Sri Lanka government to probe into fixing allegations
The Sri Lankan government confirmed that they will launch a probe into an attempt made to fix the Galle Test match against West Indies in October.
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West Indies tour of Sri Lanka 2015/16
West Indies tour Sri Lanka in October and November to play two Tests and five One-Day Internationals.
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Fielding won us the game - Dwayne Bravo
West Indies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo reckons that it was their fielding efforts which gave them the edge against Sri Lanka in the second Twenty20 International in Colombo.
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All-round performance from Bravo helps West Indies end on a high
Dwayne Bravo picked a four-wicket haul and scored a useful 31 with the bat as West Indies defeated Sri Lanka by 23 runs in the second Twenty20 International in Colombo to level the series 1-1.
Phil Simmons reinstated as West Indies head coach
Phil Simmons has been reinstated as West Indies head coach after he accepted a reprimand from the board and publicly apologised for making inappropriate comments in regard to team selection.
Sri Lankan batsmen, Senanayake overpower West Indies
Sachithra Senanayake picked up a four-wicket haul after a collective batting performance to ensure a 30-run victory for Sri Lanka against West Indies in the first Twenty20 International in Pallekele.
Second T20I between Sri Lanka and West Indies rescheduled
Sri Lanka Cricket have rescheduled the second Twenty20 International against West Indies to 11th of November after the government declared Thursday as a national day of mourning.
Sunil Narine reported for suspect bowling action
West Indies spinner, Sunil Narine has been reported for a suspected illega; bowling action in the third One-Day International against Sri Lanka in Pallekele.
Looking forward to T20I contest - Darren Sammy
West Indies Twenty20 International captain Darren Sammy is eagerly looking forward to taking on Sri Lanka in the two-match series which will mark the final leg of their ongoing tour.
I will continue to work harder - Marlon Samuels
West Indies batsman Marlon Samuels asserted that he will continue to work harder after scoring a splendid hundred in a losing cause against Sri Lanka in the third One-Day International in Pallekele.
Sri Lanka complete clean sweep despite Samuels hundred
Riding on the back of a solid fifty from Kusal Perera, Sri Lanka overcame Marlon Samuels’ unbeaten century to defeat West Indies by 19 runs (D/L method) in the rain affected third One-Day International in Pallekele to complete a 3-0 series clean sweep.
Want to finish the series on a high - Jason Holder
West Indies captain Jason Holder has iterated that it was important for the team to finish the series on a high after having conceded a 2-0 lead to Sri Lanka in the three-match One-Day International contest.
Thisara Perera included for West Indies T20Is
Sri Lankan all-rounder Thisara Perera has made a return to the Twenty20 International squad to face West Indies in the upcoming two-match series.
Run outs cost us the game - Johnson Charles
West Indian batsman Johnson Charles believes that the late order collapse has cost his team dearly in the second One-Day International against Sri Lanka in Colombo.
Perera, Thirimanne wrap up series for Sri Lanka in style
Kusal Perera and Lahiru Thirimanne shared a 156-run stand as Sri Lanka chased down 225 in 36.3 overs against West Indies to win the second One-Day International in Colombo by eight wickets and with it the series too.
Marlon Samuels allowed to bowl in second ODI
The International Cricket Council on Wednesday confirmed that West Indian all-rounder Marlon Samuels can continue bowling in the ongoing second One-Day International against Sri Lanka in Colombo.
Marlon Samuels to stand in for Holder - Eldine Baptiste
West Indies interim coach Eldine Baptiste revealed that Marlon Samuels will lead the team in the second One-Day International after Jason Holder picked up a one-match suspension due to an over-rate offence.
Jason Holder handed one-match suspension for slow over-rate
The International Cricket Council has imposed a one-match suspension on West Indies captain Jason Holder for maintaining a slow over-rate in the first One-Day International against Sri Lanka on Sunday.
No formal reinstatement of Phil Simmons yet - WICB
The CEO of the West Indies Cricket Board, James Muirhead, has played down reports of Phil Simmons reinstated as the head coach of the national team.
Jason Holder rues the loss of Andre Russell
West Indies captain Jason Holder said that the injury to Andre Russell has cost his team dearly during the one-wicket loss to Sri Lanka in the rain-affected first One-Day International in Colombo.
Mendis helps Sri Lanka edge out West Indies by one wicket
Ajantha Mendis displayed nerves of steel in a tight chase of 163 from 26 overs as Sri Lanka managed to edge out West Indies by one wicket in the rain-affected first One-Day International in Colombo.
Important to start ODI series well - Jason Holder
West Indies captain Jason Holder stressed on the importance of starting the One-Day International series against Sri Lanka on a winning note after having lost the Test series.
Andre Russell keen to showcase his talent against Sri Lanka
West Indian all-rounder Andre Russell has urged his teammates to set short term goals when they face Sri Lanka in the three match One-Day International series which kicks-off on 1st November.
Brathwaite hopes tour game victory can boost morale of team
West Indies all-rounder, Carlos Brathwaite, who scored a match-winning century against Sri Lanka Board Presidents XI, is hopeful that the victory can boost the morale of the team heading into the One-Day International series against Sri Lanka.
I have been waiting for this opportunity - Ravi Rampaul
West Indies fast bowler, Ravi Rampaul, who has been recalled in the limited overs squad to play Sri Lanka, expressed his delight of making a return to the national team.
Our batting let us down - Jason Holder
West Indies captain Jason Holder came critical at the temperment shown by his team's batsmen after losing the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo by 72 runs.
West Indies capitulate to spin as Sri Lanka seal 2-0 series victory
Rangana Herath and Milinda Siriwardana shared seven wickets between them to secure a 72-run win for Sri Lanka against West Indies in the second Test in Colombo, claiming a 2-0 victory in the Sobers-Tissera Trophy.
Always believed in my bowling - Kraigg Brathwaite
West Indies batsman, Kraigg Brathwaite, who was the unlikely hero with the ball for his team against Sri Lanka on the third day of the second Test, iterated that he always backed his bowling capabilities.
Rain dampens West Indies fightback after Brathwaite's six-wicket haul
Rain played spoilsport for West Indies in their fightback after Kraigg Brathwaite took a six-wicket haul to dismiss Sri Lanka for 206 in their second innings on day three of the second Test in Colombo.
Mendis, Kulasekara recalled for West Indies ODIs
The Sri Lankan selectors have recalled off-spinner Ajantha Mendis and fast bowler Nuwan Kulasekara to the 15-man squad to play West Indies in the upcoming three-match One-Day International series.
Anything around 200 will be attainable - Kraigg Brathwaite
West Indies batsman, Kraigg Brathwaite believes that his team has the ability to chase down a total under 200 runs in the fourth innings of the second Test match against Sri Lanka in Colombo.
Dhammika Prasad takes four as Sri Lanka build lead
Dhammika Prasad took four wickets while Dilruwan Perera chipped in with three as Sri Lanka bowled out West Indies for 163 runs in the first innings and took a 113-run lead by the end of the second day of the second Test in Colombo.
Cannot ask for a better start to my career - Jomel Warrican
West Indies left-arm spinner Jomel Warrican, who took four wickets on his debut on the first day of the second Test against Sri Lanka, is pleased with the start to his career.
Bowlers put West Indies on top on day one in Colombo Test
Jomel Warrican returned a four-wicket haul on his debut as West Indies came back strongly in the series to dismiss Sri Lanka for 200 on day one of the second Test in Colombo.
Excited about second Test - Jermaine Blackwood
West Indies batsman Jermaine Blackwood is eager to put another good performance in the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo.
Marlon Samuels reported for suspect action
West Indies all-rounder Marlon Samuels has been reported for a suspected illegal bowling action during the first Test match against Sri Lanka in Galle.
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We will push to draw the series - Jason Holder
West Indies captain Jason Holder asserted that his side will be keen to press for a win in the second game in Colombo after suffering an innings defeat in the first Test in Galle.
Herath hands Sri Lanka innings victory despite Blackwood's resistance
Rangana Herath claimed a 10-wicket haul as Sri Lanka defeated West Indies by an innings and six runs in the first Test in Galle despite Jermaine Blackwood’s hard-fought knock to go 1-0 up in the series.
We need to stay positive - Darren Bravo
West Indies batsman Darren Bravo stressed on the importance of staying positive after his side was asked to follow on by Sri Lanka on the third day of the first Test match in Galle.
Sri Lanka ahead after imposing a gutsy follow-on
Rangana Herath's heroics with the ball allowed Sri Lanka to enforce the follow-on and threaten West Indies with defeat as they closed day three of the first Test in Galle 167 runs behind.
We need to take it session by session - Devendra Bishoo
West Indies leg-spinner Devendra Bishoo feels that his team has to take the game session by session in order to tackle the massive score of 484 set by Sri Lanka on the second day of the first Test in Galle.
Sri Lanka on top after Karunaratne, Chandimal tons
Dimuth Karunaratne and Dinesh Chandimal hit 'daddy' hudreds and Rangana Herath struck twice before stumps on day two of the first Test to put Sri Lanka 418 runs ahead of West Indies in Galle.
Eldine Baptiste wants better fielding effort on day two
West Indies interim coach Eldine Baptiste is expecting a better fielding effort from his team on day two after a couple of chances went down on day one of the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle.
Sri Lanka make West Indies toil hard on day one in Galle
An unbeaten 135-run knock by Dimuth Karunaratne established the groundwork for Sri Lanka as the stage is set for the home side to put up a big first innings total against West Indies in the first Test match at Galle.
Important to start well against Sri Lanka - Jason Holder
West Indies Test captain Jason Holder has stressed on the importance of starting well against Sri Lanka in the upcoming first Test in Galle which begins on Wednesday.
Confident of winning Sri Lanka Test series - Sir Curtly Ambrose
West Indies bowling consultant Sir Curtly Ambrose is confident that his team can pull off a series victory in the upcoming two-match Test campaign against Sri Lanka.
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Jayasundera, Bhanuka hit tons after Randiv's five-wicket haul
Udara Jayasundera and Minod Bhanuka hit classy centuries for Sri Lanka Board President’s XI after Suraj Randiv picked a five-wicket haul, capping a poor day in the office for West Indies on day two of the practice game in Colombo.
Retirement call after 2016 World Twenty20 - Rangana Herath
Sri Lankan left-arm orthodox spinner Rangana Herath revealed that he will decide the future of his career after the completion of the 2016 Twenty20 World Cup which will be held in India.
Sri Lanka include Siriwardana, Mendis in Test squad
The Sri Lankan selectors have included batting all-rounder Milinda Siriwardana and wicket-keeper Kusal Mendis in the Test squad for the upcoming two-match series against West Indies.
Randiv picks up three wickets as West Indies falter in rain-affected game
West Indies struggled to get going in the rain-affected practice game against the Sri Lanka Board President's XI in Colombo as Suraj Randiv picked up three wickets to stake a claim for a Test berth.
West Indies practice game postponed due to rain in Colombo
The three-day practice match between West Indies and Sri Lanka Cricket Board President's XI has been postponed by a day due to heavy rain and a soggy outfield at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground in Colombo.
Australian umpire Simon Fry to make Test debut
Australian umpire Simon Fry is all set to make his Test debut in the Sobers-Tissera Trophy between Sri Lanka and West Indies which gets underway on 14th October.
Sri Lanka, West Indies to play for Sobers-Tissera trophy
The Test trophy between Sri Lanka and West Indies has been named as the Sobers-Tissera Trophy to honour Sir Garfield Sobers and Michael Tissera.
Pakistan's Bilal Asif reported for suspect bowling action
Pakistan off-spinner Bilal Asif, who made his debut in the second One-Day International against Zimbabwe in Harare, has been reported for a suspect bowling action in the third and final game of the series.
Lahiru Thirimanne named captain of SLC Board President's XI
Sri Lankan batsman Lahiru Thirimanne has been named as the captain of the Sri Lanka Cricket Board President's XI which will face West Indies in a three-day practice match in Colombo.
Devendra Bishoo keen to do well in Sri Lanka
West Indies leg-spinner Devendra Bishoo is looking forward to make optimal use of the spin-friendly conditions in Sri Lanka in their upcoming tour which begins on 14th October.
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