Australia boosted by positive fitness update ahead of Sri Lanka series and Champions Trophy

Amidst a number of injury issues, Australia received a positive update on Monday, giving the squad a much-needed boost.

Arrest warrant issued against former Bangladesh skipper Shakib Al Hasan

A Dhaka court issued an arrest warrant on Sunday against former Bangladesh cricket captain and legendary all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan. The warrant was issued in connection with a cheque bounce case involving approximately $300,000 owed to IFIC Bank. According to reports from Cricbuzz, Dhaka Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Ziadur Rahman issued the warran

Sri Lanka crush Malaysia by 139 runs in T20 World Cup opener

Hosts Malaysia were dismissed for just 23 runs in their maiden Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cup appearance, as Sri Lanka secured a massive 139-run victory in the first of two games on Sunday in Kuala Lumpur.

Theekshana attains career-best third position in ICC Men’s ODI Bowling Rankings

Sri Lanka spinner Maheesh Theekshana has attained a career-best third position in the ICC Men’s ODI Bowling Rankings after grabbing seven wickets in the last two matches of their three-ODI series against New Zealand that the home side won 2-1.

Australia’s Sri Lanka tour 2025 to feature two ODIs, two Tests

Sri Lanka Cricket said the upcoming Australia tour of Sri Lanka 2025 will feature two ODIs, instead of the previously planned single match.

Devapathiraja players star in Sri Lanka’s U-19 Women’s World Cup squad

Sri Lanka’s squad for the upcoming ICC Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cup has been announced, with the tournament set to take place in Malaysia from January 18 to February 2.

Bangladesh star Tamim Iqbal retires from international cricket

Former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal announced his retirement from international cricket on Friday with the 35-year-old star run-getter insisting the ’’chapter is over’’.

Smith to captain Australia in Sri Lanka Tests

Former captain Steve Smith will lead Australia in the upcoming three-match Test series against Sri Lanka as Pat Cummins will be on paternity leave.

Kiwi blaster Guptill retires from international cricket

New Zealand’s leading run-scorer in T20I cricket, Martin Guptill, has announced his retirement from international cricket at the age of 38, New Zealand Cricket announced on Wednesday.

Theekshana scripts history with an ODI hat-trick against New Zealand as Sri Lanka restrict Kiwis

Sri Lankan spinner Maheesh Theekshana scripted history on Wednesday, January 8 as he became the first spinner to take an ODI hat-trick against New Zealand and the fifth bowler overall as the visitors restricted the Black Caps to 255/9 after choosing to field first in a rain-marred second game of the three-match series in Hamilton.

New Zealand crush Sri Lanka by 113 runs in 2nd ODI to win series

New Zealand ripped through Sri Lanka’s top order Wednesday to win the rain-reduced second one-day international in Hamilton by 113 runs and clinch the series.

Sri Lanka look to bounce back in second ODI

Sri Lanka will aim for an improved show in the second One Day International (ODI) to stay alive in the three-match series against New Zealand at the Seddon Park in Hamilton today.

Angelo Mathews ‘absolutely shocked’ by Sri Lanka’s 2025 cricket schedule

Having last featured in Sri Lanka’s tour to South Africa last December, Mathews on Monday said he was shocked that the team will be playing only four Tests this year, two of which will be completed before mid-February against Australia at home.

Kandy demonstrates ‘big team mentality’

Kandy Sports Club pulled off one of the finest comebacks of the season so far when they came from behind to beat Havelock Sports Club in the dying moments of their inter club league rugby clash over the weekend.

South Africa win Pakistan series to top Test table

South Africa finally broke Pakistan’s resistance on the fourth day of the second Test to complete a 2-0 series win and finish top of the World Test Championship table.

Faldo Series Sri Lanka tees off at RCGC tomorrow

The Faldo Series Sri Lanka, powered by DFCC Bank will be hosted by the Royal Colombo Golf Club (RCGC) from January 7 to 9. As part of Sir Nick Faldo’s globally recognised development initiative, the event provides a platform for young golfers to compete at the highest level and gain international exposure.

India pledges unconditional support for Sri Lanka’s sports development

India has pledged to provide unconditional support for the development of sports in Sri Lanka, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports said.

Australia eliminate India to qualify for WTC final

Team India will miss out on a place in the World Test Championship final for the first time since the tournament’s inception, as the side faced a 6-wicket defeat to Australia in the fifth and final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy on Sunday. The loss meant Australia win the series after 10 years, claiming a 3-1 victory to secure their place in the final, where they meet South Africa.

Australia to play two Test matches at Galle

The Australian cricket team will arrive in Sri Lanka on January 20 for a series comprising two Test matches and one One-Day International (ODI).

Kusal Perera’s century leads Sri Lanka to thrilling win over New Zealand

Kusal Janith Perera’s scintillating century guided Sri Lanka to a thrilling 7-run victory over New Zealand in the third and final T20I in Nelson on Thursday.

World Test Championship - State of Play ahead of 2025 final

South Africa’s win over Pakistan sealed their first-ever World Test Championship Final spot, while Australia’s success in Melbourne significantly boosts their chances of Lord’s appearance.

Duffy, Hay heroics secure T20 series for New Zealand over Sri Lanka

Crucial wickets to Jacob Duffy and a rollicking cameo with the bat by Mitchell Hay saw New Zealand beat Sri Lanka to wrap up their Twenty20 series with a game to spare at Mount Maunganui on Monday.

Final Shortlists unveiled in men’s Test, Heyhoe Flint and Sobers categories

The International Cricket Council (ICC) today revealed the final set of shortlists in the ICC Awards 2024, honouring the outstanding performers in Men’s Tests and in the overall categories; the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year and the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy for ICC Women’s Cricketer of the Year.

Kamindu among nominees for Men’s Test Cricketer of the Year

Two England batting mainstays, India’s pace spearhead, and a new star in Sri Lankan ranks make for a glittering list of nominees for ICC Men’s Test Cricketer of The Year.

Pacers prosper in 13-wicket day in Centurion

An interesting contest brewed in Centurion as South Africa pushed to confirm their place in next year’s ICC World Test Championship (WTC) Final.

Virat Kohli fined for bumping into Sam Konstas

The ICC has reportedly handed out punishment to India batting superstar Virat Kohli for shoulder-bumping Australian debutant Sam Konstas during the first day of the 4th Test that got underway in Melbourne on Thursday.

ICC announce Champions Trophy 2025 fixtures

India will face Pakistan in Dubai on 23 February as the International Cricket Council released the Champions Trophy fixtures on Tuesday.

Sri Lanka Cricket names squad for New Zealand ODI series

The Sri Lanka Cricket Selection Committee has named a 17-member squad for the upcoming ODI series against New Zealand.

Explosive batsman Jacobs gets New Zealand call-up for Sri Lanka series

Hard-hitting New Zealand batsman Bevon Jacobs earned a maiden call-up Monday for their T20 series against Sri Lanka, which marks the start of Mitchell Santner’s tenure as white-ball captain.

India to play Champions Trophy games in Dubai

Dubai has been chosen as a neutral venue for India to play their matches at next year’s Champions Trophy, the Pakistan Cricket Board has announced.