Havies gear up for new season with new plans

Celebrating 110 years of rugby excellence, Havelock Sports Club announced a roster of sponsors for the 2025/26 rugby season, strengthening its status as one of Sri Lanka’s top rugby contenders.

Thomian boy misses 10-wicket haul

A match bag of 9 for 35 by right arm spinner Sadhin Ekanayake paved the way for S. Thomas’ College to coast to an outright win by an innings and 38 runs over Methodist High School Moratuwa in their Under 13 inter-school cricket encounter played at Horana.

Sri Lanka too strong for Malaysia

Vimoksha Balasooriya continued her batting prowess as she hit a quick-fire 62 inclusive of ten boundaries in just 42 balls while right arm leg spinner Aseni Thalagune bagged five scalps to help Sri Lanka U-19 coast to a convincing 117 runs win over the visiting Malaysia women in the third of the five T20 encounters at the Colts ground which was their third successive win.

Kandy SC’s Attanagoda hangs up his boots

Veteran Kandy Sports Club player Lasith Attanagoda has decided to call it a day from competitive rugby, ending an illustrious 12-year journey with the country’s most successful team.

Nepal Defeats Sri Lanka 3–1 at CAVA Women’s U-19 Volleyball Championship

Nepal handed Sri Lanka their first defeat at the Central Asian Volleyball Association (CAVA) Women’s Under-19 Volleyball Championship 2025, securing a 3–1 victory in their match played yesterday at the Sugathadasa Indoor Stadium, Colombo.

9000 runs and drugs end career of Zimbabwe’s Williams

Former Zimbabwe captain Sean Williams’ international career is over after he entered a rehabilitation programme to treat drug addiction, the country’s cricket association has announced.

CH eyeing Kiwi and Fiji

Last season’s Plate champs CH and FC have set their sights on signing a foreign player ahead of the inter club league rugby tournament next week.

Colombo bags junior hockey championship

The Colombo Hockey Association (CHA) ended victorious at the 46th Junior Men’s Hockey Nationals at the Nandimithra Ekanayaka hockey turf, Matale after a thrilling final against the host team.

Anisimova joins undefeated Rybakina in Riyadh semis

Amanda Anisimova ’’embraced the fight’’ to overcome Iga Swiatek in three sets and join the undefeated Elena Rybakina in the knockout stage of the WTA Finals.

CH Eying Kiwi and Fiji

Last season’s Plate champs CH and FC have set their sights on signing a foreign player ahead of the inter club league rugby tournament next week.

NBA officials brief Congress committee over gambling probe

NBA officials met with a United States congressional committee on Wednesday regarding a gambling and sports betting investigation that included arrests for Miami’s Terry Rozier and ex-Portland coach Chauncey Billups, according to multiple reports.

RCB for sale, Diageo confirms process underway

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has officially been put up for sale by owner Diageo, which has begun the process and aims to complete it by March 31, 2026. The move could mark a new era for one of the IPL’s most popular and valuable franchises.

Wellalage to Lead Sri Lanka A in ACC Rising Stars Asia Cup

Left-arm spinner Dunith Wellalage has been named captain of Sri Lanka A for the upcoming ACC Rising Stars Asia Cup T20 2025, scheduled to be held in Doha later this month.

Ex-Zimbabwe cricket captain Williams treated for 'drug addiction'

Former Zimbabwe captain Sean Williams is being treated for drug addiction and will not play for the country again, the national cricket board said on Tuesday.

Mohammad Ashraful Appointed as Bangladesh Batting Coach

Former Bangladesh player Mohammad Ashraful has been appointed as the national batting coach ahead of the upcoming home series against Ireland.

Only one player under 30 in Australia Ashes squad

Australia chief selector George Bailey says the squad for the first Ashes Test against England deserves ’’respect’’ following criticism of the age of players.

Pakistan’s Rauf and Indian skipper Yadav punished over Asia Cup behaviour

Pakistan paceman Haris Rauf and Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav were punished by the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday for their inflammatory behaviour in September’s Asia Cup.

Liverpool defeat Real Madrid in Champions League after Mac Allister goal

Alexis Mac Allister scores a second-half winner after Courtois makes a string of fine saves to deny Liverpool.

Sabalenka to face Kyrgios in 'Battle of Sexes'

World number one Aryna Sabalenka will face Nick Kyrgios in a ’Battle of the Sexes’ exhibition match in the United Arab Emirates later this year.

Tickets to go on sale for ODI series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka from Tuesday

Tickets for the three-match ODI series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka will go on sale online from 12 pm on Tuesday, 4 November.

Trott and Afghanistan to part ways after 2026 T20 World Cup

Former England batter Jonathan Trott will leave his job as head coach of Afghanistan after next year’s men’s T20 World Cup.

FIFA dismisses Malaysia appeals in forgery scandal

FIFA on Monday announced it had dismissed the appeals lodged by Malaysia’s football federation (FAM) and its seven players in the on-going eligibility scandal linked to forged documents used for an Asia Cup qualifier.

Key records broken by champions India in CWC25 final

India’s first-ever ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup triumph saw several records tumble in a clinical display against South Africa.

India announces $5.75 million reward for women cricket World Cup winners

India’s cricket board on Monday announced a cash reward of $5.75 million for the women’s team after their triumphant World Cup campaign.

India clinch historic first ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup title

Deepti Sharma and Shafali Verma guided India to a historic 52-run victory over South Africa which saw the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 hosts lift the trophy for the first time.

India beat South Africa to win first Women’s Cricket World Cup title

India have won by 52 runs. They have won the Women’s World Cup for the first time!

Verma, Sharma help India post 298-7 in Women’s World Cup final

Half-centuries by Shafali Verma and Deepti Sharma helped India post a competitive 298-7 against South Africa in the Women’s World Cup final in Mumbai on Sunday.

Rain delays Women’s World Cup final between India and South Africa

Rain and a wet outfield delayed the start of the Women’s World Cup final between India and South Africa in Mumbai on Sunday.

What Sri Lankans Can Watch This Weekend: A Full Line-Up of Football and Cricket Action

Sri Lankan sports fans have a packed weekend ahead, with both football and cricket taking center stage. From late-night Premier League matches to high-stakes international T20s, there’s something exciting to tune into at every hour.

India and South Africa Clash for Glory in WC Final

History is on the line as South Africa vies for its first Women’s World Cup crown and India aims for home triumph. With fans filling the stadium and eyes around the world glued to the action, this final is set to be unforgettable.