SL players and support staff on tour of South Africa test negative for Covid-19

The results of the second PCR test given by all players and support staff members were found to be negative for Covid-19.

Arthur comfortable with local umpires officiating in South Africa

The introduction of two home team umpires for bilateral series after nearly two decades due to the logistical challenges of travelling given flight restrictions in place globally will mean South African umpires will officiate in both the Tests.

Thisara, Udana among Icon players for Abu Dhabi T10 league

Udana is set to showcase his slower ball variations as the Icon player for the Bangla Tigers. He has come to be known as a T20 specialist in the world of franchise cricket thanks to his performances in the Indian Premier League and Afghanistan Premier League.

No practice match for Sri Lanka before first Test

’’The three-day practice match which was scheduled to be played at Willowmoore Park, Benoni will not be played and Dimuth Karunratne’s team will play only two tests matches on this tour’’, a source close to the team management said from Pretoria.

NOC chief Subramaniam proposes setting up National Sports Authority

National Olympic Committee (NOC) president Suresh Subramaniam has proposed the formation of a National Sports Aut

Central Crusaders win inaugural Li Ning–Lanka Shuttle Challenge

Central Crusaders swept to a 3-0 lead when Goonathilake and Hasara Wijeratne won the mixed doubles defeating Roshan Padma Kumara and Nilasi Balasooriya 21-12 21-14 before Dumindu Abeywickrama stunned Sachin Dias 21-11, 17-21, 21-2 in the men’s singles. Sethum Perera won the boys’ singles tie against Kaviru Sanjitha 21-19 21-14.

Jaffna Stallions crush Gladiators, win LPL’s inaugural title

A wicket in the first over, that of Hazratullah Zazai, and the unfortunate run out of man in form Danushka Gunatilaka in the second over, with just three runs on the board, put the Galle Gladiators on the back foot in their chase of the 189-run target.

Jaffna Stallions win at a canter to qualify for LPL final

The Viiking lost two early wickets in their run chase, inside the first three overs with the score on 18, and despite a third wicket partnership of 44 between Niroshan Dickwella and Upul Tharanga, could never get ahead of the chase.

No replacement for Mathews for South Africa tour

According to sources in Hambantota, the 33-year-old all-rounder, who has been selected in the 22-member squad may be out of cricket for about 3-4 weeks.

Galle Gladiators win thriller, qualify for LPL final

As much as the dropped catches may have cost the Kings, credit cannot be taken away from Dhananjaya Lakshan, who turned out to be the Gladiators’ hero as he made an unbeaten 31 off 23 balls to guide the side to a thrilling victory.

Father of Sanath Jayasuriya passes away

The late Mr Jayasuriya was 86 years at the time of his demise.

Qais stuns Viiking as Kings clinch top spot

An extraordinary half-century from leg-spinner Qais Ahmad, who earlier had figures of 2 for 23 in his more proficient skill, proved pivotal in Friday’s result, confirming the Kings’ position at the top of the points table and setting up a semi-final against the Galle Gladiators on Sunday.

Herschelle Gibbs suspended by Colombo Kings, Rangana Herath appointed new coach

The 46-year-old South African opener came to Sri Lanka as a TV commentator but was appointed as a coach of the Colombo Kings franchise team.

Decision on South African tour to be made tomorrow

If a decision is taken to send the team, two key persons, Dr. Daminda Attanayake and the head coach Mickey Arthur, will be sent next Monday to assess the arrangements before the team is flown after the Lanka Premier League (LPL).

Madugalle, Dharmasena to officiate in LPL tomorrow

Madugalle, a member of the ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees has refereed in seven ICC Cricket World Cups, including the finals of 1999, 2003, 2015, and 2019 tournaments, whilst Dharmasena, has won the ICC David Shepherd Trophy for Umpire of the Year in 2012 and 2018.

21st ISAC meet likely to be cancelled

The premier athletic competition among international schools, ISAC attracts 2500 participants from 24 schools.

Health Ministry not comfortable with Sri Lanka’s tour of South Africa

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) officials had an important meeting with a key member of the health ministry and the mindset was conveyed to SLC.

Fielding won us match against Colombo Kings -- Gunathilaka

Sri Lanka tour of South Africa to come under consideration

Outbreak of Covid-19 in England and South Africa camp leaves Sri Lanka’s tour in limbo

AIMS sets LSR Colombo International Marathon for October 3

This international marathon could not be held in 2019 because of the Easter attacks and this year owing to COVID-19 pandemic.

LPL will do for Sri Lankan cricket what IPL has done for Indian cricket - Irfan Pathan

The former Indian national cricketer is in Sri Lanka as a member of the Kandy Tuskers franchise for this season’s LPL.

Ramith Rambukwella replaces Aftab Alam in LPL

The 29-year-old opening batsman, Rambukwella, who can also bowl off-breaks replaces Afghanistan’s pace bowler Aftab Alam. Alam left the Lanka Premier League (LPL) because of his own illness.

Chandimal halts Jaffna Stallions’ winning spree

After keeping the Stallions down to 149 for nine, the Kings went on to reach their target with six wickets and four deliveries to spare.

Shoaib Malik promises to bring his Indian wife to Sri Lanka in next LPL

Sania and son Izhaan Mirza Malik recently went to Pakistan to support Shoaib in the Pakistan Super League (PSL).

Two more players leave LPL

Pakistan’s Sohail Tanvir and Canadian Ravinderpal Singh, who tested positive for Covid-19, will play no part in the tournament.

Afridi leaving LPL to be with sick daughter

’’Unfortunately I have a personal emergency to attend to back home. I will return to join back my team at LPL immediately after the situation is handled. All the best,’’ he tweeted.

Most important thing is to rotate the strike - Perera

Perera followed up his 97 not out against Dambulla Viiking the previous day with an equally impressive 68 off just 28 balls inclusive of five fours and five hits over the rope, taking him past Dasun Shanaka as the leading run-scorer of the tournament so far. To cap off his evening, he came back to claim two wickets and three catches to derail the Tuskers’ pursuit of 186.

LPL an investment for the future - SLC Secretary

“They have made a major part of the due payment (for the LPL), and while we can offset the payments against future production costs for inbound tour next year, we have given them time to make the rest of the payment before that,” de Silva added.

LPL LIVE BLOG: Jaffna Stallions face Kandy Tuskers

Table toppers Jaffna Stallions look to extend unbeaten run against Kandy Tuskers

Asanka Gurusinha appointed Nigeria coach

The 54-year-old’s appointment was confirmed by Musa Ehizoje Bodie, the Public Relations Officer Nigeria Cricket Federation.