODI against Australia in Sydney on Saturday.

Rain curtails India run chase against Bangladesh

Rain once again played spoilsport in the Women’s Cricket World Cup as the final league match between India and Bangladesh was abandoned at Navi Mumbai on Sunday.