Petes look for repeat, Pathana seek revenge

The defending champions St. Peter’s College will take on Isipathana College in the President’s Trophy Inter-Schools Under-19 Knock-Out Rugby Tournament final at the Sugathadasa Stadium in Colombo Sunday.

ICC unveils Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 campaign film

With just 20 days remaining until the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has unveiled its official campaign film, titled ’’Whatever it Takes.’’

Mahanama emerge Premier Trophy Champions

Mahanama College, Colombo emerged Premier Trophy champions when they recorded a close 24-12 win over Ananda College, Colombo in the Inter-Schools Knock-Out Tournament final played at Havelock Park.

Cristiano Ronaldo Creates History on Social Media

Portugal football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has created history on social media crossing a staggering 1 billion followers combined on all platforms. He recently opened his YouTube channel as well and even that had crossed 20 million subscribers within 24 hours.

Gaddafi Stadium to receive largest investment as PCB prepares for 2025 Champions Trophy

The PCB allocated 12.8 billion rupees for upgrading stadiums in Lahore, Karachi, and Rawalpindi to meet international standard

Afghanistan-New Zealand Test abandoned without ball being bowled

The one-off Test between Afghanistan and New Zealand was washed out on Friday after five days of rain, just the eighth Test in history to be abandoned without a ball being bowled.

ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 Delivers Economic Boost to India

A new economic report released today by the International Cricket Council (ICC) reveals that the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023, the biggest Cricket World Cup ever, generated an incredible total economic impact of USD1.39 billion (INR 11,637 Crores) for the economy of India.

Rankings joy for Sri Lanka stars following memorable England Test triumph

Big gains for a host of Sri Lanka players on the latest Test rankings, as Australia’s best white-ball performers make eye-catching ground on the T20I lists.

England Men name Test squad for tour of Pakistan

England Men’s selection panel have named a 17-strong squad for the three-match Test tour of Pakistan in October.

Sri Lanka advance to AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers

Sri Lanka registered a thrilling 4-2 victory on penalties over Cambodia in the second leg of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Asian Cup Qualifiers playoffs encounter played under lights at the Phnom Penh Olympics Stadium in Cambodia.

32nd Annual AIDEX Sports Festival by the Colombo Friend-In-Need Society

The Air Force grounds were a hive of activity on Sunday, 8th September, with participants from across the island showcasing their skills in a variety of sports, from cricket to archery, athletics, and more.

Zumri’s extra time try steers Isipathana to final

Isipathana prevailed against S. Thomas’ in the second semi-final of the Dialog Schools knockout tournament played at the Royal Sports Complex ground, with the match ending on 20 points each at the end of full time, which left the ultimate result to be decided on the ten-minute extra time.

Nissanka’s ton guides Sri Lanka to first win in England after 10 years

A fine century by Pathum Nissanka and an inspired effort by Sri Lankan bowlers in the second innings helped Sri Lanka secure an eight-wicket win against England in the third Test at The Oval on Monday.

Ravindra Jadeja joins Narendra Modi’s BJP

Indian cricketer Ravindra Jadeja has ventured into politics by joining the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), following the footsteps of his wife, Rivaba Jadeja, who is already an active BJP member.

England eye whitewash as Sri Lanka look for consolation

England’s final Test match of the summer sees them conclude their three-game series against Sri Lanka at the Oval starting today, with left-arm pace bowler Josh Hull set to make his international debut.

Sri Lanka great, former India coach join New Zealand coaching staff

New Zealand added former Sri Lanka spinner Rangana Herath and India’s ex-batting coach Vikram Rathour to their coaching staff on Friday for their upcoming three test matches in Asia.

Dunith, Harshitha shortlisted for ICC Player-of-the-Month

Sri Lanka’s all-round prodigy Dunith Wellalage and promising Harshitha Samarawickrama have been shortlisted for the ICC Men’s and Women’s Player-of-the-Month Award for August respectively.

Asitha Fernando’s journey to Sri Lanka’s test spearhead

Out of the pool of Sri Lanka Under - 19 fast bowlers back in 2015, the two names that were discussed the most were Lahiru Kumara and Asitha Fernando. While they both made their international debuts in 2017, Kumara was the one who had a consistent run in the national team, and one of the reasons for this was his extra pace.

Brendon McCullum named as England white-ball coach

England Test coach Brendon McCullum will also take control of the white-ball teams, the England and Wales Cricket Board announced on Tuesday.

Bangladesh beat Pakistan for historic Test series win

Bangladesh celebrated a historic first-ever Test series win over Pakistan and a 2-0 clean sweep with a tense six-wicket victory in Rawalpindi on Tuesday.

Dates confirmed for 2025 World Test Championship final

Lord’s to host the third edition of the World Test Championship final from 11 June 2025.

New Zealand finalise central contract list with two further additions

Replacements for Devon Conway and Finn Allen leave the Kiwis with their final list of 20 for the upcoming season.

Bhanuka, Seifert steer Kings to winning start

A 54-ball unbeaten 100 by Evin Lewis and Kyle Mayers’s 62-ball 92 went in vain as important knocks from Tim Seifert, Bhanuka Rajapaksa and David Wiese set up a winning start for Saint Lucia Kings in their Caribbean Premier League match played at the Warner Park, Basseterre in St. Kitts.

Samita Dulan wins silver at Paris Paralympics

Samita Dulan Kodithuwakku of the Sri Lanka Army Corps of Military Police won a silver medal in the javelin throw at the Paris Paralympic Games, setting a new world record in the men’s F44 category with a throw of 67.03 metres.

Wesley down DSS to enter K/O semis

Wesley College went through some anxious moments before pulling off a close 27-20 win over D. S. Senanayake College in their Inter-Schools Under-19 President’s Trophy Knock-Out Rugby Tournament first quarter-final encounter played at the Sugathadasa Stadium in Colombo.

Rankings boost for SL ahead of T20 WC

Sri Lanka have received a massive boost ahead of this year’s ICC Women’s T20 World Cup with a group of their best white-ball players achieving career-best ratings on the latest ICC Women’s ODI Player Rankings.

32nd MSBA League Tournament 2024

The MSBA will host its 32nd League Tournament this year from the 9th of September to the 22nd of November at the Royal College Indoor Complex.

Pathum Nissanka and Lahiru Kumara in for Kusal Mendis and Vishwa Fernando for Lord’s clash

Sri Lanka faces a crucial challenge as they head into the second Test against England on Thursday at Lord’s, a venue that has often served as an unlikely home away from home for the visiting side.

Could Nissanka turn Sri Lanka’s fortunes at Lord’s?

Sri Lanka were comfortably defeated by England in the first of the two-match Test series in Manchester last week with the home team taking a 1-0 lead.

England batter announces retirement from international cricket

Dawid Malan, England’s former No.1-ranked T20I batter, has announced his retirement from international cricket at the age of 37.