Petes demolish Joes to regain Fr. Basil Wiratunga Shield
The second half burst put in by St. Peter’s College was too much for St. Joseph’s College as the former coasted to a comfortable 50-19 victory in their Dialog Schools Rugby League 2026 encounter played at Bambalapitiya yesterday. Apart from being a tournament fixture, the game between the two schools was also fought out for [...]
Javelin thrower Tharanga rises in World Rankings
Sri Lanka’s celebrated javelin thrower, Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage, has made clear indications that he is a medal potential at the upcoming Summer Olympics 2028 in Los Angeles, with a flawless throw of 89.28m at the Kip Keino Classic at the Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi, Kenya on April 24. Last week’s achievement of Tharanga, shows [...]
Airwoman Nipuni, only gold medallist at Asian Beach Games
Wrestler Nipuni Wasana became the only athlete from the 77-member Sri Lankan contingent to clinch a gold medal at the 6th Asian Beach Games held in Sanya, China. Wasana, 21, an Airwomen, beat Vietnam’s Doan Thi Kim Oanh 3-1 in the final to give Sri Lanka’s first and only gold medal at the Beach Games, [...]
Trinity run riot with 58-5 demolition of Antonians
Title holders Trinity College continued their march in the second week of the Dialog Schools Rugby League 2026, with a heavy rout of 58-5 against hometown rivals St Anthony’s College at Nittawela yesterday. Coming confidently after their heavy 55-12 thumping against Lumbini College last week, Trinity continued their campaign to defend the title with a [...]
Wesley weather early scare to defeat Mahanama
Wesley College survived a series of anxious moments before powering their way to a 36-12 victory over Mahanama College in their Dialog Schools Rugby League 2026 match played at Ratmalana yesterday, after leading 19-7 at half-time. Despite the final margin, Mahanama produced a spirited performance and tested a stronger Wesley outfit, especially in the opening [...]
Sri Lankan lasses complete T20 series in Bangladesh with 3-0 whitewash
Sri Lanka Women concluded a highly successful tour of Bangladesh with thrilling 3-run win in the third and final T20I at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium on Saturday, completing a comprehensive 3-0 series whitewash. The triumph added to their earlier 2-1 win in the ODI series, underlining a commanding white-ball performance away from home. Led [...]
Will it, or can it achieve the desired transformation?
The resignation of the Executive Committee of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) led by Shammi Silva was presented as a smooth transition. On the surface, the exit carried out with dignity, so much so that some believe that it was a departure born of reflection. The reality, however, is different. A committee that withstood earlier attempts [...]
SLC name Women’s Tournament under late Gwen Herat
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) dedicated the SLC Major Club Women’s 50-Over Tournament in memory of the late Gwen Herat, the founding President of the Sri Lanka Women’s Cricket Association. This decision has been made in recognition of the outstanding service rendered by Mrs. Herat towards the founding of women’s cricket in the country. It was [...]
First-ever Tapeball Asia Cup in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka will take centre stage and set for history as Scara Live, the live experiences vertical of global sports, gaming and culture agency Scara, partner Afghanistan Tapeball Cricket to launch the Tapeball Asia Cup and first official continental Tapeball tournament sanctioned by the International Tapeball Council. The momentous event will take place in September [...]
Armory snatch RTC Magic Million Cup
Jayaratne Stables completed a hat-trick as Armory, with Indian jockey M.S. Deora up, snatched the RTC Magic Million Cup 2026 after a thrilling battle against Governor’s Cup winner Here and Now at the Racecourse in Nuwara Eliya last weekend. The thrilling 1800m race got underway with five contenders battling for the prestigious silverware, with all [...]
Relentless consistency drives Dilum Sudeera’s path to national selection
As the national team looks to the future through domestic cricket, a promising spin-bowling all-rounder has emerged. Dilum Sudeera Thilakarathne, who possess grit, perseverance, and consistency, is transforming himself into a versatile cricketer who is set to shine at international level, driven by a dream to represent his country for a prolonged period in all [...]
‘Unity Through Football’ seal inaugural Copa Simha
Unity Through Football overcame Renown Football Academy by 3-2 in an absorbing final to clinch the inaugural LSR Copa Simha Under-12 Football Championship held on April 25 and 26 at the D.S. Senanayake College ground in Wijerama Mawatha. Unity Through Football, who emerged runners-up of Group ‘C’ next to finalists Renown Football Academy, returned with [...]
St. Bridget’s secure cager double crown
St. Bridget’s Convent emerged champions at the Under-17 Division ‘A’ Tier I Basketball Tournament in the finals held at the Nalanda College basketball courts before a large and enthusiastic crowd. In a thrilling encounter, St. Bridget’s Convent faced St. Joseph’s Girls’ School, Nugegoda in the final and secured a convincing victory by 58-37, showcasing skill, [...]
Bandarawela Central earn major honours at 21st Battle of the Gold in Uva
Bandarawela Central College earned major honuors in the 21st Battle of the Golds in Uva cricket big match played annually against hometown and traditional rivals St. Joseph’s College played at last weekend at the Bandarawela esplanade. Put into bat first Bandarawela Centeal posted 142 runs in 46.4 with Malsha Gimhan top scoring 31 in a [...]