Winds of change within SLC this week?
The winds of change seem to be building up within Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), with indications that incumbent President Shammi Silva could step down this week, either alone or with the entire Executive Committee, ending their long reign. Such a move would pave the way for the government to install an interim administration to oversee [...]
Hasini heroics power Sri Lanka to series win
Opening batter Hasini Perera fell agonisingly short of a maiden international century by just five runs, but her commanding knock, coupled with assured contributions from Imesha Dulani and Harshitha Samarawickrema, powered Sri Lanka women to a comfortable 7-wicket victory over Bangladesh women in the third and final ODI played in Rajshahi yesterday. The result sealed [...]
Aveesha, Senuja guide Joes to victory
Half-centuries by Aveesha Samash and Senuja Wekunagoda paved the way for St. Joseph’s College to coast to a comfortable 4-wicket win over traditional rivals St. Peter’s College in the 52nd Battle of the Saints Limited-Overs encounter played at the SSC yesterday. The win saw St. Joseph’s regain the Rev. Fr. Peter Pillai Memorial Shield after [...]
Tuskers’ indiscipline costs upset as New Zealand U85kgs edge thriller
An opportunity to pull of a historic rugby test win was thwarted off from Sri Lanka, as the visiting New Zealand U85kgs sealed an absorbing 27-16 win in the first of two games played for the Sir Graham Henry Trophy at the Racecourse ground in Colombo yesterday. Sri Lankan Tuskers were optimistically on course for [...]
Asanga Seneviratne to head NOC
Asanka Seneviratne of rugby fame was elected as President of the National Olympic Committee of Sri Lanka for the period of 2026-2030 at the election of office bearers held at the Olympic House yesterday. Seneviratne managed 16 votes out of the 29 total votes while Jaswar Umar, the President of Sri Lanka Football, received 11 [...]
SLC revise national player contracts with fresh bonuses and fines
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has revised its national player contracts, introducing a more selective bonus structure that limits “series win” incentives to victories against the world’s top four ranked teams, a notable shift from the previous system, which extended rewards down to the ninth-ranked side. The board confirmed that the updated contracts will be presented [...]
Mishara’s marathon 174 puts Sri Lanka in command as New Zealand crumble at Galle
A marathon 174 from Kamil Mishara helped Sri Lanka ‘A’ gain a commanding 213-run first innings lead against New Zealand ‘A’, who are now in serious trouble after collapsing to 45-4 in 13 overs in their second innings on day three of the second and final unofficial Test being played at the Galle International Stadium. [...]
Vishad, Dhananjaya, Anjala rescue Dambulla
A ton by Vishad Randika and half centuries from skipper Dhananjaya de Silva and Anjala Bandara rescued Dambulla from a precarious 36-3 to finish day one on 293-5 in their four-day National Super League encounter against Kandy at the Sooriyawewa Stadium yesterday. Vishad top scored with 104, hitting 10 boundaries, and anchored the innings through [...]
Trinity dominate Lumbini
Coming out for the first time since getting hold of the Dialog Schools Knockout Championship 2026, title holders Trinity College made a remarkable start to their Dialog Schools Rugby League 2026 campaign with a commanding 55-12 win against new entrants Lumbini College at Pallekele yesterday. Entering the game with a totally different starting lineup, Trinity [...]
Zahira College prevail over Kingswood
In a scrappy duel between two famed institutions who share the honour of introducing rugby to schools, Zahira College prevailed by 20-15 against Kingswood College in their opening Dialog Schools Rugby League 2026 encounter at Nittawela yesterday. Both teams showed urgency, but were equally eager to commit unforced errors, to which the responses were awkward, [...]
Sampath claims long jump bronze
Sri Lanka claimed the third medal at the 6th Asian Beach Games 2026, currently taking place in Sanya, China after Jayathra Sampath Miranda leaped 7.37 metres for a bronze in the Men’s Long Jump event. With Miranda’s achievement, Sri Lanka is placed overall ninth in the medals tally with a silver and a couple of [...]
Sri Lanka brace for ‘Coach Carter’ mode as Gary Kirsten era begins
As Gary Kirsten addressed the media in Colombo for the first time since taking over as Sri Lanka team’s Head Coach, there’s quite certainty in his voice, the kind that has been forged in dressing rooms where pressure is constant and patience is scarce. Kirsten has conquered the world–first with India in a World Cup [...]
Entries for Ceylon Masters International close on May 30
The prospectus for the Ceylon Masters International Badminton Championship 2026 has now been released and is available for viewing on the ceylonmasters.lk, website. The event is due to take place from June 25 to 29 at the St. Joseph’s College Indoor Sports Complex in Darley Road. A galaxy of master’s badminton players, both local and [...]
Lankan-US athlete Ivana completes at Boston Marathon
Before Ivana Wijedasa crossed the stage at Boston University School of Law to accept her law degree this year, she crossed a finish line that few dare to approach. The young Sri Lankan-American law student completed the Boston Marathon — all 26.2 miles of it — just one day before turning 26 years old, proudly [...]
Tennis in warring backdrop and European clay season
What keeps tennis as a game of appeal? In Europe, Australia and in North and South Americas social interest branded it as their heritage. Right now, we are again in the phase of time hearing war drums and armoury assembled with sights set for another showdown. With the attitude, the show must go on; Europeans [...]
Moose Clothing launces ‘Future Olympians’
Moose Clothing Company has launched a long-term national sports development initiative titled ‘Moose Future Olympians – Road to 2032’, aimed at identifying and nurturing high potential Sri Lankan swimmers for international competition, with a clear goal of preparing athletes for the 2032 Olympic Games in Brisbane, Australia. The programme is structured as a high performance [...]
Gateway’s Sithumli Shines at Australian and Oceania Junior Squash Opens
Sithumli Mendis of Gateway College Colombo brought honour to Sri Lanka with outstanding performances at two prestigious junior squash tournaments held in Melbourne, Australia, in April. Competing in the Australian Junior Open in the Girls’ Under-17 category from April 12 to 16, followed by the Oceania Junior Open Squash Championship from April 17 to 19 [...]
Ovitiyas Group steps forward to sponsor warm up kits for St. Joseph’s team gearing up for the 21st Uva Battle of the Golds
Ovitiyas Group has stepped in to sponsor the warm up and training kits of the St. Joseph’s College, Bandarawela first XI cricket team who are gearing up for the 21st annual Uva Battle of the Golds big match against Bandarawela Central College. The only annual cricket big match of the Bandarawela region between traditional rivals [...]
Malisha Tennakoon with Sri Lankan roots, now proudly donning England U-19 jersey
The ended Women’s Under-19 ODI and T20 Tri-Series in Australia, also featuring lasses from England and Sri Lanka, has unearthed new talents who could rule Women’s Cricket at global stage in years to come. With hosts Australia and Sri Lanka taking major honours – four wins and a loss after playing five games each – [...]
Janashakthi Life strengthens school cricket legacy through Battle of the Hindus partnership
Janashakthi Life, a leading name in the insurance industry and a flagship brand of JXG (Janashakthi Group) served as the title partner for the 15th edition of the Battle of the Hindus, as Hindu College Colombo and Jaffna Hindu College renewed their proud school cricket rivalry, bringing together students, old boys, and supporters in celebration [...]
Sri Lanka open campaign at Asian Beach Games Sanya 2026
Competition at the 6th Asian Beach Games Sanya 2026 commenced a day ahead of the official opening ceremony, with Sri Lanka beginning its campaign in Beach Handball. Sri Lanka faced the People’s Republic of China in the Men’s Preliminary Round Group ‘A’ encounter, marking the nation’s first appearance at the Games. Sri Lanka was defeated [...]
Fortune Soy partners with Isipathana College for Schools Rugby Season
Pyramid Wilmar’s brand Fortune Soy announced its partnership with Isipathana College as the main sponsor for the ongoing Dialog Schools Rugby Season 2026. This partnership underscores Fortune Soy’s ongoing commitment to supporting youth development and fostering strong community engagement across Sri Lanka through key sporting platforms. Rugby, as one of the country’s most followed school [...]
S. Thomas’ kick off Dialog Schools Rugby season with high expectations
S. Thomas’ College, Mt. Lavinia, announced the commencement of its rugby season for 2026, marking another chapter in the school’s rich sporting legacy of 175 years celebrated in 2026, with a renewed sense of determination, discipline and teamwork. The Thomian rugby squad is set to take the field with high expectations and a strong commitment [...]
Air Sports Club launched with purpose to promote sport-led culture among youngsters
With the intention to facilitate a sports culture among young and old, the launch of Air Sports Club took place last week in Borella, Colombo, with the core purpose promoting indoor sports, notably among youngsters. Initiated by Air Sports International, with the promise to transform the country’s approach to health, wellness, fitness, competition, and community, [...]