Sri Lankan juniors leap into second round

Four Sri Lankan juniors Chirath Subasinghe, Yonal Dankumbura, Nilesh Mithun and Enuka de Silva advanced to the second round of the Boys U14 singles event of the ATF Under-14 Week 2 tennis tournament by recording wins in their first round matches played at the SLTA tennis courts in Greenpath, Colombo.

Rooney contends struggling Liverpool lack leadership

Defending champions Liverpool are struggling this season through a lack of leadership, says former England striker Wayne Rooney.

From Gaming to basketball addict

At just 15, Samuel Tsung has already earned his place among Sri Lanka’s most promising young basketball talents. His journey, however, was not paved with easy victories or instant recognition — it was built on countless hours of training, resilience through injury, and an unshakable faith in God.

Ishani Apsara to officiate at King of the Ring in Sweden

Sri Lanka’s internationally acclaimed boxing referee Ishani Apsara has been selected once again to officiate at the King of the Ring Boxing Tournament, one of Europe’s most prestigious amateur boxing events, scheduled to take place from October 31 to November 2 in Borås, Sweden.

Novices’ volleyball provincial matches in November

The Sri Lanka Volleyball Federation (SLVB) has announced that the provincial matches for the 2025 Munchee Novices Men’s and Women’s Volleyball Tournament will be held on November 22–23 at the Walagedara Divisional Sports Complex, Mathugama.

Sri Lanka beat Nepal, post third win

Sri Lanka secured its third win in the 2025 Central Asia Nation Cup Men’s Volleyball Tournament yesterday by defeating Nepal.

Sri Lanka Finishes Second with 40 Medals at 4th South Asian Senior Athletics Championships

Sri Lanka’s athletes delivered an outstanding performance at the 4th South Asian Senior Athletics Championships (SASAC) 2025, finishing second overall behind hosts India with a total of 40 medals, including 16 gold, 14 silver, and 10 bronze.

Dulanjana appointed as Sri Lions Head Coach

Sri Lankan rugby star Dulanjana Wijesinghe is set to take on a new challenge, having been appointed as the Head Coach of Sri Lions SC for the upcoming 2025/2026 rugby season. The appointment marks a major step forward for both the former Wesley College star and the club, with the new season scheduled to kick off next month.

ATF Under 14 Week 1 Tournament: Denethma clinch Girls Singles Title

Sri Lanka’s Denethma Ekanayake clinched the Girls U14 singles title of the ATF Under 14 Week 1 Girls and Boys tennis tournament by recording a comfortable two sets to nil over Sheshandri Fernando in the final played at the SLTA tennis courts in Greenpath, Colombo.

2025 Munchee Super League National Volleyball Championship: Volleyball Championship applications close today

The Sri Lanka Volleyball Federation (SLVB) has announced that applications for the 2025 Munchee Super League National Volleyball Championship (Men’s and Women’s) will close today (27).

Under-13 Cricket : Riyon spins Royal to outright win

Left-arm spinner Riyon Perera put in a sterling bowling performance as he ended with impressive match bag figures of 14/54 to guide Royal to record a convincing outright win by eight wickets over St. John’s Panadura in the Under-13 inter-school cricket tournament encounter played at Reid Avenue.

4th South Asian Senior Athletics Championship 2025: Chamod, Safiya crowned South Asia’s fastest sprinters

Sri Lankan athletes Chamod Yodhsingha and Safiya Yamic emerged as South Asia’s fastest man and woman at the 4th South Asian Senior Athletics Championship 2025, which concluded yesterday in Ranchi, India.

All Island Schools 2025: Isipathana U-16 hockey team declared joint champs

The Isipathana College Under-16 hockey team, captained by Mandiv Ranasinghe, showcased their best talents throughout the All Island Schools Under-16 Hockey Championship 2025 and were declared Joint Champions after the final against Vidyartha College, Kandy, was called off due to bad weather.

Villa victory ends Man City’s nine-match unbeaten run

Unai Emery celebrated three years as Aston Villa manager with a hard-fought victory to end off-colour Manchester City’s nine-game unbeaten run.

4th South Asian Senior Athletic Championship 2025 Sri Lanka wins three gold medals on SASAC opening day

Sri Lankan athletes Pasindu Malshan, Chamod Yodhsingha, and Shafiya Yamick won three gold medals for Sri Lanka on the opening day of the 4th South Asian Senior Athletic Championship (SASAC) 2025, held yesterday.

Sri Lanka and Pakistan share spoils in washed out World Cup clash

A torrential downpour once again called the tune in Colombo as the Women’s Cricket World Cup fixture between Pakistan and Sri Lanka was abandoned after just 4.2 overs on yesterday.

Denethma, Sheshandri, Alex, Shun clash in final

The curtain on the ATF Under-14 Week 1 boys and girls tennis tournament will come down today when the finalists will clash for the title at the SLTA tennis courts in Greenpath, Colombo.

Yevan David another leap to racing stardom

Sri Lanka’s most acclaimed young racing driver Yevan David who has turned into an overnight sensation arrived in the country on Thursday after winning the Rookie Championship and the runner-up titles at the Euro Formula Open

Under 13 Cricket St Sylvester’s boy takes 8/18

An impressive grab of 8 for 18 by right arm spinner Dinuja Bandara helped St Sylvester’s College to record an outright win by an innings and 12 runs over Royal College, Polonnaruwa in their Under 13 inter-school cricket tournament

Martis goes back to school

In a major boost for Isipathana College rugby, trophy winning coach Sanath Martis will be taking over coaching his old school at the 2026 season.

Rain or Shine, Gear Up for a Thrilling Weekend of Sport

As rain clouds drift across Sri Lanka this weekend, outdoor plans might be off — but that’s hardly bad news for sports lovers. From the Premier League’s late-night battles to India’s crucial ODI in Sydney and the roar of Formula 1

Frank Hubert appeals to Peterites

Former St. Peter’s College cricketer, rugby player, Sri Lanka exponent and referee Frank Hubert makes a fervent plea in this article exclusively to the Daily Mirror in which he calls on all Peterites to take stock of how and why his alma

MCA to host Sri Lanka Cricket Journalists for T20 Match

The Mercantile Cricket Association (MCA) will host Sri Lanka’s Cricket Journalists from print, electronic, and radio media at a T20 hardball cricket match followed by a fellowship luncheon, in appreciation of their support for MCA

Italy-based Sri Lankans at sporting gala

The KENIHA ASD Club and Sports Academy, under the leadership of its founder Ravindra Kumarage and team, successfully organised the KENIHA Hoops and Goals 2025, an international netball and basketball tournament, held

Central Asia Nations Cup Men’s Volleyball Tournament 2025 Bangladesh edge out Sri Lanka 3–2 in thrilling clash

Host nation Bangladesh defeated Sri Lanka in a thrilling five-set encounter, securing a 3–2 victory in the Central Asia Nations Cup Men’s Volleyball Tournament 2025 held yesterday.

England women crash to first defeat

England lost their first match of the Women’s Cricket World Cup as they suffered a six-wicket defeat by the formidable defending champions Australia in Indore on Wednesday.

No venue: PGA Tour cancelled

The PGA Tour has cancelled its 2026 season-opening event in Hawaii after failing to find an alternative venue to host The Sentry.

Next generation sailors set for major Asian-Oceana test

Sri Lanka’s junior sailors are all set to contest the International Optimist Dinghy Association (IODA) Asian and Oceana Championships that starts on October 25 in Oman.

Born to fight: The kid who ditched football for boxing

There’s a quiet intensity about Danil Tissaaratchy, a name fast emerging in Sri Lanka’s boxing circles. At just 23, the Back 2 Fit boxer has already carved a reputation for his fierce discipline and relentless drive — qualities that seem to run in his blood.

Kulathunga crowned HSBC Premier Golf Champ

The 12th edition of the HSBC Premier Golf Tournament concluded at the picturesque Nuwara Eliya Golf Club, attracting a record participation of over 140 golfers that culminated in Deanath Kulathunga winning the top prize.