NBA officials brief Congress committee over gambling probe

NBA officials met with a United States congressional committee on Wednesday regarding a gambling and sports betting investigation that included arrests for Miami’s Terry Rozier and ex-Portland coach Chauncey Billups, according to multiple reports.

RCB for sale, Diageo confirms process underway

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has officially been put up for sale by owner Diageo, which has begun the process and aims to complete it by March 31, 2026. The move could mark a new era for one of the IPL’s most popular and valuable franchises.

Wellalage to Lead Sri Lanka A in ACC Rising Stars Asia Cup

Left-arm spinner Dunith Wellalage has been named captain of Sri Lanka A for the upcoming ACC Rising Stars Asia Cup T20 2025, scheduled to be held in Doha later this month.

Ex-Zimbabwe cricket captain Williams treated for 'drug addiction'

Former Zimbabwe captain Sean Williams is being treated for drug addiction and will not play for the country again, the national cricket board said on Tuesday.

Mohammad Ashraful Appointed as Bangladesh Batting Coach

Former Bangladesh player Mohammad Ashraful has been appointed as the national batting coach ahead of the upcoming home series against Ireland.

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.

Lopsided: Unbeaten Australia out, thrice beaten India in

India’s women cricketers who just jumped on board as the last team to qualify ended up in the driving seat ahead of Sunday’s Women’s World Cup final after a win against the unbeaten Australia team in the semifinal at Mumbai on

Makandura boy and Walagedara girl win half marathon

In an impressive display of endurance, A.G.A. Didulanka of Makandura Central College, Matara and Manel Walagedara of MV Walagedara secured first place in the boys’ and girls’ categories respectively at the Sir John Tarbat

Police won’t hide player exits

They were once a formidable force in the 1980s only to be broken by an influx of Fijian professionals in rival teams, but Police Sports Club will make no secret of losing any of their players from last season.

Old boys Saints Quadrangular extends to girls’ schools

The 56th annual Saints Quadrangular tournament which has evolved into a multi-sports carnival over the years will be held at St. Joseph’s and St. Peter’s grounds on November 8 and 9, the organizers announced.

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.

Sri Lankans storm into semis

Three Sri Lanka junior players qualified to the semifinals of the ATF Under-14 Week 2 tennis tournament when they came out on top in the quarter final encounters played at the SLTA tennis courts in Greenpath, Colombo yesterday.

Algama first golfer in top 10 at Asian Youth Games

Powered by N-able Reshan Algama became the first Sri Lankan male golfer to record a Top 10 finish at the Asian Youth Games 2025