Champs CR host Navy SC in curtain raiser

The Clifford Cup knockout rugby tournament will get underway today in Colombo with two important quarter-final encounters scheduled to be played simultaneously at 4 pm as the top eight clubs battle for a place in the semi-finals at one of Sri Lanka’s most prestigious rugby competitions.

India thrash Zimbabwe in T20 World Cup, S.Africa into semi-finals

Defending champions India thrashed Zimbabwe by 72 runs in their Super Eights T20 World Cup match on Thursday, a result that guaranteed South Africa a place in the semi-finals.

Hosannas for custodians, Jackal anthems for cricketers

One of Sri Lanka’s most famous and adored sons, Muttiah Muralidaran the world’s most iconic bowler of 800 Test scalps once told a journalist that he would be able to muster enough votes to enter Parliament, but none would vote him to enter the administration of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), the so-called custodian of the sport.

Shanaka calls for mental health support after Sri Lanka’s Early T20 Exit

Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka has blamed “external negativity,” injury setbacks, and spin-friendly pitches for the team’s early T20 World Cup exit, calling on the government to protect players’ mental health.

From Glory to Struggle: Sri Lanka’s T20 rollercoaster

Sri Lanka’s T20 World Cup journey has been a whirlwind — champions in 2014 and finalists in 2009 and 2012, but recent campaigns tell a tale of struggle, with early exits in 2022 and 2026.

Sri Lanka face must-win clash against New Zealand in Super Eight showdown

Sri Lanka will be desperate to correct their course when they take on New Zealand in a crucial Super Eight encounter of the T20 World Cup in Colombo on Wednesday.

Environmental groups vow not to allow project to proceed at same location

Concerns were raised after it was revealed that construction work on the proposed Jaffna International Cricket Stadium had commenced without obtaining mandatory environmental clearance.

Sri Lankan probed at Italy cricket scandal

I talian cricket is in crisis days after the country’s T20 World Cup debut, as it emerged that a senior national governing body official has been investigated over a sexual assault allegation.

Spiritual godfather of cricketers passes away

Charismatic clergyman, Rev Fr. Stephan Abraham who was the rector of St. Anthony’s College at Katugastota, a school that produced many a cricketer, passed away last Saturday.

Aghanistan appoint new head coach after Trott’s departure

The Afghanistan Cricket Board have named Richard Pybus as Jonathan Trott’s successor.

Brook’s blazing 100 fires England into T20 World Cup Semis

Captain Harry Brook smashed a sensational maiden T20I century to steer the England cricket team into the T20 World Cup semi-finals with a thrilling two-wicket win over the Pakistan national cricket team in Pallekele.

Full fixtures for ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 unveiled

Twelve sides will compete in the 10th edition of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup starting June 12.

UEFA suspend Benfica’s Prestianni after alleged racist abuse

UEFA on Monday suspended midfielder Gianluca Prestianni from Benfica’s Champions League play-off second leg against Real Madrid this week after he was accused of racially abusing Vinicius Junior.

West Indies smash Zimbabwe with 254-6 to shake up Super Eights Points Table

The West Indies blew away T20 World Cup surprise packages Zimbabwe by a colossal 107 runs in Mumbai on Monday as Shai Hope’s team opened their Super Eights campaign with a dominant victory.

Afghanistan to take on Sri Lanka in white-ball series

The white-ball series features three ODIs and three T20Is and gets underway from March 13.

Referee Chan: Asia Rugby Going the “Extra Mile”

Craig Chan has praised Asia Rugby and Sri Lanka Rugby for their commitment to supporting member unions through enhanced match officiating assistance.

Murali's coach Sunil no more

Former Antonian legendary coach Sunil Fernando passed away in Kandy recently after a brief illness. He coached some topclass former cricketers such as Muttiah Muralitharan and Kumar Sangakkara.

Change of Guard as Sanjaya Fernando elected new Referee Boss

Former Isipathana College and Sri Lanka Air Force Sports Club rugby player Sanjaya Fernando was elected as the President of the Sri Lanka Society of Rugby Football Referees (SLSRFR) in their Annual General Meeting (AGM), which concluded in Maharagama today.

England bowl out Sri Lanka for 95 to open Super 8 campaign in style

England kick-started their T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 campaign with a statement 51-run victory over hosts Sri Lanka at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on Sunday. Despite being restricted to a modest total of 146/9, England’s bowling attack, led by a clinical spell from Will Jacks, proved too much for the Sri Lankan batters, who collapsed for just 95 runs in 16.4 overs.

A Captain has Spoken

Forget the load of television pundits, leave aside the side-stepping rhetoric of coaches and the bunkum played out by captains and then bring in the unsung captain of the headsturning Zimbabwe cricket team that asked for nothing but gave something none may have asked for that has taken the sport to more people and places at the ongoing T20 World Cup.

Sri Lanka’s Super 8 fixture: Tickets ‘Sold Out’

Tickets for all of Sri Lanka’s Super 8 fixtures at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 have been completely sold out, according to the official ticketing platform of the International Cricket Council.

Table Toppers CR may have a match

The stage is set for a pulsating finale to the domestic season as the Inter-Club Rugby League 2025/2026 reaches its grand climax under lights at Longdon Place tomorrow when defending champions, Kandy Sports Club lock horns with CR and FC the League toppers in what is being touted as a final inside the League. Kick-off is scheduled for 7 pm. In a move by Sri Lanka Rugby, points difference accumulated during the league phase will not come into play

Colombo gears up for IRONMAN 70.3 with IRONKIDS

Colombo’s youngest athletes are set to take centre stage as IRONKIDS Colombo makes its exciting return as part of the build-up to the world-class IRONMAN 70.3 Colombo, placing children and families at the heart of Sri Lanka’s biggest endurance sports celebration.

Foreigners to Feature in Commander’s Cup Golf

The 13th Commander’s Cup Golf Championship 2026 will tee off at the Eagles Golf Links on Saturday with the first group scheduled to start at 6.00 am. The annual showpiece continues to grow in stature, drawing strong participation from across the island and overseas.

NOCSL to Hold Special General Meeting on March 14

The National Olympic Committee of Sri Lanka (NOCSL) has announced that a Special General Meeting (SGM) will be held on March 14 at 4.00 p.m. at the Hemasiri Fernando Auditorium, Olympic House, Independence Avenue, Colombo.

Zimbabwe Shock Sri Lanka to Stay Unbeaten

Zimbabwe national cricket team stunned Sri Lanka national cricket team with a commanding six-wicket victory to remain unbeaten at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.

Chan to officiate in Rugby Grand Finals

International referee Craig Chan who delivered a master class in control and composure, setting true Olympic-level and World Sevens Series standards will blow both the Plate and Cup Grand finals in Sri Lanka.

Madushanka Replaces Pathirana in Sri Lanka Squad

In a separate development, Sri Lanka have confirmed that Dilshan Madushanka has been approved as a replacement for Matheesha Pathirana in their squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.

Super Eights Confirmed: Sri Lanka to Face England, Pakistan and New Zealand

The Super Eights stage of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup is officially set, with groups confirmed as the tournament moves into its decisive phase.

Kandy SC declares reasons for Pakistan-like U-turn

Defending League rugby champions Kandy Sports Club has in a letter signed by its secretary Sujeewa Liyanage declared its reasons why it chose to compromise on its jealously guarded pride and decide to go against its own conviction and play in what is being touted as the “grand final” to determine the winners of the 2025-26 inter club championship.