India batter Pujara ends international career

The 37-year-old played 103 Tests but has not featured for his nation since the 2023 World Test Championship final.

Weekend Sports in Sri Lanka:

Sports fans in Sri Lanka have a blockbuster weekend ahead, with Premier League 2025 fixtures, the U.S. Open tennis tournament in New York, and the Australia vs South Africa 3rd ODI live from Queensland all taking place between August 23–25.

Sri Lanka squad for Zimbabwe ODI series announced

The Sri Lanka Cricket Selection Panel has named the following squad for the ODI series against Zimbabwe.

Errani, Vavassori retain US Open mixed doubles title in revamped event

Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori retained their US Open mixed doubles title on Wednesday, beating Iga Swiatek and Casper Ruud to claim the $1 million top prize in the new-look competition that kicked off action at the last Grand Slam of the year.

Newcomers deliver big finishes as SpeedStar Championship 2025

The SpeedStar Championship 2025 came to a thrilling close at SpeedBay in Port City Colombo, marking the end of a dynamic three-round karting series that welcomed complete newcomers to the sport.

Olympic champion Khelif denies retirement from boxing

Algerian boxer and Olympic champion Imane Khelif on Wednesday denied claims made by her former manager that she was putting her career on hold.

Thomians in seventh heaven in England

S. Thomas’ College, the victorious big match winners of the 146th Battle of the Blues cricket encounter against traditional rivals Royal College, left the island on a tour of England where they will play seven matches starting tomorrow.

Proteas bowler reported for suspect bowling action

South Africa off-spinner Prenelan Subrayen has been reported for a suspect bowling action in the first ODI against Australia played on Aug 19, Tuesday, in Cairns.

Why ’Chelsea’s trophy’ is in the US president’s office

When the White House posted a picture of US President Donald Trump meeting with world leaders in the Oval Office at the White House this week, eagle-eyed football fans spotted an unlikely piece of silverware in pride of place.

Zampa reprimanded for breaching ICC Code of Conduct

Australia player Adam Zampa has been reprimanded for breaching Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct during the first ODI against South Africa in Cairns on Tuesday.

England set for Sri Lanka tour ahead of T20 World Cup

The two teams will lock horns in three ODIs and as many T20Is, serving as key preparation for the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka.

South Africa spinner reclaims No.1 ranking for ODI bowlers

A new No.1 ODI bowler is crowned as South Africa’s Keshav Maharaj displaces Sri Lankan spinner Maheesh Theekshana at the top.

National Gymnasts Caught in Sports Ministry Power Play

Suspension of Olympian and National coach to protect powerful insider stuns gymnastic fraternity

Premier League 2025–26 Transfers: Big Guns Reload – What Sri Lankan Fans Need to Know

The Premier League 2025–26 season is back, and the summer transfer window has delivered drama, big-money deals, and bold gambles.

U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup: Line-up locked in for 2026 edition

Joining Zimbabwe in automatic qualification included Sri Lanka, Australia, Bangladesh, England, India, Ireland, Pakistan, New Zealand, South Africa and the West Indies.

Join the Daily Mirror Premier League Fantasy Challenge!

Join our Daily Mirror Fantasy Premier League and compete with friends, family, colleagues, and football fans from all across Sri Lanka.

Hockey final halted after violent conduct by St. thomas' Matale players

During the Central Province Schools Sports Competition, the U-19 Hockey final between Vidyartha College and St. Thomas’ College, held at the University of Peradeniya hockey grounds, was halted midway due to the violent and unsportsmanlike behavior of St. Thomas’ players, who struck opposing players with hockey sticks in a deliberate and aggressive manner.

Lost cup or poisoned chalice:

Commercial stakes, pride, egoism and influence could be conflicting with discipline at schools rugby in general which has now grown to the extent that players have become sought after celebrities having to cater to the whims and fancies of the demanding kind and the syndrome may even be taking its toll.

Proteas all-rounder penalised for ICC Code of Conduct breach

The incident involving the South African all-rounder occurred during the second T20I against Australia in Darwin.

Japan boxing to hold emergency meeting following deaths

Japanese boxing officials will hold an emergency meeting on Tuesday as the sport in the country faces intense scrutiny following the deaths of two fighters in separate bouts at the same event.

Hooliganism mucks rugby cradle

Schools rugby in the country was subjected to yet another disgraceful level this time at the culmination of the 2025 season as hooligan spectators flung chairs and smashed some of them in the direction of rival spectators.

Sri Lanka rise to 4th in ICC Men’s ODI Rankings

Sri Lanka climbs to 4th in the latest ICC Men’s ODI Team Rankings with 103 rating points, overtaking Pakistan, after a series of dominant performances in their recent outings.

Yevan David becomes first Sri Lankan to race in FIA Formula 3

Eighteen-year-old Yevan David has made history by becoming the first Sri Lankan driver to compete in the FIA Formula 3 Championship.

Who is most likely to challenge Liverpool this season?

Liverpool will be confident of defending their Premier League title after a record-breaking summer of recruitment.

Wildcard Mboko beats Osaka for maiden WTA title

Wildcard Victoria Mboko won her first WTA title by coming from behind to beat four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka in the Canadian Open final.

From Sri Lanka to the World

For Dharshana Fernando, badminton was more than a game — it was a calling discovered amid a love for multiple sports.

38 Years. ’One unforgettable team’

Trinity College Kandy becomes unbeaten champions of the Dialog Axiata Schools Rugby League 2025.

Remembering Mr. M.T. Thambapillai – A Pillar of Royal Rugby

As Royal College and S. Thomas’ College meet once again on Saturday, 2nd August, to contest the Michael Gunaratne Trophy, the spotlight also shines on the next generation as the Under-16 teams (earlier 2nd XV then Under 18) compete for the M.T. Thambapillai Trophy.

UAE, Pakistan and Afghanistan set for T20I tri-series showdown

Offering a ramp up to the preparations for next year’s Men’s ICC T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka, the tri-series will be played in the UAE.

Yu, 12, becomes youngest medallist in Worlds history

Chinese schoolgirl Yu Zidi became the youngest swimmer in history to win a medal at the World Aquatics Championships as China claimed bronze in the relay.