Sri Lanka

Former Sri Lanka U-19 captain shot down in front of family

Former Sri Lanka Under-19 captain Dhammika Niroshana tragically passed away at the age of 41 after being shot by an unidentified assailant outside his residence in Ambalangoda, Sri Lanka. Sri Lankan authorities have launched an investigation to apprehend the perpetrator.

5 most popular hill stations in South Asia

As an elevated town from the nearby plain and valley, hill stations offer a stunning retreat. Away from the chaos of urban hustle and bustle, its clean atmosphere and exclusive nature uplifts one’s physical and mental being.

Sri Lanka head coach Silverwood resigns for personal reasons

Sri Lanka head coach Chris Silverwood has resigned from his position in order to spend more time with his family, the country's cricket board said on Thursday.

Eliminated Sri Lanka deliver big win over Dutch

Opener Kusal Mendis and middle-order batsman Charith Asalanka posted identical scores of 46 to set the pace for the 2014 champions in a total of 201 for six, the first 200-plus total ever posted at this ground in a T20 International.

'We've let our nation down': Angelo Mathews apologises to Sri Lankans

Veteran Sri Lankan cricketer Angelo Mathews has apologised for the squad’s poor performance at the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, acknowledging the team’s regret for disappointing the hopes of both the nation and the team.

Nothing is impossible, believes Hridoy

Bangladesh batter Towhid Hridoy believes anything is possible if someone really works really hard to achieve it.

Sri Lanka unhappy with ‘unfair’ travel schedule

Sri Lanka started their World Cup campaign on Monday with a six-wicket defeat to South Africa in New York and were in a rush after the game to get to Dallas, where they will face Bangladesh on June 8.

Pathirana: Sri Lanka's death 'sensation' for T20 World Cup

"Sri Lanka are banking on Matheesha Pathirana to turn around their fortunes in the upcoming T20 World Cup," cricket writer Rex Clementine wrote in The Island newspaper.

Hasaranga to lead star-studded Sri Lanka in T20 World Cup

All-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga will lead an experienced Sri Lanka outfit for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024.

July 17, 2024
July 17, 2024

Former Sri Lanka U-19 captain shot down in front of family

Former Sri Lanka Under-19 captain Dhammika Niroshana tragically passed away at the age of 41 after being shot by an unidentified assailant outside his residence in Ambalangoda, Sri Lanka. Sri Lankan authorities have launched an investigation to apprehend the perpetrator.

July 4, 2024
July 4, 2024

5 most popular hill stations in South Asia

As an elevated town from the nearby plain and valley, hill stations offer a stunning retreat. Away from the chaos of urban hustle and bustle, its clean atmosphere and exclusive nature uplifts one’s physical and mental being.

June 27, 2024
June 27, 2024

Sri Lanka head coach Silverwood resigns for personal reasons

Sri Lanka head coach Chris Silverwood has resigned from his position in order to spend more time with his family, the country's cricket board said on Thursday.

June 17, 2024
June 17, 2024

Eliminated Sri Lanka deliver big win over Dutch

Opener Kusal Mendis and middle-order batsman Charith Asalanka posted identical scores of 46 to set the pace for the 2014 champions in a total of 201 for six, the first 200-plus total ever posted at this ground in a T20 International.

June 16, 2024
June 16, 2024

'We've let our nation down': Angelo Mathews apologises to Sri Lankans

Veteran Sri Lankan cricketer Angelo Mathews has apologised for the squad’s poor performance at the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, acknowledging the team’s regret for disappointing the hopes of both the nation and the team.

June 8, 2024
June 8, 2024

Nothing is impossible, believes Hridoy

Bangladesh batter Towhid Hridoy believes anything is possible if someone really works really hard to achieve it.

June 4, 2024
June 4, 2024

Sri Lanka unhappy with ‘unfair’ travel schedule

Sri Lanka started their World Cup campaign on Monday with a six-wicket defeat to South Africa in New York and were in a rush after the game to get to Dallas, where they will face Bangladesh on June 8.

May 28, 2024
May 28, 2024

Pathirana: Sri Lanka's death 'sensation' for T20 World Cup

"Sri Lanka are banking on Matheesha Pathirana to turn around their fortunes in the upcoming T20 World Cup," cricket writer Rex Clementine wrote in The Island newspaper.

May 9, 2024
May 9, 2024

Hasaranga to lead star-studded Sri Lanka in T20 World Cup

All-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga will lead an experienced Sri Lanka outfit for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024.

May 7, 2024
May 7, 2024

Sri Lanka approves power deal with Adani Group

Sri Lanka is entering into a 20-year agreement with Adani Group to buy electricity from a $442-million wind power plant being built

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