Olympic medallist becomes first Briton to join Enhanced Games

Olympic swimmer Ben Proud has become the first British athlete to join the controversial Enhanced Games - but insists what he is doing is not undermining ’clean’ sport.

Sacked ref accused of making indecent image of child

Former Premier League referee David Coote has been charged with making an indecent image of a child.

All the squads for ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025

Hosts India were the first team to announce their 15-member squad for the Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025.

Sri Lanka squad for Women’s World Cup released

The Sri Lanka Cricket Selection Panel has selected a 15-member squad to participate in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025.

From pole to the top step! Yevan David

Next up, Round 7 in Barcelona from the 19th - 21st of September.

Asia Cup 2025 points table:

Asia Cup 2025 points table: Updated team rankings and net run rate after Afghanistan beat Hong Kong in tournament opener

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 tournament.

Afghanistan thrash Hong Kong in Asia Cup opener

Azmatullah Omarzai hammered a 20-ball fifty as Afghanistan thrashed Hong Kong by 94 runs in the opening match of the Asia Cup on Tuesday.

Asia Cup 2025 in UAE: Full schedule, match timings, and Sri Lanka’s fixtures

The wait is over. The Asia Cup 2025 kicks off today (September 9) in the UAE, with Afghanistan taking on Hong Kong in Abu Dhabi to set the stage for three weeks of high-octane cricket.

Have Sri Lanka found its wildcard for Asia Cup?

Carries an air of elegance and unpredictability, dazzling crowds with sheer flair, Sri Lanka may have found its batting wildcard ahead of the Asia Cup gets underway on September 10.

Subrayen’s bowling action found to be legal

The International Cricket Council (ICC) today confirmed that the bowling action of South Africa spinner Prenelan Subrayen has been found to be legal, and the player can continue bowling in international cricket.

Verstappen puts brakes on McLaren with record-breaking Italian GP victory

Max Verstappen slowed McLaren’s Formula One dominance on Sunday with a phenomenal display of driving on his way to victory at the Italian Grand Prix, the fastest ever race in the sports history.

A record-breaking success

In an outstanding display of skill and determination, S. Thomas’ College achieved a historic milestone on their 2025 UK cricket tour by winning all six matches played, a record achievement in the school’s cricketing history.

Mishara’s 73 powers Sri Lanka to series victory over Zimbabwe

Sri Lanka clinched the three-match T20I series against Zimbabwe with a dominant eight-wicket win in the decisive third match at the Harare Sports Club on Sunday (7).

Pakistan to host maiden T20I tri-series involving Afghanistan and Sri Lanka

The Pakistan Cricket Board will host its maiden T20I tri-series when Pakistan, Afghanistan and Sri Lanka feature in a three-nation tournament from 17 to 29 November.

Sinner vs Alcaraz at US Open: A rivalry tennis fans cannot miss

September 7 - The spotlight of world tennis falls on New York tonight, where Italy’s Jannik Sinner, ranked No. 1 in the world, takes on Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz, the world No. 2, in the men’s singles final of the US Open.

Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe:Decisive 3rd T20I clash in Harare today

The thrilling three-match T20I series between Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe will reach its climax today (September 7) with the decisive third and final T20 International at the Harare Sports Club. The match is set to begin at 5:00 p.m. local time.

The Rugby Championship 2025 - Week 3 of 6

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Former India cricketer backs Sri Lanka as Asia Cup 2025 finalists

With just days left for the highly anticipated Asia Cup 2025 tournament set to happen in the UAE from September 9 to 28, Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra said Sri Lanka could very well be the team to make the finals alongside India.

England recall all-rounder for South Africa, Ireland T20I series

England have made changes to their squads for the upcoming T20I series against South Africa and Ireland.

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.

Roshan Mahanama resigns from National Sports Council

Former Sri Lanka cricketer and international match referee Roshan Mahanama has resigned from his position as a member of the National Sports Council (NSC) with immediate effect, due to personal reasons.

Sikandar Raza becomes No. 1 ODI all-rounder for the first time

Zimbabwe’s star player Sikandar Raza has become the top-ranked all-rounder in the ICC Men’s ODI Player Rankings for the first time in his career after a fine show in the two-match series against Sri Lanka in Harare.

Australian fast bowler Starc retires from T20 international cricket

Prolific Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc announced his immediate retirement from T20 international cricket on Tuesday, saying he wanted to focus on his Test and ODI career.

Sri Lanka fined for slow over-rate in second ODI against Zimbabwe

Sri Lanka have been fined five per cent of their match fee for maintaining a slow over-rate in the second ODI against Zimbabwe in Harare on Sunday.

Record prize money revealed for Women’s Cricket World Cup

With less than a month until the start of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, the International Cricket Council have announced a staggering increase in the prize money for the tournament set to be staged in India and Sri Lanka.

Under-18 Elite Rugby Sevens 2025: Wesley stamp their class

Wesley College was in supreme form, defeating D.S. Senanayake College 19-12 in the Cup final at the All Island Under-18 Elite Rugby Sevens 2025, which concluded at Bogambara Stadium in Kandy.

Premier League, Cricket, Formula One and US Open Tennis

Sports fans in Sri Lanka are set for a thrilling weekend of non-stop action across football, cricket, Formula One and tennis. From the Premier League’s biggest fixtures to Sri Lanka’s ODI in Zimbabwe, the Dutch Grand Prix, and late-night US Open tennis, here’s your complete guide with match timings in Sri Lanka time (IST).

ICC releases ITT for media rights in Bangladesh, Pakistan and Sri Lanka

The International Cricket Council will yesterday release an Invitation to Tender (ITT) for media rights in the territories of Bangladesh, Pakistan and Sri Lanka from 2026 to 2028.

Madushanka picks up maiden hat-trick as SL edge Zimbabwe in thriller

In a thrilling first ODI of the three-match series, Sri Lanka defeated Zimbabwe by seven runs in the final over, thanks to a stunning maiden hat-trick by Dilshan Madushanka.