on April 20, 2026

Warm Weather Advisory Issued by the Natural Hazards Early Warning Centre at 3.30 p.m. on 20 April 2026, valid for 21 April 2026 The Heat index, the temperature […]

on April 20, 2026

The Pakistan Cricket Board has decided to impose a one-year ban on Dasun Shanaka from the Pakistan Super League (PSL). This decision follows his withdrawal […]

on April 20, 2026

Mr Anura Karunathilaka has been appointed as the Minister of Energy by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. Accordingly, Mr Karunathilaka took his oath of […]

on April 20, 2026

Shanaka opted out of a contract with Lahore Qalandars and later joined IPL team Rajasthan Royals

on April 20, 2026

Dasun Shanaka has received a one-year ban from participating in the Pakistan Super League [PSL] following a review of his contract breach with the league and […]

on April 20, 2026

Nahid Rana’s five-wicket haul followed by Tanzid Hasan’s  fiery half-century got Bangladesh a six-wicket win against New Zealand. The home side leveled […]

on April 20, 2026

In a significant milestone for cricket in the UAE, five players – Khuzaima Tanveer, Ajay Kumar, Akshdeep Nath, Harpreet Singh Bhatia and Adeeb Usmani  – […]

on April 20, 2026

Sharmin Akhter’s 86 helped Bangladesh beat Sri Lanka by three wickets in the first Women’s ODI in Rajshahi, which was hosting its first international […]

on April 20, 2026

Advisory for Severe Lightning Issued by the Natural Hazards Early Warning Centre  Issued at 12.00 noon 20 April 2026 valid for the period until 11.00 p.m. 20 […]

on April 20, 2026

Global oil prices have jumped after US President Donald Trump said its navy had intercepted and seized an Iran-flagged cargo ship. The Brent crude benchmark […]

on April 20, 2026

A strong magnitude 7.5 earthquake has struck off northern Japan, prompting authorities to issue a tsunami warning for waves of up to 3 metres (10 feet). The […]

on April 20, 2026

The Vice President of India,  C.P. Radhakrishnan, who is currently on a two-day official visit to Sri Lanka, held a bilateral discussion with Prime Minister […]

on April 20, 2026

After cruising through two 200-plus chases and easing past 196 without fuss, Punjab Kings faced a different challenge on Sunday against Lucknow Super Giants, […]

on April 20, 2026

Vice President of India, C. P. Radhakrishnan concluded his two-day visit to Sri Lanka earlier today afternoon (April 20). During his visit, Vice President […]

on April 20, 2026

Reports indicate that the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) is planning to curtail the powers of the Board of Directors of the National Development Bank PLC […]

on April 20, 2026

The second group of Buddhist monks have departed from the US to Sri Lanka for the 10-day Walk of Peace in Sri Lanka. The group includes Ven. Pannakara Thero […]

on April 20, 2026

Vice President of India – C. P. Radhakrishnan is undertaking a visit to Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka, today (April 20). According to the Indian High Commission […]

on April 20, 2026

Thousands of people were evacuated from a northern suburb of Paris while a World War Two bomb was rendered safe on Sunday. Residents in Colombes living within […]

on April 20, 2026

The US has intercepted an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf as part of its naval blockade, Donald Trump has said. The US president wrote on his Truth […]

on April 20, 2026

A Chinese national has been arrested by airport customs officers early this morning (April 20) for allegedly bringing a large consignment of China-manufactured […]

on April 20, 2026

The Frontline Socialist Party (FSP) has called for a forensic audit into the alleged irregularities in coal procurement. FSP Education Secretary – Pubudu […]

on April 12, 2026

The news will come as a boost to KKR, who are at the bottom on the IPL points table after failing to win even one of their four games so far

on April 10, 2026

ESPNcricinfo has learnt South Africa's George Linde is the likely replacement

on April 7, 2026

The new Sri Lanka women's coach wants the team to start playing an aggressive brand of T20 cricket

on April 6, 2026

They picked up injuries during the World Cup, and need to clear the tests to get NOCs for IPL 2026

on April 2, 2026

RCB bowler's argument is that his SLC contract ended on March 31, making the enforcement of an NOC unreasonable and a barrier to his livelihood

on March 26, 2026

Zimbabwe are set to embark on their first bilateral tour of India since 2002

on March 21, 2026

Chameera, Nissanka and Kamindu have passed their tests, while Hasaranga, Pathirana and Malinga are yet to undergo theirs

on March 10, 2026

Kirsten will take over the reins on April 15 on a two-year contract that runs until April 14 2028

on March 9, 2026

The series was scheduled to be played in the UAE, which has been affected by the ongoing military crisis

on March 2, 2026

Our experts, Urooj Mumtaz and Farveez Maharoof, want change, but can't spot any real alternatives in either the Pakistan or the Sri Lanka set-up

on March 1, 2026

Head coach does not want to extend his term, which began shortly after the 2024 T20 World Cup

on March 1, 2026

"When we don't do well, we have to understand the hurt they [Sri Lanka's fans] feel; we have to stay humble and accept our mistakes," Sri Lanka head coach […]

on February 28, 2026

New Zealand join England and South Africa in the knockout stages of the T20 World Cup

on February 28, 2026

SL brought in Mishara for the injured Kusal Mendis, and Liyanage came in for Hemantha

on February 27, 2026

Can they rise to put up a performance they almost never have in a T20 World Cup?

on February 26, 2026

Dasun Shanaka says criticism of the team is impacting the players' mental health, calls on government to intervene

on February 26, 2026

"It's hurtful, it's painful and it's shameful," Farveez Maharoof says after yet another abject batting performance from Sri Lanka at the T20 World Cup

on February 26, 2026

A stunning rearguard from Santner and McConchie with the bat, followed by Ravindra's four-for, gave New Zealand a massive win

on February 25, 2026

New Zealand left out Neesham for offspinner and batter Cole McConchie

on February 24, 2026

The R Premadasa Stadium will host Sri Lanka if they are drawn to face anyone other than India, and if Pakistan don't make the last four

on February 23, 2026

The tour ends on March 25, just one day before the IPL and PSL get underway

on February 22, 2026

Batting consultant reflects on poor display as hosts bowled out for 95 chasing 147

on February 22, 2026

Defending a modest total of 146 after Phil Salt's lone hand, Will Jacks takes three as Sri Lanka are rolled for 95

on February 22, 2026

Opener looks a shadow of dominant self but captain is sure he'll come good when team needs him

on February 22, 2026

England have picked the same XI for the fourth match in a row for their T20 World Cup Super Eight game against Sri Lanka in Pallekele

on February 21, 2026

England have a well-rounded team and recent success against Sri Lanka but carry blemishes from their group-stage games

on February 21, 2026

The outfield in Pallekele is not in the best condition as it's been covered due to rain in the lead up to Sri Lanka vs England

on February 19, 2026

The Zimbabwe bowlers kept Sri Lanka to 178 on a sluggish track before the batters combined to seal their second-highest successful T20I chase

on February 19, 2026

Both teams are already through to the Super Eight of the T20 World Cup

on February 18, 2026

Sri Lanka's last group game is against Zimbabwe on Thursday

on February 18, 2026

Both teams have already qualified for the Super Eight

on February 18, 2026

Sri Lanka's batting coach said the group had not panicked even when they lost 3-0 to England before the T20 World Cup

on February 18, 2026

In the Super Eight stage, India, Zimbabwe, West Indies and South Africa will be in Group 1, and England, New Zealand, Pakistan and Sri Lanka in Group 2

on February 17, 2026

Sri Lanka's spinners backed up by Nissanka's unbeaten century leave Australia needing a miracle to make it to the next round

on February 16, 2026

The Sri Lanka opener scored his second T20I century, a 52-ball 100 not out, in the chase of 182

on February 16, 2026

After two losses from three games at the T20 World Cup, the former champions need a miracle to progress to the Super Eights

on February 16, 2026

He hobbled off after bowling four balls in the game against Australia

on February 16, 2026

Australia made three changes in all, but none of them involved Steven Smith in practically a must-win match for them

on February 15, 2026

R Sridhar backs Dushan Hemantha to step in the absence of Hasaranga, who has been sidelined from the rest of the World Cup with injury

on February 15, 2026

If Marsh is fit, a big call will need to be made on who misses out given Renshaw has impressed for Australia

on February 15, 2026

Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe, Australia and Ireland are all in contention to qualify for the Super Eights from Group B in the T20 World Cup

on February 12, 2026

Kusal Mendis chipped in with a half-century, while Maheesh Theekshana was almost impossible to score off as Oman went down by 105 runs in a one-sided T20 World […]

on February 12, 2026

For Oman, Jay Odedra and Mohammad Nadeem have come in for Karan Sonavale and Shakeel Ahmed

on February 11, 2026

Oman batter Vinayak Shukla says the mood in the camp is "pretty light" as they look to bounce back from the heavy loss against Zimbabwe

on February 11, 2026

The fast bowler hoped for a high-scoring game against Oman in Pallekele, where he expected better conditions for batting than in Khettarama

on February 11, 2026

Hemantha could play instead of Hasaranga, who has been ruled out of the tournament

on February 10, 2026

An MRI scan has revealed a serious tear in his left hamstring

on February 8, 2026

As Sri Lanka accelerated, Ireland's catching deteriorated

on February 8, 2026

Ireland dropped seven catches that proved to be a major factor in their 20-run loss

on February 8, 2026

There was no room for Josh Little while Sri Lanka opted for five batters and five bowlers

on February 8, 2026

Sri Lanka are co-hosts and have a good spin attack, but arrive at the big stage short on form, and possibly confidence

on February 7, 2026

At the T20 World Cup, though, the Sri Lanka captain hopes his batters can perform on what he thinks will be better tracks

on February 6, 2026

Madushan last played a T20I for Sri Lanka in 2023

on February 6, 2026

The venue in Colombo has not hosted a men's T20 international since 2010, and will have day-night matches for the first time during the 2026 T20 World Cup

on February 5, 2026

The Pakistan captain said Sri Lanka "is like a second home for me," and went on to praise the support and love his team gets there

on February 3, 2026

Chameera's five-wicket haul in vain as slow bowlers thrive on turning Pallekele wicket

on February 3, 2026

The MCC also changed the Hit Wicket and Overthrow laws, among other revisions

on February 2, 2026

Pavan Rathnayake has made the cut, while Pramod Madushan has not

on February 2, 2026

The Sri Lanka quick dislocated his shoulder during Sunday's T20I defeat to England

on February 2, 2026

He called Sri Lanka's batting a "work in progress" that is "moving in the right direction" despite the 0-2 scoreline against England in the pre-World Cup T20I […]

on February 1, 2026

Harry Brook's blazing 12-ball cameo tips game after lengthy rain delay and injury to Eshan Malinga

on January 31, 2026

His release point is still not where it used to be, but Matheesha Pathirana showed off his entire repertoire and newfound control in the first T20I against […]

on January 31, 2026

Salt, Banton, spinners star in 11-run DLS victory in first T20I at Pallekele

on January 30, 2026

Three-match series comes as perfect prep for upcoming tournament in India and Sri Lanka

on January 29, 2026

The inclusion of Kusal Perera and the exclusion of Kamindu Mendis have raised eyebrows

on January 28, 2026

Legspinner Dushan Hemantha has also been left out while Dunith Wellalage retains his place

on January 28, 2026

Tamim Rahman handed a five-year suspended sentence of four years rigorous imprisonment, as well as a fine of LKR 24 million

on January 27, 2026

Twin hundreds achieve series turnaround as England come from behind to win 2-1

on January 27, 2026

Joe Root ton bolsters team-mate's quickfire effort as Pavan Rathnayake's century goes in vain

on January 26, 2026

"That was his opinion - mine might be a bit different," says Sri Lanka captain of Khetarrama surface

on January 24, 2026

Visitors come through on slow and low surface, but Root also critical of conditions in five-wicket win

on January 24, 2026

Partnership between Root and Brook key as visitors knock off requirement on slow surface

on January 22, 2026

England were well set in their 272-run chase before Khettarama surface did as it tends to do

on January 22, 2026

Four host spinners share six wickets between them to seal victory despite Jamie Overton's late charge

on January 21, 2026

With the T20 World Cup looming, 50-over contest is unhelpful timing, but a chance to restore confidence

on January 21, 2026

Captain admits focus ought to be on T20 World Cup as teams seek to make the most of three-match series

on January 21, 2026

Allrounder last played 50-over cricket for his country at the 2023 World Cup

on January 21, 2026

The ICC Board is expected to meet on Wednesday to take a final call on Bangladesh's participation at the T20 World Cup

on January 19, 2026

Left-arm spinner is one of only three active bowlers with 1000 first-class wickets

on January 14, 2026

Travis Head, Mitchell Starc and Steven Smith rose in the Test rankings after Australia's 4-1 Ashes win

on January 13, 2026

The sixth season of the tournament will take place in the window from July 8 to August 8

on January 11, 2026

Hasaranga claims four wickets as Pakistan fall 14 runs short, despite Agha's best efforts

on January 10, 2026

Pakistan are 1-0 up, with the second T20I having been washed out

on January 9, 2026

Sri Lanka, meanwhile, will be hoping to fix their batting issues as they look to finetune preparations ahead of the T20 World Cup

on January 8, 2026

Vikram Rathour will join the squad on January 18, four days before the start of Sri Lanka's white-ball series at home against England

on January 8, 2026

Babar Azam "the glue that brings everyone together," Mike Hesson says of the star batter who is currently playing in the BBL in Australia

on January 7, 2026

Farhan's half-century ensured the chase was all but secured before his dismissal

on January 7, 2026

With both Sri Lanka and Pakistan set to play their entire group and Super Eights stages of the T20 World Cup in Sri Lanka, this series should help them get […]

on January 2, 2026

Vimath Dinsara will captain the side, and will have Kavija Gamage as his deputy

on December 30, 2025

India were struggling at 77 for 5 before Harmanpreet's 43-ball 68 took India to a match-winning 175

on December 30, 2025

He was struck by a train in December 2018 and had been on life support for much of the time since

on December 30, 2025

Although this is only a 40-day appointment, it is essentially a continuation of Malinga's work with key bowlers in the national set-up

on December 29, 2025

Sri Lanka, meanwhile, would look to make India pay for their sloppy fielding before they sign off from the tour

on December 29, 2025

Both India and Sri Lanka posted their highest T20I scores after three one-sided low-scoring games

on December 23, 2025

After Vaishnavi and Charani squeezed SL, Shafali made light work of the 129-run chase, scoring an unbeaten half-century

on December 22, 2025

India dropped five catches in the series opener, including three straightforward ones

on December 21, 2025

Sri Lanka's 121 was a below-par total given dew was only going to increase as temperatures reduced

on December 21, 2025

India return to T20Is after their maiden ODI World Cup title at home, while Sri Lanka play their first match in the format since March

on December 20, 2025

Shanaka will be the captain until the end of the forthcoming T20 World Cup