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.

Two countries, two formats, same day: Dasun Shanaka’s crazy day out

Former Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka blasted a first-class hundred in Sri Lankan domestic cricket and played a cameo in the ILT20 on the same day.

Jayasuriya blames irresponsible batting for crushing defeat in Galle

Sri Lanka’s head coach, Sanath Jayasuriya has laid the blame for his team’s heavy defeat at the feet of the batsmen, calling their performance in Galle ’’irresponsible’’ following a crushing loss to Australia by an innings and 242 runs.

Geoff Allardice to step down as ICC CEO

The International Cricket Council (ICC) today confirmed that Geoff Allardice has decided to step down as ICC Chief Executive.

Sri Lanka and Australia renew rivalry at Galle

Sri Lanka and Australia will renew their rivalry in a two-Test home series starting tomorrow at the Galle Stadium.

New opening combination confirmed as Australia lock in top-order for Sri Lanka

Stand-in captain Steve Smith confirmed on the eve of the opening Test that Travis Head will open for Australia against Sri Lanka in Galle.

ICC Awards 2024: The latest winners revealed

The International Cricket Council (ICC) today announced the latest set of winners in the ongoing ICC Awards 2024, with the outstanding cricketers in Men’s Tests and Men’s and Women’s ODIs revealed on ICC channels.

Kamindu Mendis crowned as ICC Men’s Emerging Cricketer of the Year

Kamindu Mendis, who shone for Sri Lanka with consistent batting displays in the year gone by, has been named as the ICC Men’s Emerging Cricketer of the Year.

Class and firepower in the ICC Men’s T20I Team of the Year for 2024

The ICC Men’s T20I Team of the Year recognises the best of the best who impressed the world with their match-winning performances and made 2024 a memorable year in the shortest format.

Charith Asalanka named captain of ICC Men’s ODI Team

Charith Asalanka has been named captain of the ICC Men’s ODI Team of the Year for 2024, with Kusal Mendis included as the wicketkeeper.

Injured Djokovic booed off after quitting semi-final

Novak Djokovic was booed off court by some Australian Open fans after retiring injured from his semi-final against Alexander Zverev.

ICC to announce best Men’s & Women’s ODI teams today

Outstanding Men’s and Women’s international cricketers will be honoured across five days of announcements, starting 24 January, Friday, the ICC said.

ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup Malaysia 2025 Super Six schedule

The schedule for the Super Six stage of the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 has been confirmed following the conclusion of the group stage.

Travis Head - Prabath Jayasuriya key battle

Sri Lanka will host Australia in a two-match Test series which gets underway next week at Galle. Sri Lankan fans have traditionally loved playing against the Aussies who have always been one of the best teams in the world although results have often favoured the visiting team.

Sri Lanka rugby legend Yu Cey Chang is no more

Sri Lanka’s rugby community mourned the passing of a stalwart of the game Yu Cey Chang whose funeral took place today just hours after he breathed his last. He was 82 at the time of his death.