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Sri Lanka secure draw in Bangladesh after Dickwella fifty

Sri Lanka secure draw in Bangladesh after Dickwella fifty

Rediff.com19 May 2022

Skipper Dimuth Karunaratne made 52, while Kusal Mendis (48) and Dhananjaya de Silva (33) also contributed with the bat for the tourists.

All-rounder returns as SL bolster attack for Asia Cup

All-rounder returns as SL bolster attack for Asia Cup

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

Along with Hasaranga, Sri Lanka have Dunith Wellalage and Maheesh Theekshana among spin bowling options.

Stone replaces Wood in England team for 2nd Test vs Sri Lanka

Stone replaces Wood in England team for 2nd Test vs Sri Lanka

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

Wood injured his thigh during the first Test and has been ruled out for the rest of the series.

New Zealand vs Sri Lanka set for thrilling final day!

New Zealand vs Sri Lanka set for thrilling final day!

Rediff.com12 Mar 2023

New Zealand will go into the final day of the first Test against Sri Lanka needing 257 runs for victory with nine wickets in hand.

How New Zealand scripted history in Indore

How New Zealand scripted history in Indore

Rediff.com18 Jan 2026

MITCHELL AND PHILLIPS SAVE NZ This is the first time in 37 years that New Zealand have won an ODI series in India

'This isn't the way we want to play'

'This isn't the way we want to play'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

Chamari Athapaththu blames defeats to India, England for Women's World Cup setback

Australia get cover for Starc, Sri Lanka recall Rajapaksa

Australia get cover for Starc, Sri Lanka recall Rajapaksa

Rediff.com10 Jun 2022

Sri Lanka fined 40 percent of match fee for slow-over rate in second T20 against Australia

'I was just 20...': Rohit relives 2007 T20 World Cup triumph

'I was just 20...': Rohit relives 2007 T20 World Cup triumph

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

Rohit Sharma, who captained India to the T20 World Cup title last year, says winning the inaugural edition of the tournament in 2007 was a massive confidence booster for Team India.

Karunaratne bats through pain, Sri Lanka lead swells in Galle

Karunaratne bats through pain, Sri Lanka lead swells in Galle

Rediff.com26 Jul 2022

Bad light stopped play on day three with Karunaratne on 27 and Dhananjaya de Silva on 30.

Deepti Sharma hits career high as T20I No 1

Deepti Sharma hits career high as T20I No 1

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

Star India all-rounder Deepti Sharma on Tuesday rose to the top of the ICC women's T20I bowling rankings for the first time in her career.

ICC appeal fails as BCB stands firm on India travel

ICC appeal fails as BCB stands firm on India travel

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

'While the ICC highlighted that the tournament itinerary has already been announced and requested the BCB to reconsider its stance, the Board's position remains unchanged.'

T20 World Cup PIX: Namibia STUN Sri Lanka

T20 World Cup PIX: Namibia STUN Sri Lanka

Rediff.com16 Oct 2022

IMAGES of the Group A, round one match of the T20 World Cup played between Sri Lanka and Namibia at the Simonds Stadium, in South Geelong, Australia on Sunday

'We need to encourage him': Jayasuriya hails Abhishek

'We need to encourage him': Jayasuriya hails Abhishek

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

Sri Lanka head coach Sanath Jayasuriya has lauded India opener Abhishek Sharma's fearless batting, crediting the team management for allowing the youngster to play his natural game.

India, Kings Under Pressure!

India, Kings Under Pressure!

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

Arshdeep Singh performing under pressure in the Super Over against Sri Lanka can be attributed to meditation and yoga that he practices regularly.

India, Sri Lanka players mourn Warne, Marsh's demise

India, Sri Lanka players mourn Warne, Marsh's demise

Rediff.com5 Mar 2022

The India and Sri Lanka players wore black armbands and observed a minute's silence before the start of second day's play in the first Test in Mohali on Saturday in memory of Australian legends Shane Warne and Rodney Marsh, both of whom passed away within hours of each other on Friday.

Will Shreyas Iyer Be Retained For Sri Lanka Game?

Will Shreyas Iyer Be Retained For Sri Lanka Game?

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

Who do you think should be part of India's playing for the World Cup match against Sri Lanka?

India Vs Pakistan T20 World Cup Clash In Colombo

India Vs Pakistan T20 World Cup Clash In Colombo

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

This will be their first encounter after the controversy-filled the Asia Cup earlier this year, in which India refused to shake hands with the Pakistan players.

T20 World Cup: 'If Pakistan cricket can survive without playing India, they can sustain'

T20 World Cup: 'If Pakistan cricket can survive without playing India, they can sustain'

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

Pakistan have somehow survived the financial loss of not being able to play India bilaterally for two decades now, said former ICC Head of Communications Sami-ul-Hasan Burney.

BWF World Jr C'ships: India kick off campaign in style

BWF World Jr C'ships: India kick off campaign in style

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

World Junior Ch'ships: India off to flying start; Sri Lanka edge UAE in thriller

Emergency imposed in Sri Lanka after Rajapaksa flees

Emergency imposed in Sri Lanka after Rajapaksa flees

Rediff.com13 Jul 2022

Sri Lanka on Wednesday declared a state of emergency after President Gotabaya Rajapaksa fled to the Maldives on a military jet in the face of a public revolt against his government for mishandling the country's economy.

NZ thrash Sri Lanka in second T20 to level series

NZ thrash Sri Lanka in second T20 to level series

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

Seifert smashed six sixes in his 43-ball blitz as New Zealand romped home

Can USA shock India in T20 World Cup opener?

Can USA shock India in T20 World Cup opener?

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

India begins their T20 World Cup campaign against the USA, aiming to leverage their strong team composition and recent form to secure a victory.

KL Rahul Once Again Thrives In A Crisis!

KL Rahul Once Again Thrives In A Crisis!

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

KL Rahul: India's middle-order crisis man strikes eight ODI ton as he juggles accumulation, finishing duties

Politics over cricket? Mustafizur loses Rs 9.2 Cr deal

Politics over cricket? Mustafizur loses Rs 9.2 Cr deal

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman is unlikely to receive any financial compensation after being released by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on the instructions of the BCCI, despite having no role in the circumstances that led to the termination of his contract.

President Rajapaksa still in Sri Lanka: Parliament Speaker

President Rajapaksa still in Sri Lanka: Parliament Speaker

Rediff.com11 Jul 2022

"President of Sri Lanka Gotabaya Rajapaksa is still in the country, I made a mistake in the (BBC) interview," Speaker Abeywardena told ANI in a telephone call.

In-form Chandimal puts Sri Lanka in control vs Pakistan

In-form Chandimal puts Sri Lanka in control vs Pakistan

Rediff.com18 Jul 2022

Dinesh Chandimal smashed his second half-century of the match to put Sri Lanka in the box seat in the opening Test against Pakistan in Galle on Monday.

Sri Lanka thrash Bangladesh to claim Test series 1-0

Sri Lanka thrash Bangladesh to claim Test series 1-0

Rediff.com27 May 2022

Sri Lanka head coach Chris Silverwood began his tenure with a 1-0 series victory against Bangladesh after the islanders won the second and final Test by 10 wickets on Friday.

Why Ishan Kishan will bat ahead of Shreyas Iyer

Why Ishan Kishan will bat ahead of Shreyas Iyer

Rediff.com20 Jan 2026

Ishan Kishan will play ahead of Shreyas Iyer in the series against New Zealand as he is a part of India's T20 World Cup squad and a like-for-like replacement for an injured Tilak Varma being a left-hander, skipper Suryakumar Yadav said on Tuesday.

Indians defer travel plans as Sri Lanka imposes curfew

Indians defer travel plans as Sri Lanka imposes curfew

Rediff.com4 Apr 2022

For Indians, Sri Lanka is one of the favourite venues for destination weddings. But last month, when a family from Delhi chartered a Vistara Airbus A320 to Colombo, it packed much more than the standard paraphernalia of clothes, gifts and jewellery. The family ferried meals from Delhi for all the guests and to cover their entire stay in Colombo due to the food and fuel shortages in the island nation.

Dunith Wellalage's Father Dies During Afghan Game

Dunith Wellalage's Father Dies During Afghan Game

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

Suranga Wellalage, Sri Lankan all-rounder Dunith Wellalage's father, died on September 18, the same day his son played the Asia Cup Group fixture against Afghanistan in Abu Dhabi.

Bangladesh bans IPL broadcast in retaliation

Bangladesh bans IPL broadcast in retaliation

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

'In this situation, until further notice, it is requested by order to stop the broadcasting/telecasting of all matches and programs of the Indian Premier League (IPL).'

Indian-origin duo in Australia's U19 WC squad

Indian-origin duo in Australia's U19 WC squad

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

Two Indian origin players -- Aryan Sharma and John James -- have been named in Australia's 15-member squad for the men's U-19 World Cup scheduled to be held in Namibia and Zimbabwe from January 15 to February 6.

Australia beat Sri Lanka after thrilling Super Over

Australia beat Sri Lanka after thrilling Super Over

Rediff.com13 Feb 2022

Josh Hazlewood was the pick of Australia's bowlers, taking 3-22 in addition to his miserly Super Over, capping a brilliant weekend for the 31-year-old after he was bought for $1 million in the Indian Premier League auction on Saturday.

Indian submarine, Pak ship visit Sri Lanka at same time

Indian submarine, Pak ship visit Sri Lanka at same time

Rediff.com19 Jun 2023

The Indian high commission said its operational visit is to commemorate the ninth edition of International Day of Yoga under the theme of "Global Ocean Ring".

Nissanka ton leads SL to ODI series sweep in Zimbabwe

Nissanka ton leads SL to ODI series sweep in Zimbabwe

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Pathum Nissanka scored his seventh one-day international century with 122 from 136 balls as Sri Lanka defeated hosts Zimbabwe by five wickets to clinch the two-game series at the Harare Sports Club on Sunday.

Khawaja retained for Sydney Test amid exit talk

Khawaja retained for Sydney Test amid exit talk

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Usman Khawaja picked as Australia announce squad for Sydney Test against England

Sri Lanka seize control

Sri Lanka seize control

Rediff.com29 Mar 2006

Opener Upul Tharanga scored an unbeaten 64 as Sri Lanka's batsman consolidated the advantage seized by their bowlers on the third afternoon of the first Test against Pakistan.

Sri Lankan veteran Angelo Mathews to retire from Tests

Sri Lankan veteran Angelo Mathews to retire from Tests

Rediff.com23 May 2025

Since making debut in 2009, Angelo Mathews has turned up in 118 Tests, scoring 8167 runs -- the third-highest tally for Sri Lanka.

T20 World Cup: How Sri Lanka knocked Afghanistan out

T20 World Cup: How Sri Lanka knocked Afghanistan out

Rediff.com1 Nov 2022

Sri Lanka knocked Afghanistan out of the semi-final race at the T20 World Cup

U-19 Final: Can Pakistan stop India's title march?

U-19 Final: Can Pakistan stop India's title march?

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

Eyeing a record-extending 12th title, a dominant India will look to underline their supremacy over arch-rivals Pakistan when they clash in the Under-19 Asia Cup final at the ICC Academy, in Dubai on Sunday.