Hasaranga most wanted even half fit

Sri Lanka will be banking heavily on talismanic leg-spinner Wanindu Hasaranga when they open their Asia Cup T20 campaign against Bangladesh in Abu Dhabi on Saturday in what promises to be a defining early clash of the

Maldives Crowned Champions of Inaugural South Asian Super Cup

The Maldives National Football Team emerged champions of the Inaugural South Asian Super Cup 2025, defeating Sri Lanka 4–1 on aggregate after two matches. With this victory, the Maldivian team secured the prestigious South

Dineth Liyanage shatters 22-year-old record

Dineth Liyanage of Weera Keppetipola Central College, Akuramboda, produced a record-breaking performance on the second day of the 93rd Sir John Tarbat Senior Athletic Championship yesterday at the Mahinda Rajapaksa Stadium,

Under 19 Cricket Arosha shines in Devapathiraja’s easy win

One of Sri Lanka’s shining young batters, Arosha Sithumina de Silva carried his form from junior to senior level as he shone with a 39-ball knock of 68 that included nine boundaries and four sixes in Devapathiraja MMV’s easy six

St Sebastian’s too struggle to make 201

The second day’s proceedings of the Under 19 Division One Tier ‘A’ inter-school cricket final had St Sebastian’s College too crawl as did Royal College on the opening day when the match resumed at the P Sara Stadium yesterday.

Has Sri Lanka found a wildcard for Asia Cup?

Sri Lanka may have found its batting wildcard ahead of the Asia Cup that got underway yesterday.

Budding Sri Lanka football players get further boost from AC Milan

Italian club AC Milan returned to Sri Lanka for the second edition of its AC Milan Junior Camp hosted in partnership with the Colombo Athletic & Football Academy.

Budding Thomians come out to play

The second edition of S Thomas’ College Mount Lavinia and S Thomas’ Prep rugby match will take place on September 13 at the Small Club Ground.

Liyanage’s absence felt

Janith Liyanage has been drafted into Sri Lanka’s squad for the Asia Cup in the United Arab Emirates, replacing youngster Nuwanidu Fernando as the selectors look to strengthen the squad with an additional batter.

Pulindu explodes with first double century

Pulindu Perera slammed the first double ton of the ongoing Under 23 Emerging Club two day cricket tournament when he made a career best knock of 223 to help Nugegoda S&WC taking first lease of the wicket to make a formidable score of 346 for 8 declared against Army SC on day one in the match played at the Army ground in Dombagoda.

Lahiru Achintha sets new 3000m record 

Promising schoolboy athlete Lahiru Achintha of St. Aloysius College, Ratnapura, stole the limelight on the opening day of the 93rd Sir John Tarbat Senior Athletic Championship 2025 by breaking an 11-year-old record yesterday at the Mahinda Rajapaksa stadium in Diyagama.

Algama underlines his prowess

Sri Lanka’s rising golf star, Reshan Algama once again underlined his prowess on the international stage by finishing in a commendable tied 11th at the Thailand Junior Championship 2025.

Zimbabwe vs Sri Lanka - 3rd T20I: Mishara’s maiden fifty seals T20I series for Sri Lanka

Zimbabwe put forward a team effort led by Tadiwanashe Marumani’s fourth T20I fifty to post an imposing 191 for 8. But Sri Lanka’s top four batters made light work of their target by ending the game with 14 balls and eight wickets to spare. With it, Sri Lanka took the series 2-1.

Maldives lead 1-0 in South Asian Super Cup series

Sri Lanka face a must-win challenge tomorrow (09) when they take on the Maldives in the decisive second match of the inaugural South Asian Super Cup football series at the Racecourse Grounds, Colombo, at 5.00 p.m.

93rd Sir John Tarbat Senior Athletic Championship begins today

The 93rd Ritzbury Sir John Tarbat Senior Athletic Championship 2025 will commence today (08) at the Mahinda Rajapaksa Stadium, Diyagama, with the Under-20 Girls’ 5000m final as one of the opening events. The Sri Lanka Schools Athletic Association (SLSAA) has scheduled 15 finals for the first day.

Piastri told to let Norris past as Verstappen wins

McLaren’s approach to racing in the title fight between their drivers sparked controversy as Max Verstappen won the Italian Grand Prix for Red Bull.

Sri Lanka faces Maldives in South Asian Super Cup

The inaugural South Asian Super Cup Football 2025, introduced by Football Sri Lanka (FSL), kicks off today with Sri Lanka taking on the Maldives in the first of a two-match series at the Racecourse Ground, Colombo. The second

Mahanama resigns from National Sports Council

Former Sri Lanka cricket star and respected sports administrator Roshan Mahanama has stepped down from his position as a member of the National Sports Council (NSC). Mahanama, who was appointed to the council for the

Royal College’s foray into archery Aiming for Olympic Heights

Royal College, Colombo, one of Sri Lanka’s most prominent sporting institutions, has added a new feather to its cap with the introduction of archery — a sport with Olympic pedigree and untapped potential in the country. Though

Under-23 Emerging Club Tournament First innings win for Police SC

Police SC had to be satisfied with a first innings win over Kurunegala YCC in the Under-23 Emerging Club two-day cricket tournament at Police Park. The second day’s play saw Kurunegala YCC in reply to Police SC’s score of 303

Golf carnival in Nuwara Eliya

Nuwara Eliya Golf Club (NEGC) will host two tournaments today and tomorrow with the participation of over 70 golfers.

3rd Youth ODI Sri Lanka U19 crush West Indies U19 to take 2-1 lead

Sri Lanka Under-19 took a 2-1 lead in the seven-match Youth ODI over hosts West Indies with a crushing eight-wicket win in the third match played at Coolidge.

32nd MCA Super Premier League Maliban Biscuits and CDB ‘A’ notch second win

Maliban Biscuits and CDB ‘A’ recorded their second successive win in the 32nd MCA Super Premier League tournament. Maliban Biscuits coasted to a comfortable six-wicket win over Fairfirst Insurance at MCA ground while

79th Bradby Shield ROYAL WARY OF TRINITY FIGHTBACK

The second leg of the 79th Bradby Shield rugby encounter between traditional rivals Trinity and Royal will get underway today at the Royal Sports Complex. Kick-off is at 4.15 p.m.

Kamindu Mendis’ late surge gives Sri Lanka win by four wickets

Kamindu Mendis’ late innings helped Sri Lanka recover from a collapse to win the opening T20I against Zimbabwe in Harare. The victory puts Sri Lanka 1-0 up in the series, leaving Zimbabwe to regret missed chances in a closely fought contest.

Isuru Lakshan cleared of doping charges

The Sri Lanka Anti-Doping Agency (SLADA) yesterday cleared 400m athlete Isuru Lakshan of doping allegations and released him from all charges.

Miracle girl defies death to grace World Cup

As Abi Burton listened to God Save the King ring out around Franklin’s Gardens, the emotions rolled in.

England given brutal reality check by South Africa

England were bundled out for just 131 and thrashed by seven wickets in the first one-day international at Headingley as South Africa handed out a bruising reality check to the hosts’ new era of white-ball cricket under captain Harry Brook.

MAS grabs major honours at Mercantile badminton

In a stunning show of class, Team MAS led by their captain Randika Fernando let the shuttle do the talking as they displayed amazing sporting spirit and stamped their authority at the recently concluded Mercantile Badminton Tournament winning a Grand Slam Championship title and a Bowl Championship Runners-up spot at the Mercantile Badminton Association Courts in Colombo.

Wasim Cader steals the show at Monthly Medal golf

Wasim Cader became the overall winner at the Visa Monthly Medal Championship at the Royal Colombo Golf Club (RCGC) with a remarkable score of 62 Nett.