More overseas coaches are taking over decision-making in the Sri Lanka cricket team with the appointment of two more foreigners, one named as the national bowling coach and the other taking over as the fielding and spin bowling coach.

England’s all-time leading wicket-taker James Anderson says he “hated every minute” of playing in The Hundred last year and intends to go on holiday during the 2026 tournament.

Emma Raducanu has delayed the start of her clay-court season as she continues her recovery from a viral illness, according to her representatives.

Sri Lanka’s in-form opener Pathum Nissanka made his much-awaited IPL debut on Wednesday for Delhi Capitals (DC) against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). However, his stay at the crease was short-lived as he was dismissed for just one run.

The winning Ananda Sastralaya cricketers that beat St. John’s College Nugegoda in the Battle of Kotte comprising Koshitha Madanayake (captain), Yohan Lakshitha, Dineth Kulasekera, Bingun Anuhas, Sandev Perera, Tharuja Dilnayana, Delusha Denuwan, Du

Sri Lanka made a winning start to the Asian Games 2026 men’s hockey qualifier by defeating Uzbekistan 3–1 in their opening match in Bangkok, Thailand yesterday.

The Sir Lanka Golf Ranking Tournament concluded at Rajawella after three days delivering competitive golf that made Chalitha Pushpika winning the event with a magnificent final round with a score of 68.

Haroon Aslam, representing Texas Wesleyan University, secured his first inter-collegiate victory at the Roadrunner Golf Classic held recently in Georgia in the USA.

Tiger Woods has turned down the role of United States Ryder Cup captain next year in Ireland, the PGA of America has announced.

England fast bowler Josh Tongue says he has “learned” from the New Zealand nightclub episode in which team-mate Harry Brook was punched by a bouncer.

The 2026 NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) Division One men’s basketball tournament has reached its climax, with the Final Four set to take place this weekend at the Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, USA.

Fakhar Zaman has been given a two-match ban in the Pakistan Super League after being found guilty of ball tampering.

Chelsea have announced the biggest pre-tax loss in Premier League history.

Former New York Marathon winner Albert Korir has been banned for five years after admitting to doping.

Lyceum International School’s right arm spin and pace pair of Sadil Dias and Vidusha Wijeratne sent Kingswood College reeling on the first day of their three day Under 19 Division 2 Tier A semifinal encounter at Horana yesterday.

An unbeaten knock of 141 by Rajith Navodya helped Maliyadeva College to make a bold reply of 326 for 6 at the end of the second day against arch rivals St Anne’s College in their Under 19 Division 1 Tier B quarter final encounter at Darley Road yes

An unbeaten quick-fire 69-ball knock of 77 with 11 boundaries and a six by Chenuka Dodangoda helped Ananda Sastralaya Kotte coast to a comfortable five wicket win over traditional rivals St John’s College Nugegoda in their 26th Battle of Sri Jayawa

Christ King College Ja-Ela cruised through to the semifinal of the Under 19 Division 2 Tier B cricket tournament with a convincing nine wicket win over St Thomas’ College Matale in the quarter final encounter at the Dambulla Stadium yesterday.

Youngster Kumar Danushan and Pro golfer Vijitha Bandara were tied on top position with 146 strokes each at the NRT Golf Ranking Tournament at Rajawella yesterday.

Four-time world champions Italy failed to qualify for a place at the 2026 football World Cup after a devastating penalty shootout defeat at the hands of Bosnia-Herzegovina.

Chance Sports Company and its Director Lasantha Amarasinghe commenced what it calls a “Cricket Spring for the Village” project launched for players who cannot play cricket in the most difficult areas.

The 66th Battle of the Babes encounter between St Sylvester’s College and Vidyartha College will be played on April 2 and 3 at the Pallekelle International Cricket Stadium.

The 24th Inter Plantation Rugby Sevens, organised by the Dickoya Maskeliya Cricket Club will take place on April 4 at the Darawela ground, with the first kick-off scheduled for 9 am.

Right arm spinner Vigneswaran Akash wrecked the batting of St Peter’s College in the second innings with an eight wicket haul to give St Joseph’s College the edge when play ended on day two in the Under 19 Division 1A quarter final encounter play

Virat Kohli hit an unbeaten 69 as Royal Challengers Bengaluru began the defence of their Indian Premier League title by cruising past Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Northamptonshire head coach Darren Lehmann has said England players do not play enough county cricket and selectors have overlooked talent in the domestic game.

Lahore Qalandars were penalised for ball tampering during their Pakistan Super League defeat by Karachi Kings.

Max Verstappen says he is considering his future in Formula 1 after finishing eighth in the Japanese Grand Prix.

British teenager Carys Lloyd held off former world champion Elisa Balsamo to claim her first ever professional victory in a sprint finish at the Tour of Brugge.

The 24th inter plantation rugby Sevens is set to once again unite the plantation community in a vibrant celebration of sport and camaraderie when it kicks off at Darawela in Dickoya on April 4.