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Women's T20 World Cup: Wyatt-Hodge ton powers England to crushing win over Sri Lanka

Women's T20 World Cup: Wyatt-Hodge ton powers England to crushing win over Sri Lanka

Rediff.com13 Jun 2026

Danni Wyatt-Hodge struck a magnificent unbeaten century as England launched their Women's T20 World Cup campaign with an emphatic 87-run victory over Sri Lanka at Edgbaston on Friday.

T20 WC: Mendis magic powers Sri Lanka past Ireland

T20 WC: Mendis magic powers Sri Lanka past Ireland

Rediff.com8 Feb 2026

Sri Lanka kicked off their T20 World Cup campaign with a clinical 20-run win over Ireland, powered by a resilient half-century from Kusal Mendis and a blistering cameo from Kamindu Mendis, while their spinners dismantled the Irish batting line-up."

Mendis hits century as Sri Lanka crush Australia

Mendis hits century as Sri Lanka crush Australia

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

This is Sri Lanka's biggest victory over Australia in ODIs in terms of runs.

Will Sri Lanka's cricket team travel to Pakistan despite threat?

Will Sri Lanka's cricket team travel to Pakistan despite threat?

Rediff.com13 Sep 2019

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is still hopeful of hosting Sri Lanka for a limited-overs tour this month despite alleged terrorist threats.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Earns India A Call-Up For Sri Lanka Tri-Series

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Earns India A Call-Up For Sri Lanka Tri-Series

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Teenage batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been named in the 15-member India A squad for the tri-nation 50-over series in Sri Lanka, starting June 9.

Sri Lankan Bowler Challenges Cricket Board Over IPL Participation

Sri Lankan Bowler Challenges Cricket Board Over IPL Participation

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Sri Lankan fast bowler Nuwan Thushara has filed a case in the Colombo District Court seeking a court order to secure his playing rights in the ongoing IPL after Sri Lanka Cricket refused to grant him a No Objection Certificate due to "failed fitness tests".

Indian co-owner of Lanka Premier League franchise arrested in player bribery case

Indian co-owner of Lanka Premier League franchise arrested in player bribery case

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

A former Indian under-19 cricketer, who is a co-owner of the Lanka Premier League (LPL) franchise Jaffna Kings, was arrested by Sri Lanka's sports anti-corruption investigators on Friday over allegations of attempting to bribe a player.

'Test cricket is dying'

'Test cricket is dying'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2026

Former Sri Lankan pacer Chaminda Vaas has called on cricket authorities to actively work towards preserving Test and 50-over formats, warning that they are 'dying' amidst the growing global preference for T20s and franchise leagues.

Asia Cup: Know This About Sri Lanka?

Asia Cup: Know This About Sri Lanka?

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

With six titles -- four more than Pakistan -- and unmatched consistency, Sri Lanka has quietly been the tournament's second-most dominant force.

Sri Lanka Cricket slams Australia spin consultant Murali's behaviour

Sri Lanka Cricket slams Australia spin consultant Murali's behaviour

Rediff.com25 Jul 2016

Sri Lanka Cricket has protested to the Australian cricket team management over alleged highhandedness of spin legend Muttiah Muralitharan, who is working with the visitors as a spin consultant for the three-Test series in island nation.

Not in a position to host Asia Cup T20: Sri Lanka Cricket

Not in a position to host Asia Cup T20: Sri Lanka Cricket

Rediff.com20 Jul 2022

Sri Lanka Cricket on Wednesday informed the Asian Cricket Council that they will not be in a position to host the upcoming edition of the Asia Cup T20 because of the economic and political crisis in the island nation.

Ranatunga alleges corruption in Sri Lanka Cricket

Ranatunga alleges corruption in Sri Lanka Cricket

Rediff.com7 Jul 2010

Described as the third most corrupt institution in the country, Sri Lanka Cricket came in for some criticism from former captain and Parliamentarian Arjuna Ranatunga, who claimed the money from TV rights deal has "gone into pockets of some individuals."

Six ODI Centuries in a Single Day! A Historic First for Cricket

Six ODI Centuries in a Single Day! A Historic First for Cricket

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

Sunday, September 27, 2026, witnessed an unprecedented event in international cricket as six centuries were scored across three One-Day Internationals, marking a historic first for the sport.

T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka determined to overcome England challenge

T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka determined to overcome England challenge

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

Sri Lanka's fielding coach R Sridhar believes the team has learned from their previous defeat against England and is ready for their T20 World Cup Super Eights match.

Root stars as England chase down Sri Lanka in style

Root stars as England chase down Sri Lanka in style

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

Joe Root's all-round performance has helped England defeat Sri Lanka by five wickets in the second ODI at the R. Premadasa Stadium on Saturday.

Sri Lanka players want to leave Pakistan, but board orders them to stay

Sri Lanka players want to leave Pakistan, but board orders them to stay

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Sri Lankan players currently touring Pakistan for a three-match ODI series want to return home due to security concerns following a deadly suicide attack in Islamabad but PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi claimed that the rubber will continue, albeit with a rejigged schedule.

No Babar, No Shaheen: PCB's bold Sri Lanka gamble

No Babar, No Shaheen: PCB's bold Sri Lanka gamble

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

With the 2026 T20 World Cup fast approaching, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has opted for a bold shake-up, dropping marquee players such as Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi from the T20I squad for the Sri Lanka series.

Will Australia include Steve Smith for crucial Sri Lanka clash?

Will Australia include Steve Smith for crucial Sri Lanka clash?

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

Injury-hit Australia are considering including veteran Steve Smith to strengthen their batting line-up for the crucial T20 World Cup Group B match against Sri Lanka. Australia needs to win to secure a spot in the Super Eights after a defeat to Zimbabwe.

Sri Lanka T20 captain Dasun Shanaka banned from Pakistan Super League

Sri Lanka T20 captain Dasun Shanaka banned from Pakistan Super League

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has banned Sri Lanka's captain Dasun Shanaka from the Pakistan Super League (PSL) for one year after he joined the Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Blessing Muzarabani has also been banned for two years.

Asian Games: Indian men's team in cricket semis after washout

Asian Games: Indian men's team in cricket semis after washout

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

The Indian men's cricket team has advanced to the Asian Games semi-final after their quarter-final match against Afghanistan was abandoned due to rain, with India progressing based on their superior ICC T20I ranking.

T20 World Cup: Zimbabwe stun Sri Lanka, top Group B

T20 World Cup: Zimbabwe stun Sri Lanka, top Group B

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

Zimbabwe beat Sri Lanka by six wickets in T20 World Cup match to top Group B in Colombo

T20 World Cup: Jacks, Archer star as England demolish Sri Lanka

T20 World Cup: Jacks, Archer star as England demolish Sri Lanka

Rediff.com22 Feb 2026

Jofra Archer and Will Jacks tore through Sri Lanka's batting line-up after Phil Salt's 40-ball 62 to power England to a thumping 51-run win in an eventful Super 8s match of the ICC T20 World Cup.

Pramod Madushan replaces Malinga in Sri Lanka's T20 World Cup squad

Pramod Madushan replaces Malinga in Sri Lanka's T20 World Cup squad

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

The International Cricket Council has confirmed pacer Pramod Madushan as the replacement for Sri Lanka quick Eshan Malinga, who was ruled out of the Twenty20 World Cup on home soil after dislocating his shoulder against England last week.

Tragic End For Veteran Cricket Coach In Colombo

Tragic End For Veteran Cricket Coach In Colombo

Rediff.com13 Aug 2026

A 62-year-old cricket coach, Sumith Fernando, who mentored Kusal Mendis, died in Colombo following an altercation with two school players over drinking water during a match. A 17-year-old player has been arrested and placed under child probation custody.

Sonal Dinusha's stellar India series rewarded with ICC Player of the Month award

Sonal Dinusha's stellar India series rewarded with ICC Player of the Month award

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

Sonal Dinusha was named ICC Men's Player of the Month after tormenting India with 420 runs at 140, including three centuries, across Sri Lanka's two-Test series.

Shah Hails Indian Women's Cricket Team For Asian Games Gold

Shah Hails Indian Women's Cricket Team For Asian Games Gold

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

Union Home Minister Amit Shah congratulated the Indian women's cricket team for winning the gold medal at the Asian Games. Shah praised their "bedazzling" performance and "unmatched cricketing prowess" after they defeated Sri Lanka by 147 runs in the final held in Japan.

Sanath Jayasuriya appointed Sri Lanka head coach till 2026

Sanath Jayasuriya appointed Sri Lanka head coach till 2026

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

Sanath Jayasuriya has been appointed on a two-year contract till March 31, 2026.

England cricket braces for challenging winter after turbulent summer

England cricket braces for challenging winter after turbulent summer

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

England cricket experienced a turbulent home summer marked by Ben Stokes's unexpected retirement, the sacking of Test coach Brendon McCullum, and several off-field disciplinary incidents. Despite these challenges, the team achieved mixed results in various formats. They are now preparing for a demanding winter schedule, with Stephen Fleming taking over as the new Test coach, aiming for a more measured approach.

Pakistan batter breaks Abhishek's T20I series record

Pakistan batter breaks Abhishek's T20I series record

Rediff.com3 days ago

Pakistan captain Sahibzada Farhan set a new record for the most runs in a bilateral three-match men's T20I series with 238 runs, despite his side suffering an eight-wicket defeat against Sri Lanka in the final match in Rawalpindi. Farhan scored his third consecutive half-century, surpassing India's Abhishek Sharma's previous record.

T20 World Cup: Australia humiliated! Marsh admits Sri Lanka outplayed them

T20 World Cup: Australia humiliated! Marsh admits Sri Lanka outplayed them

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Sri Lanka defeated Australia in a T20 World Cup match, with Pathum Nissanka scoring a century. Sri Lanka has qualified for the Super Eights.

Pakistan sack Salman as T20 captain, Farhan takes over

Pakistan sack Salman as T20 captain, Farhan takes over

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

The Pakistan Cricket Board has announced significant changes to its T20 leadership, dropping Salman Ali Agha as captain and appointing Sahibzada Farhan. The board also named squads for upcoming T20 and ODI series against Sri Lanka and England, with Shaheen Shah Afridi retaining ODI captaincy.

Hasaranga steps down as Sri Lanka T20 captain

Hasaranga steps down as Sri Lanka T20 captain

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

'Hasaranga said it is in the best interest of Sri Lanka Cricket'

Bangladesh brace for stern test against in-form Sri Lanka

Bangladesh brace for stern test against in-form Sri Lanka

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

The islanders, led by Charith Asalanka, have quietly built a formidable unit combining top-order solidity with middle-order power and a spin attack tailor-made for UAE conditions.

T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka's injury woes deepen as Pathirana ruled out

T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka's injury woes deepen as Pathirana ruled out

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Matheesha Pathirana has been ruled out of the remainder of the T20 World Cup due to a muscle strain, further impacting Sri Lanka's campaign after Wanindu Hasaranga's earlier injury.

India thump Sri Lanka, but Harmanpreet is worried!

India thump Sri Lanka, but Harmanpreet is worried!

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

We're really working hard on fielding but don't know why we keep dropping catches: Harmanpreet

Jayasuriya shines as Sri Lanka rout Bangladesh to win Test series

Jayasuriya shines as Sri Lanka rout Bangladesh to win Test series

Rediff.com28 Jun 2025

Spinner Prabath Jayasuriya led the charge with a five-wicket haul as Bangladesh collapsed for just 133 in their second innings, handing Sri Lanka a win by an innings and 78 runs.

T20 WC: Sri Lanka trounce Oman by 105 runs

T20 WC: Sri Lanka trounce Oman by 105 runs

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Sri Lanka posted a massive total against minnows Oman in their Group B T20 World Cup clash in Pallekele, Sri Lanka, on Thursday.

T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka face tricky opener vs unpredictable Ireland

T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka face tricky opener vs unpredictable Ireland

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Sri Lanka didn't have the best of preparations for the T20 showpiece as they were whitewashed 0-3 by England in a home T20 series. Ireland will be led by veteran Paul Stirling and feature key players like Harry Tector and Josh Little.

Women's WC: Sri Lanka-Australia match abandoned

Women's WC: Sri Lanka-Australia match abandoned

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

Women's WC: Rain forces abandonment of Sri Lanka's match against Australia

Another Blow for PSL: Sri Lanka's Dasun Shanaka joins Rajasthan Royals for IPL 2026

Another Blow for PSL: Sri Lanka's Dasun Shanaka joins Rajasthan Royals for IPL 2026

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka will join Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026 as a replacement for the injured Sam Curran, marking another player shift from the Pakistan Super League to the IPL.