SLC unveils modern swimming pool facility at HPC

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) yesterday unveiled a state-of-the-art eight-lane swimming pool at the National High Performance Centre (HPC), located at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium in Colombo.

Photos - Fondre backing S. Thomas’ rugby

The leading rugby playing schools competing in the Dialog Inter-School rugby league tournament are leaving no stone unturned in their preparation for the forthcoming schools rugby season which will usher with the President’s Trophy knockout tournament scheduled to start this weekend.

Longdon Place to host crucial Trinity– St. Anthony’s encounter

The much-anticipated President’s Trophy pre-quarterfinal Under-20 rugby encounter between Trinity College and St. Anthony’s College has been rescheduled and relocated. Originally slated for 25 April at the Nittawela Rugby Stadium, the encounter will now take place on 26 April at 6 PM under lights at the CR & FC Ground, Longdon Place in Colombo.

Sri Lanka’s World Cup Rugby Dream Comes Alive

Given Sri Lanka’s status as a rugby-playing nation for the last decade or so, not many would have given them a chance to ever be a part of a Rugby World Cup, but their performance on Saturday (19) has given the whole nation a belief that the Tuskers could finally make it to the biggest stage.

Gimhani out, Fernando in

The prestigious Asian Under 22 and Youth Men’s and Women’s Boxing Championship, set to be hosted in Sri Lanka from May 12 to 23 at the Sugathadasa Indoor Stadium, has been marred by growing concerns over the transparency and fairness of the national selection process.

Sri Lanka lock horns with Malaysia in Asia Rugby Top 4 Qualifier

In what promises to be a gripping and high-stakes XV-a-side rugby contest, Sri Lanka will face off against Malaysia tomorrow in the Asia Rugby Top 4 qualification encounter at the Racecourse Ground in Colombo.

Reshan Swings to Glory

At just 17 years old, Reshan Algama stands as one of Sri Lanka’s top-ranked amateur golfers on the World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) - and now, he carries the pride of his country into the Grand Final of the prestigious Nick Faldo Series Asia, after receiving a wildcard.

Gujarat Titans announce replacement of injured Glenn Phillips in squad

Gujarat Titans have picked Sri Lanka all-rounder Dasun Shanaka as a replacement for injured Glenn Phillips in their squad for the rest of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season.

'Better Off Playing Rugby'

That blunt advice comes from a former national football star, voicing the deep frustration felt across the football community in Sri Lanka.

South Africa make change to squad ahead of Sri Lanka tri-series

South Africa have made a late adjustment to their squad for the upcoming Women’s ODI tri-series in Sri Lanka, after a batting all-rounder was ruled out due to illness.

Sri Lanka Rugby in Disarray

As Sri Lanka Rugby (SLR) braces for a high-stakes playoff against Malaysia on April 19, preparations appear worryingly disjointed, especially as news filters through that Malaysia will be bolstered by their naturalised Fijians Samuela Tamanisau and Etonia Vaqa Saukuru.

Reshan to vie at Nick Faldo Asia Finals

Reshan Algama will represent Sri Lanka at the prestigious Nick Faldo Asia Finals 2025 in Vietnam, having received a special Wild Card entry based on his outstanding performances in tournaments through 2024 and early 2025.

Yevan joins Motopark for Euroformula Open Campaign

The motorsport world is buzzing with excitement as one of the brightest talents in racing, Yevan David, has officially signed with Motopark for the highly anticipated 2025 Euroformula Open Championship.

Are Kandy destined to dominate another decade?

Kandy Sports Club completed another domestic double on Sunday when they defeated CR and FC to clinch the Clifford Cup following up their league victory a couple of weeks ago.

Batter Brook named England white-ball captain

The 26-year-old replaces Jos Buttler, who stepped down after England were knocked out of the Champions Trophy in February.

Kandy Reign Supreme: Clifford Cup

The Kandy Sports Club has won the Clifford Cup a record 23 times, including a consecutive period of ten years between 1995 and 2005

Photos – New Zealand under 85kg rugby team set for historic tour of Sri Lanka

Official press conference and launch of the Inaugural New Zealand Rugby Under 85KG tour of Sri Lanka

Kandy clinch rugby Double Wins Clifford Cup for record 23rd time

Unbeaten Kandy Sports Club reaffirmed their dominance in Sri Lankan rugby by completing a sensational double for the season, clinching the century-plus-years-old Clifford Cup for a record 23rd time after edging out CR & FC by 41 points (5 tries, 5 conversions, 2 penalties) to 33 points (5 tries, 4 conversions) in a thrilling final in front of a packed house at the Nittawela Rugby Stadium last evening. Kandy ended the season undefeated this season

91st Battle of the Saints Senuja and Yenula help Joes make bold reply

Senuja Wakunugoda and Yenula Dewthusa associated in an unbroken 79-run for the fourth wicket for St Joseph’s College as they ended day two of the 91st Battle of the Saints Inter-School Big Match with a bold reply of 150 for three in their encounter against traditional rivals St. Peter’s College played at the SSC Grounds in Maitland Place.

ACBT 91st Mahagastota Festival of Speed 2025 – A timeless test of speed and skill

The Ceylon Motor Sports Club is proud to announce the return of Sri Lanka’s most historic motorsport event—the ACBT 91st Mahagastota Festival Of Speed 2025—set to take place on April 5th and 6th, 2025, in the picturesque hills of Nuwara Eliya.

Sri Lanka U-19 star Ravindu Rasantha’s run riot

Ravindu Rasantha de Silva has been in prolific form this season in the National Super League, turning out for Jaffna and leading the run charts ahead of established names like Kamil Mishara and Avishka Fernando.

Kandy SC cruise into Clifford Cup Final

Kandy Sports Club secured their final berth in the Clifford Cup 2025 with a convincing 38 points (6 tries, 4 conversions) to 21 points (3 tries, 3 conversions) victory over CH and FC in the first semi-final played at the Nittawela Rugby Stadium in Kandy.

Kandy SC favoured against CH

The unbeaten League champions Kandy SC will take on the CH and FC in the first semi-final of the 2025 Clifford Cup Knock-Out Rugby Tournament at the Nittawela Rugby Stadium in Kandy today (01). The kickoff is at 4.00 p.m. with the winners advancing to the final on April 6. Kandy SC, the most successful team in Clifford Cup history with 22 titles, will be determined to complete a perfect season by securing the rugby double.

Shammi Silva re-elected as SLC President

Shammi Silva has been re-elected as the President of Sri Lanka Cricket for the 2025–2027 term.

Akila Dananjaya forcing national call-up

Being overlooked amid performances has been the story of his life, but spinner Akila Dananjaya always finds a way to come back stronger.

National Women cricketers also challenge IRD decision classifying them as SLC employees

The writ petition filed by Chamari Athapathu and Anushka Sanjeevani, the respective captain and vice captain of the women’s international team has also challenged the decision of the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) classifying them as employees of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC).

Sri Lanka Football Sold Out

The state of football in Sri Lanka has plunged into a dire and seemingly irreversible decline

Chamara Silva appointed as Sri Lanka U19 Head Coach

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) appointed Chamara Silva as the Head Coach of the Sri Lanka U19 National Team.

Match-fixing allegations: Indian cricket manager jailed for 4 years

An Indian cricket manager found guilty of match-fixing allegations related to the Legend Cricket League 2024 was today sentenced to four years of imprisonment by the Matale High Court.

Bangladesh court orders seizure of cricketer Shakib’s assets

A Bangladeshi court ordered the seizure of cricketer Shakib Al Hasan’s assets in the latest legal headache for the sports star over his allegiance to the country’s former leader.