Holder takes six as England slump in first Test

West Indies captain Jason Holder returned Test-best figures of 6-42 as England slumped to 204 all out on the second day of the series opener at Southampton on Thursday. When bad light forced an early close, West Indies had lost just the one wicket to be 57-1, a deficit of 147 runs.

England, West Indies take a knee as rain clouds return of international cricket

International cricket resumed after a four-month coronavirus shutdown on Wednesday as England and West Indies players, who rekindled the powerful imagery of clenched fists inside black gloves, took a knee under grey skies in Southampton in support of the global campaign against racial injustice Only 82 minutes’ play was possible on a day marred by rain and bad light interruptions after weeks of glorious sunshine in Britain.

Batting holds key to England-Windies series

Batting could well determine which side emerges on top when international cricket resumes after months of coronavirus-enforced lockdown with the first Test between England and the West Indies at Southampton starting on Wednesday.

Kusal Mendis released on bail after causing fatal accident

A day after being arrested for running over a 64-year old-man in Panadura, just south of Colombo, Kusal Mendis has been released on bail.

Match fixing inquiry suspended

Ex-Sri Lanka skipper Sangakkara grilled in World Cup fixing probe

Sri Lanka questions World Cup opener Tharanga in fixing probe

Bangladesh tour of Sri Lanka postponed due to lack of preparation

Citing lack of preparation caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) and Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) have decided to postpone Bangladesh’s tour of Sri Lanka to a mutually-planned later date.

Seven more Pakistan cricketers have coronavirus ahead of UK tour

Three Pakistan cricketers test positive for coronavirus

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced Monday that three players have tested positive for coronavirus ahead of the team’s tour of England next month.

Sri Lankan ’sold’ 2011 cricket World Cup final: minister

Sri Lanka “sold” the 2011 World Cup final to India, the country’s former sports minister said on Thursday, reviving one of cricket’s most explosive match-fixing controversies.

Bidders seek guarantees as India tour called off

Uncertainty surrounding Sri Lanka’s Future Tour Programme (FTP) has driven potential bidders for national team sponsorship, ground and media rights of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) for 2020-2023 to seek a guarantee that the schedule – particularly India’s tour of Sri Lanka – will be implemented.

Former Pakistan captain Afridi tests positive for COVID-19

India tour of Sri Lanka postponed

The India National Team tour of Sri Lanka has been postponed indefinitely due to the current global health crisis sweeping across the world.

Sammy urges IPL teammates to clear the air on alleged racist calls

Coronavirus substitutes allowed in Tests

Pakistan wants Sri Lanka to host 2020 Asia Cup

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has offered Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) to host this year’s edition of the Asia Cup in September, SLC Secretary Mohan de Silva said. SLC will now seek government’s clearance on going ahead with the tournament contested by six Asian countries.

Madushanka’s addiction a wake-up call for SLC

Two weeks before 25-year-old Shehan Madushanka’s arrest, police warned his parents that he was addicted to drugs. They bent the rules for him because of his prospects as a national cricketer. But his mother’s pleas fell on deaf ears.

CA wants T20 World Cup pushed to 2021 as politics takes spooky turn

Cricket Australia has asked the International Cricket Council to postpone this year’s men’s Twenty20 World Cup for 12 months as the sport’s global politics turned into a chapter out of a spy novel.

Shehan Madushanka suspended over possession of heroin

Sri Lanka Cricket today suspended cricketer Shehan Madushanka from all forms of cricket after he was remanded till June 2 by the Kuliyapitiya Magistrate on the charges of possessing heroin.

Outcry leads to suspension of Diyagama cricket stadium project

A social media outcry triggered by the ill-timed announcement that a multi-million dollar cricket stadium was to be built in Homagama forced its suspension after Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa gave heed to those campaigning against the initiative.

Anil Kumble-led ICC Cricket Committee recommends ban on usage of saliva to shine balls

New Delhi: The Anil Kumble-led ICC Cricket Committee on Monday recommended banning the use of saliva to shine the ball owing to the COVID-19 pandemic. During a meeting over a video conference, the committee also pushed for bringing back two non-neutral umpires for all internationals matches.

Jamieson, Patel, Conway offered NZC contracts

Fast bowler Kyle Jamieson, spinner Ajaz Patel and batsman Devon Conway have been awarded a New Zealand Cricket (NZC) contract for the first time.

Arthur’s answer to saliva ban

SLC gearing up for ‘tougher’ times

A possible abandonment of the home series against South Africa and India in May and June may not trigger a long term financial loss as the home Board is confident it can reschedule the tours within the current cricket cycle—but it will certainly leave a gaping hole in Sri Lanka Cricket’s (SLC) cash flow this year.

Continuity’ - De Mel’s mantra

Chief cricket selector Ashantha De Mel often speaks of ’continuity’ to give players a fair run in the team. The strategy seems to be bearing fruit. Sri Lanka’s 3-0 triumph against West Indies in the ODIs came against the backdrop of resolute selection, something that will be adhered to again as the team prepares for the World T20 qualifiers in Australia later this year.

South Africa series hangs in the balance

South Africa’s tour of Sri Lanka, due for late May, is likely to be postponed in light of the global fight against Covid-19. The numbers of dead and infected worldwide keep rising and the global fight against the disease has caused lockdowns in most countries and closed international borders as well as restricted internal movement.

COVID-19 postpone ICC Cricket tournaments

The International Cricket Council today has announced further action in response to the global COVID-19 pandemic.

Kumar Sangakkara in self-quarantine after Colombo return

Kumar Sangakkara is currently in self-quarantine at his home in Colombo, after he returned home from a visit to the United Kingdom. This is as per the Sri Lanka government’s guidelines for those who have recently returned from Europe.

Australia cancels all cricket because of the coronavirus