Sri Lanka thrash Afghanistan to win ODI series 2-1
Half-centuries by Sri Lanka openers Dimuth Karunaratne and Pathum Nissanka made short work of Afghanistan in a nine-wicket drubbing that clinched a 2-1 ODI series win for the hosts Wednesday.
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Afghanistan Tour of Sri Lanka, 2023 - Squads, Fixtures and All you need to know
Afghanistan Men's team are touring Sri Lanka to participate in a 3 match ODI series starting on the 2nd of June. The third and the final ODI will be played on the 7th of June, 2023.
ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2023 in Zimbabwe – Squads, Fixtures, Venues – All you need to Know
Zimbabwe will also host the Cricket World Cup Qualifier, with matches to be played across four venues in Harare and Bulawayo from June 18 to July 9 2023.
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Afghanistan to Tour Sri Lanka for a White-ball Series in Early June
Afghanistan Cricket Board today confirmed that the Afghanistan National Cricket Team will tour Sri Lanka for a three-match ODI series in early June.
Revised schedule confirmed for England Women’s white-ball series against Sri Lanka
Following a request from Sri Lanka Cricket due to the confirmation of the women’s cricket tournament at the 2023 Asian Games, ECB have mutually agreed to a schedule change to the England Women’s white-ball home series against Sri Lanka planned for September.
ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2022 Comment: Kohli lost for words as India, Sri Lanka start on winning note
Virat Kohli was lost for words as his unbeaten 82 took India to a stunning last-ball win against Pakistan in the T20 World Cup on Sunday after Sri Lanka had earlier strolled to a nine-wicket victory over Ireland.
Afghanistan to tour Sri Lanka in late November
Afghanistan Cricket Board today confirmed that the National Team will tour Sri Lanka for a three-match ODI series in late November.
Young England Lions squad confirmed for opening U19s Test against Sri Lanka
Young England Lions squad confirmed for opening U19s Test against Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka vs Australia, 2nd Test: Sri Lanka fight back against Australia on Day 2
Sri Lanka fought back well against Australia on day two of the 2nd Test, at the Galle International Stadium, Galle.
Sidra Amin's 123, Fatima Sana's four-fer earns Pakistan series win
Sidra Amin scored the second century of her ODI career as Pakistan sealed a 2-0 series win with a match to spare in the ICC Women’s Championship encounter against Sri Lanka
Ghulam Fatima, Sidra and Bismah star in Pakistan's thumping win
Leg-spinner Ghulam Fatima produced her career-best while seasoned opener Sidra Amin and captain Bismah Maroof stroked half-centuries as Pakistan recorded a crushing eight-wicket win over Sri Lanka
Great Learning becomes the ‘Official Overseas Team Sponsor of Sri Lanka Cricket’
Great Learning, the leading global edtech company for higher and professional education has partnered with Sri Lanka Cricket as the Official Overseas Team Sponsor.
Janette Brittin, Mahela Jayawardena and Shaun Pollock inducted into ICC Cricket Hall of Fame
Janette Brittin, Mahela Jayawardena and Shaun Pollock were announced as the newest inductees into the prestigious ICC Cricket Hall of Fame.
Lasith Malinga Career Review
Lasith Malinga Career Review
Dimuth Karunaratne closes in on top 10 of MRF Tyres ICC Men's Test Player Rankings
Sri Lanka captain Dimuth Karunaratne has closed in on a top-10 spot in the MRF Tyres ICC Men’s Test Player Rankings after a successful second Test against Bangladesh in Kandy which his side won by 209 runs to clinch the two-match series 1-0.
MCC World Cricket Committee: Latest Statements on Short Pitched bowling, DRS and More
The MCC World Cricket committee (WCC) met recently via Conference Call.
South Africa confirm Betway Test series against Sri Lanka
Cricket South Africa (CSA) and Sri Lanka Cricket are pleased to jointly confirm the two-match, Betway Test Series scheduled to be played in Centurion and Johannesburg from 26 December will continue as planned.
Sri Lanka and Bangladesh postpone tour
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) and the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) have decided to postpone the Bangladesh Cricket Team’s Tour of Sri Lanka in October-November 2020 to a later time.
Cricket World Rewind: #OnThisDay – Lasith Malinga is born - slinging his way to white-ball glory
August 28, 1983 - When Lasith Malinga first burst onto the international scene in 2004, it was his action which stood out.
Cricket World Rewind: #OnThisDay – Kumar Sangakkara has an imperfect end to his glorious Test career
August 24, 2015 - When Sri Lanka beat India by 63 runs in the series opener at Galle, it seemed that Sangakkara was in for the perfect farewell.
How to become a world class bowler! | Muttiah Muralitharan's Bowling Masterclass | Part 1
Sri Lanka legend and the leading wicket-taker in the history of Test cricket, Muttiah Muralitharan explains the secret behind his success, and runs through the techniques that have made him one of the greatest cricketers of all time.
Cricket World Rewind: #OnThisDay – Mahela Jayawardene's last day in test cricket comes to an emotional end
August 18, 2014 - It's never easy to let go, but the pinch in Jayawardene's case was reduced after Sri Lanka won their first World Cup title after 1996 with a T20 World Cup victory against India
Cricket World Rewind: #OnThisDay - Aravinda de Silva magic helps Sri Lanka register unexpected victory against Australia
August 15, 1992 - The 1992 ODI World Cup did not pan out well for Sri Lanka as the team managed to win just two matches in the tournament.
Cricket World Rewind: #OnThisDay - Mahela Jayawardene's sensible 94* takes Sri Lanka to victory against India in 2005 Indian Oil Cup
August 3, 2005 - India, Sri Lanka and West Indies were part of a tri-series in 2005 hosted by Sri Lanka, called the Indian Oil Cup.
Cricket World Rewind: #OnThisDay - Mahela Jayawardene and Kumar Sangakkara chew up records with 624-run stand against South Africa
July 29, 2006 - There was genuine friendship on display when Kumar Sangakkara and Mahela Jayawardene shared the field...
Who would have predicted that: Russel Arnold, Suresh Perera shepherd Sri Lanka in tricky chase at 2001 Coca-Cola Cup
In our feature series - Who would have predicted that? – we are looking back at matches where there were big upsets or extraordinary individual performances that turned matches on their head.
Cricket World Rewind: #OnThisDay - Murali scales 800-wicket summit on last ball of Test career
July 22, 2010 - Some things are just written in the stars. They are bound to happen. It's destiny.
Cricket World Rewind: #OnThisDay - Dilhara Fernando is born - the Sri Lankan who oscillated between brilliant and ordinary
July 19, 1979 - The manner in which Dilhara Fernando drifted to cricket was unique.
Who would have predicted that: Andy Flower shines on debut with century in 1992 World Cup against Sri Lanka
Zimbabwe have this uncanny ability to stun bigger oppositions, particularly on the big stage....
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Cricket World Rewind: #OnThisDay - Sri Lanka 443/9 blast highest ODI total with turbo-charged tons from Jayasuriya & Dilshan
July 4, 2006 - Sri Lanka broke the record for the highest ODI total with 443/9 against Netherlands in 2006,
Cricket World Rewind: #OnThisDay - Avishka Fernando and Nicholas Pooran raise the bar with maiden ODI tons in 2019 World Cup
July 01, 2019 - It is an uncanny similarity that two youngsters, both playing their ninth ODI and with no three-figure score under their belt,
Cricket World Rewind: #OnThisDay - Sanath Jayasuriya is born - dasher who revolutionized one-day opening
June 30, 1969 - Jayasuriya sits proudly at the 4th spot in the list of highest run-scorers in ODI cricket just behind Sachin Tendulkar, Kumar Sangakkara and Ricky Ponting with 13,430 runs.
Who would have predicted that: Farveez Maharoof 6/14 runs through West Indies middle order in 2006 Champions Trophy
Farveez Maharoof bagged his best ODI figures of 6/14 against West Indies in the 2006 Champions Trophy
Who would have predicted that: Vintage MS Dhoni 183* smashes record for highest score by wicket-keeper in ODIs
Flowing hair, high backlift, and boom! Off she goes in the stands. MS Dhoni hit the ball to the boundary....
Cricket World Rewind: #OnThisDay - Sri Lanka take Test series 1-0 with last-ball victory against England, Angelo Mathews shines with 160
24 June, 2014 - Sri Lanka had tried thrice but failed each time. When they toured England in 2014
Who would have predicted that: Chanderpaul carts 10 runs off last 2 balls against Chaminda Vaas to take West Indies to memorable win
As Shivnarine Chanderpaul hit the winning runs, Ian Bishop's adrenaline-pumping commentary aptly described the feat: "Shivnarine Chanderpaul has snatched it out of nowhere.....
Cricket World Rewind: #OnThisDay - Afridi, Razzak guide Pakistan to their maiden T20 World Cup title in troubled times
June 21, 2009 - Just three months after the terrorist attack on the Sri Lankan cricket team in Lahore jolted world cricket, the Pakistan cricket team won the 2009 T20 World Cup
Who would have predicted that: Lasith Malinga claims first-ever double hat-trick in ODI history against South Africa at 2007 World Cup
The encounter between South Africa and Sri Lanka was panning out like one of the many tiresome matches in the 2007 edition of the ODI World Cup. With 4 wickets off 4 deliveries, Lasith Malinga infused life into the game.....
Who would have predicted that: Ajantha Mendis 6/13 catches Indian batsmen clueless as Sri Lanka lift 4th Asia Cup
Sri Lankan skipper Mahela Jayawardene was clever enough to not play mystery spinner Ajantha Mendis in the group match against India......
The Best of Tests: Marvan Atapattu, Kumar Sangakkara pile misery on Zimbabwe with 438-run stand
Test cricket mirrors life. The ebbs and flows of the format have given birth to some of the most breath-taking cricketing epics....
Cricket World Rewind: #OnThisDay - Mahela Jayawardene is born - exquisite timer, astute leader
May 27, 1977 - Over a 17-year-long international career, Mahela Jayawardene represented Sri Lanka in 149 Test matches, 448 ODIs and 55 T20Is.
Who would have predicted that: Sanath Jayasuriya's 189 pulverizes India in 2000 Champions Trophy final
Sanath Jayasuriya recorded the third-highest individual score in ODIs at that time, taking Sri Lanka to their biggest ODI victory by 245 runs
The Best of Tests: Sri Lanka v Pakistan: Jayawardene-Samaraweera's 437-run stand and a Younis triple
1553 runs were scored over five days of cricket, within just three innings and this is when neither side's innings reached it completion
ICC Guidelines for Resumption of Cricket
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has published guidelines for the safe resumption of cricket to assist its Members in restarting cricket activity in their countries as government restrictions owing to COVID-19 start to relax.
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International cricket's return after Covid-19 outbreak: Countries all discussing resumption
There have been encouraging signs of international cricket's return from each of England, West Indies, Pakistan, India, South Africa, Australia, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. Even an IPL in September-November is very much a possibility.
The Best of Tests: Sri Lanka create history with first multi-Test series win in England
The two-match Test series between England and Sri Lanka in 2014 was hardly expected to be the blockbuster that it turned out to be.
ICC Cricket Committee recommends prohibition of saliva to shine the ball
The ICC Cricket Committee today recommended changes to ICC regulations to mitigate the risks posed by the COVID-19 virus, and protect the safety of players and match officials....
Cricket World's Saksham Mishra picks his #GOAT XIs - Test, ODI and T20I
There seldom exists a GOAT list which successfully blocks personal biases and so this one too self-admittedly may have inclined one way or the other due to the leanings of the writer.
Who would have predicted that: Sri Lanka's Chaminda Vaas records best ODI figures of 8-3-19-8
The Sinhalese Sports Club ground in Colombo saw the shortest lasting ODI in 2001 as Sri Lanka bowled out Zimbabwe for just 38 runs within 15.4 overs on the back of Chaminda Vaas' jaw-dropping figures.
Who would have predicted that: Dilshan, Malinga hand Sri Lanka Super-Over win at 2012 World Twenty20
Sri Lanka and New Zealand put on an exhibition during the ICC World Twenty20 in 2012 as the two teams took the match into a Super Over.
CWC 2019 Recap: Rohit Sharma scripts record with 5th ton in World Cup 2019
At 55-4 and with Sri Lanka's top four in Dimuth Karunaratne, Kusal Perera, Avishka Fernando and Kusal Mendis back in the hut by the 12th over,
CWC 2019 Recap: Malinga and Perera save Sri Lanka blushes against Afghanistan
A Cricket World series, CWC 2019 Recap looks at all the high-octane encounters from the last year's ODI World Cup: from Jofra Archer's bouncers to Rohit Sharma's hundreds and from Mitchell Starc's yorkers to Virat Kohli's antics.
Who would have predicted that: Samuels and Sammy rescue 2012 World T20 title for Windies
West Indies faced Sri Lanka in the final of the T20 World Cup in 2012.
CWC 2019 Recap: Avishka Fernando out-tons Nicholas Pooran in high-scoring encounter
A Cricket World series, CWC 2019 Recap looks at all the high-octane encounters from the last year's ODI World Cup: from Jofra Archer's bouncers to Rohit Sharma's hundreds and from Mitchell Starc's yorkers to Virat Kohli's antics.
Who would have predicted that: The story of Malinga's only ODI fifty and a famous Sri Lankan win
In a knock that remains the maiden and the only half-century of Lasith Malinga's ODI career, Malinga showed the lesser-known aggressive side to his batting.
CWC 2019 Recap: South Africa ease past Sri Lanka, albeit a bit too late
A Cricket World series, CWC 2019 Recap looks at all the high-octane encounters from the last year's ODI World Cup: from Jofra Archer's bouncers to Rohit Sharma's hundreds and from Mitchell Starc's yorkers to Virat Kohli's antics.
Who would have predicted that: When the mighty Bevan miscalculated a chase
In our new feature series - Who would have predicted that? – we are looking back at matches where there were big upsets or extraordinary individual performances that turned matches on their head.
ICC to host Chief Executives Committee meeting via conference call on Thursday April 23rd
The International Cricket Council (ICC) will host a Chief Executives' Committee (CEC) meeting via conference call on Thursday 23 April.
South Africa and SLC Announce Postponement of Tour to Sri Lanka
Cricket South Africa (CSA) and Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) today jointly announced the postponement of the Standard Bank Proteas tour to Sri Lanka that was scheduled to be played in the first half of June and consist of three One-Day Internationals and three T20 International matches.
Cricket World Rewind: #OnThisDay - Muttiah Muralitharan is born - spin wizard par excellence
April 17, 1972 - Muralitharan's unusual action and magician-like hands made him a nightmare for batters.
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Cricket Match Predictions: When a Sri Lankan team sans Test status beat India at Prudential World Cup 1979
In the June of 1979, eight teams arrived in the UK for the Prudential World Cup. West Indies, India and New Zealand were placed alongside Sri Lanka in Group B.
Cricket Match Predictions: When Kenya fielded their way to a World Cup win against Sri Lanka
2003 ODI World Cup - A look at the Sri Lankan line-up and it was hard to believe that Kenya could pull it off
CWC 2019 Recap: Sri Lankan batsmen surrender against the pace of Ferguson and Henry
A Cricket World series, CWC 2019 Recap looks at all the high-octane encounters from the last year's ODI World Cup: from Jofra Archer's bouncers to Rohit Sharma's hundreds and from Mitchell Starc's yorkers to Virat Kohli's antics.
Covid-19 – All You Need to Know - Useful Links and Resource Centres Around the World
We know we are in uncertain times right now around the world and that we have all spent the last few days trying to understand this new world - whilst at the same time dealing with day to day work tasks and family commitments at home.
Cricket World Rewind: #OnThisDay - Rangana Herath, most successful left-arm spinner ever, was born
March 19, 1978 - Sri Lankan spinner Rangana Herath, who bid adieu to cricket as the highest wicket-taker among left-arm bowlers in Test cricket with 433 scalps, turns 42 today.
Cricket World Rewind: #OnThisDay - When Sri Lanka truly arrived at the world stage
March 17, 1996 - The Arjuna Ranatunga-led Sri Lankan team was not fancied at the 1996 ODI World Cup, but they took the tournament by storm
ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2021: Full match schedule announced
A Trans-Tasman face-off at Wellington’s iconic Basin Reserve is one of the highlights of a 31-match schedule announced at the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2021
Chamari Atapattu: New faces give us fresh approach for ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2020
With new, young and exciting players in our squad, I’m desperate to see how our new-look team will fare in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2020.
ICC Test Player Rankings: Mathews back in top 20 after Harare double-century
ri Lanka’s Angelo Mathews is back among the top 20 batsmen in the MRF Tyres ICC Test Player Rankings
India announce their T20I and ODI teams against SL and Australia and the India A squad for NZ tour
The All-India Senior Selection Committee met in New Delhi on Monday to pick the Indian Cricket Team for the upcoming Paytm T20I series against Sri Lanka and the Paytm ODI series against Australia.
Sri Lanka beat England in Rising Stars U19 Tri-Series final
England U19s fell 77 runs short Sri Lanka's total in the Rising Stars Tri-Series final in Antigua – their last competitive match before the ICC U19 World Cup begins in January.
Ireland Tour of Sri Lanka 2020 Postponed
Sri Lanka Cricket has announced that the proposed Ireland Tour 2020 of Sri Lanka has been postponed.
Review: 1st Test Pakistan v Sri Lanka – Debutante Abid Ali shines for Pakistan
After three days of sheer frustration when only 23.4 overs’ play was possible, the Sunday crowd at Rawalpindi Stadium, had plenty to cheer about. The two hundreds – both significant – by Abid Ali and Babar Azam, were savoured all around, before the play was finally called off, due to bad light
McGrath Foundation and Movember to be part of two T20 World Cups in 2020
With two ICC T20 World Cups coming to Australia in 2020, the event has appointed two major national organisations as local charity partners.
Test Cricket in Pakistan to resume after more than 10 years with series against Sri Lanka
After more than 10 years, Test cricket will return to Pakistan in December when Sri Lanka will play their World Test Championship matches in Rawalpindi and Karachi.
England Men's two-Test tour of Sri Lanka in March 2020 has been confirmed
The two Test matches will form part of the ICC World Test Championship, and as such will each be worth 60 points.
Record breaking Alyssa Healy eases Australia to 3-0 series win over Sri Lanka
Australian opener Alyssa Healy hit the highest score in Women's T20Is with an unbeaten 148 off 61 balls in their win over Sri Lanka today.
Mooney century steers Australia to 41-run win over Sri Lanka in 1st Women’s T20I
A brilliant Beth Mooney century has steered Australia to a 41-run win against Sri Lanka in the opening match
Pakistan Cricket Board and Sri Lanka Cricket announce match schedule in Pakistan
The Pakistan Cricket Board and Sri Lanka Cricket today announced to swap upcoming matches of the split series in Pakistan
Same yet different: How the ICC Test Championship will impact the longest format of the game
The ICC Test Championship's objective is to give context to Test matches. Interestingly, it's the biggest irony that the Test Championship is beginning with Ashes....
Cricket needs the ICC World Test Championship - Mahela Jayawardene
Cricket needs the ICC World Test Championship. Context is essential, to play for points as well as pride.
India A squad for matches against Sri Lanka A & West Indies A announced
The All-India Senior Selection Committee picked the India A team for two multi-day and five one-day matches against Sri Lanka A to be played from 25th May 2019, onwards.
Sanath Jayasundara charged under the ICC Anti-Corruption Code
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has charged Sanath Jayasundara with two counts of breaching the ICC Anti-Corruption Code.
Zoysa, Gunawardene charged under the Emirates Cricket Board Anti-Corruption Code
The International Cricket Council (ICC), on behalf of the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB), has charged Nuwan Zoysa for breaching four counts of the ECB Anti-Corruption Code for Participants for the T10 League
Kumar Sangakkara to Become Next MCC President
Kumar Sangakkara will be the next President of Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC). The former Sri Lankan international will take up the post on 1st October 2019 and will serve for a period of one year. He will become the first non-British President.
South Africa and Sri Lanka Players on the move in T20I Rankings
The South Africa opener Reeza Hendricks and all-rounder Andile Phehlukwayo attained career-best positions in batting and bowling,
Test cricket popularity strong as ever says MCC World Cricket committee
The MCC World Cricket committee has today announced a positive future for Test cricket after reviewing results from the MCC Test Cricket survey
Sanath Jayasuriya Banned from All Cricket for Two Years
Sanath Jayasuriya has been banned from all cricket for two years after admitting breaching two counts of the ICC Anti-Corruption Code.
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ICC announces Amnesty concerning corrupt conduct in Sri Lankan cricket
The International Cricket Council (ICC) today announced a 15-day amnesty to participants who have previously failed to report any information concerning corrupt conduct in Sri Lankan cricket.
Bowling Action of Akila Dananjaya Found to be Illegal
The International Cricket Council today announced that an independent assessment has found the bowling action of Sri Lanka’s off-spinner Akila Dananjaya to be illegal and, as such he has been suspended from bowling in international cricket with immediate effect.
Significant movements in MRF Tyres ICC Test Player Ranking
England will be ranked second on the MRF Tyres ICC Test Team Rankings when these are updated following the conclusion of their series against Sri Lanka in Colombo next week.
Dilhara Lokuhettige charged under Emirates Cricket Board Anti-Corruption Code
The International Cricket Council (ICC), on behalf of the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB), has charged former Sri Lanka international Dilhara Lokuhettige
ICC Women’s World T20 Captains get a feel of the conditions in the Caribbean
Teams at the ICC Women’s World T20 are getting their plans in place for the 10-team tournament being played as a standalone event for the first time.
Hope, Hetmyer, Chahal, Dananjaya and Jadeja move up ODI Player Rankings
Here are the latest updates in the MRF Tyres ICC Men's ODI Player Rankings following the end of the series between India and the Windies, Sri Lanka and England, and Bangladesh and Zimbabwe.
Sri Lanka Coach Charged Under ICC Anti-Corruption Code
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has charged Sri Lankan bowling coach Nuwan Zoysa with three counts of breaching the ICC Anti-Corruption Code. Mr Zoysa has been provisionally suspended with immediate effect.
Sri Lanka’s Rangana Herath to Retire from Test cricket
A press statement from Sri Lanka Cricket....
New Qualification Pathway for the men's ICC Cricket World Cup approved
The International Cricket Council (ICC) Board today unanimously approved a new ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup qualification pathway at the conclusion of a week of meetings in Singapore.
Indian, Pakistan & Sri Lankan legends sign up for UAE T20x coaching positions
UAE T20x today reveals a super-roster of legendary coaches from the subcontinent who have put themselves into the mix for coaching roles at this year’s tournament.
Kumar Sangakkara Completes UAE T20x Icon Line-up
Two-time Cricket World Cup finalist becomes the fifth and final icon player set to represent a franchise team during this year’s UAE T20x tournament.
Cricket Betting Tips and Match Prediction for Asia Cup 2018 Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan
Sri Lankan cricketer is certainly going through one of its lowest phase. Although Lasith Malinga gave them something to cheer, taking four wickets for just 23 runs in his comeback match, the rest of the team disappointed the fans
ICC appeals to find remaining suspected Cricket match-fixer
The International Cricket Council (ICC) today launched an appeal to find the one remaining suspected match-fixer from a recent documentary.
MCC World Cricket committee statements
The MCC World Cricket committee met at Lord’s on Monday 6th and Tuesday 7th August.
MCC World Cricket committee launches survey into Test cricket
As the first Test ends in dramatic fashion between England and India, MCC’s World Cricket committee seeks views of fans around the world.
Latest ICC Rankings and England India 1000th Test Preparations
The ICC has sent its congratulations to the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) as their men’s team prepares for their 1000th Test match
ICC Future Tours Programme (FTP) from 2018-2023 Released - Test, ODI and T20I
The International Cricket Council, on behalf of its Members, today released the men’s Future Tours Programme (FTP) from 2018-2023.
Nic Pothas takes an early exit as Sri Lanka’s Coach, new appointment soon
Pothas was made Sri Lanka’s fielding coach after former Lankan Test batsman Chandika Hathurusingha was named head Coach in December last year.
All-round Pakistan Women complete series win with 38-run win in third T20I
A complete all-round performance from Pakistan Women saw them defend 113 against their Sri Lankan counterparts by 38 runs in the third Twenty20 International in Colombo to take the series 2-1.
Shashikala Siriwardene help Sri Lanka Women end losing streak
Shashikala Siriwardene bowled splendid figures of 9 for four as Sri Lanka Women managed to remain alive in the series following a seven-wicket win over Pakistan Women in the second Twenty20 International in Colombo.
ICC Announces a Review of Player Behaviour Sanctions
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has commissioned a wide-ranging review into player behaviour, the spirit in which the game is played and the Code of Conduct.
Pakistan Women edge out Sri Lanka Women by one-wicket to take 1-0 lead in T20I series
Ama Kanchana held her nerve in the final over as Pakistan Women completed a thrilling one-wicket win over their Sri Lanka counterparts chasing 130 in the first Twenty20 International in Colombo to take a 1-0 lead in the series.
Mir, Sandhu lead Pakistan Women to 3-0 series whitewash triumph
Sana Mir and Nashra Sandhu shared seven wickets between them as Pakistan Women bowled out Sri Lanka Women for 107 runs and completed a massive 108-run victory in the third One-Day International in Dambulla to complete a 3-0 series whitewash.
Maroof, Mir leads Pakistan Women to series win over Sri Lanka
Bismah Maroof led from the front with an 89-run knock while Sana Mir followed it will a four-wicket haul as Pakistan Women sealed a 94-run win over Sri Lanka Women in the second One-Day International in Dambulla to complete a 2-0 series victory.
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Javeria century leads Pakistan Women to 1-0 lead against Sri Lanka Women
Javeria Khan scored a blistering unbeaten century as Pakistan Women completed a 69-run victory over Sri Lanka Women in the first One-Day International in Dambulla.
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England to tour Sri Lanka in October
The England and Wales Cricket Board along with Sri Lanka Cricket have jointly confirmed England's tour of the Asian country to be played in October.
Chandimal suspended for two T20Is for a serious over-rate offence
Dinesh Chandimal has been suspended from Sri Lanka's upcoming two Twenty20 Internationals in the three-nation series after being found guilty of a serious over-rate offence in Saturday's match against Bangladesh in Colombo.
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Cricket World Player of the Week - Thisara Perera
For his brilliant all-round performance in the ongoing tri-series in Dhaka, Sri Lanka all-rounder Thisara Perera has been named the Cricket World Player of the Week.
Wisden Cricket Monthly Delighted to Announce Kumar Sangakkara as Regular Columnist
Ex-Sri Lanka batsman Kumar Sangakkara has joined Wisden Cricket Monthly as a columnist – his first column features in issue 3, out today.
3rd T20 gives India an opportunity to try youngsters as Sri Lanka tries to salvage pride
After being thrashed at the hands of India in the first two T20s, it will be all about honour for Sri Lanka as they take the field on Sunday. Having conceded the second highest T20I total of 260 in the previous match, it will demand some character from Sri Lanka to bounce back.
Zimbabwe, Sri Lanka to feature in tri-series in Bangladesh
Bangladesh are set to host a tri-nation One-Day International series involving Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe in January next year.
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Sri Lanka to tour West Indies for three-match Test series in June
The West Indies Cricket Board has confirmed the fixtures for the three-match Test series involving Sri Lanka to be played in June next year.
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Ashwin races to 300 wickets as India complete innings victory in Nagpur
Ravichandran Ashwin became the fastest bowler to reach 300 Test wickets as India dismissed Sri Lanka for 166 runs in the final innings to complete a victory by an innings and 239 runs in the second game in Nagpur and take an unassailable lead of 1-0.
1st One-day Match – Windies “A” vs Sri Lanka “A”
The first One-day match between Windies “A” and Sri Lanka “A” on yesterday at Sabina Park in Kingston, Jamaica
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Angelo Mathews declared fit for Indian tour
Sri Lanka have received a much-needed boost ahead of their upcoming tour of India with veteran all-rounder Angelo Mathews declared fit from a calf injury.
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