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Sri Lanka clinch consolation win

Sri Lanka clinch consolation win

Rediff.com8 Feb 2009

Sri Lanka clinched a consolation 68-run victory against India in the fifth and final one-day international in Colombo on Sunday to avoid a series whitewash. Sri Lanka piled up 320 for eight with opener Tillakaratne Dilshan top-scoring with 97, then bowled out India for 252. India won the series 4-1.

Australian team donates prize money to crisis-hit Sri Lanka

Australian team donates prize money to crisis-hit Sri Lanka

Rediff.com11 Aug 2022

The funds revealed by Australian players will go towards programmes by UNICEF that support nutrition, healthcare, safe drinking water, education, and mental health services for 1.7 million vulnerable in-need children in the country.

History made! Prasidh 1st Indian to take ODI five-for at Chepauk

History made! Prasidh 1st Indian to take ODI five-for at Chepauk

Rediff.com20 Jun 2026

Indian pacer Prasidh Krishna achieved a historic milestone at Chennai's Chepauk Stadium, taking his maiden five-wicket haul (5/23) in ODIs against Afghanistan. This performance marked the best figures by an Indian bowler at the venue and placed him among an elite group of Indian pacers.

Sri Lanka crush Bangladesh

Sri Lanka crush Bangladesh

Rediff.com22 Sep 2005

Sri Lanka defeated Bangladesh by an innings 69 runs to complete a 2-0 series win on the third day of the second Test.

Gambhir's era begins: Team India arrives in Sri Lanka

Gambhir's era begins: Team India arrives in Sri Lanka

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

The Men in Blue, led by newly appointed head coach Gautam Gambhir, arrived in Sri Lanka for a six-match white-ball series on Monday.

Zeeshan Ansari gets India A call-up despite no Ranji Trophy match in six years

Zeeshan Ansari gets India A call-up despite no Ranji Trophy match in six years

Rediff.com16 Jun 2026

Leg-spinner Zeeshan Ansari has been fast-tracked into the India A team for the two unofficial Tests against Sri Lanka A later this month.

Sri Lanka crush Zimbabwe

Sri Lanka crush Zimbabwe

Rediff.com9 Oct 2004

Sri Lanka strode to a seven-wicket win after bundling out the Zimbabweans for 104 in the fourth match of a triangular ODI tournament in Pakistan.

ODI World Cup: Probe underway after Sri Lanka fail to earn direct qualification

ODI World Cup: Probe underway after Sri Lanka fail to earn direct qualification

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

After Sri Lanka failed to earn direct qualification for the upcoming ODI World Cup, a technical committee began their investigation.

Lawson rocks Sri Lanka

Lawson rocks Sri Lanka

Rediff.com14 Jul 2005

Jermaine Lawson rocked Sri Lanka by taking four wickets to help West Indies to a 58-run first-innings lead in the first Test.

Bangladesh Overtake India In WTC Rankings; India Slip To 6th

Bangladesh Overtake India In WTC Rankings; India Slip To 6th

Rediff.com20 May 2026

The Indian cricket team has fallen to sixth place in the latest World Test Championship (WTC) rankings after Bangladesh's series win against Pakistan.

Key to Sri Lanka's victory...

Key to Sri Lanka's victory...

Rediff.com5 Jun 2019

Thisara admitted his side were far from perfect after another batting disaster, he insisted they always knew they had a chance of success if their bowlers stepped up.

Why Pakistanis Are Saying Sorry To Sri Lanka

Why Pakistanis Are Saying Sorry To Sri Lanka

Rediff.com7 Dec 2021

Priyantha Kumara was murdered by Pakistani fundamentalists last Friday, provoking civil society protests in Lahore and Karachi against the horrific crime.

Sri Lanka drop Dharmasena

Sri Lanka drop Dharmasena

Rediff.com14 Mar 2004

Left-arm spinner Rangana Herath has been called up as his replacement for the second Test against Australia.

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?

Vote! Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan: Who Will Win?

Vote! Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan: Who Will Win?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2022

The first Super 4 game in the Asia Cup will be played between Sri Lanka and Afghanistan at the Sharjah cricket stadium starting 1930 IST.

A soldier returns to Sri Lanka

A soldier returns to Sri Lanka

Rediff.com11 Apr 2018

'As I went around Batticaloa, Trincomalee, Jaffna and Mannar, my mind went back to my visit in January 1990 at the fag end of the IPKFs mission in Sri Lanka,' says Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

How Indian bowlers troubled Sri Lanka on Day 2

How Indian bowlers troubled Sri Lanka on Day 2

Rediff.com5 Mar 2022

After the stumps on Day 2, Sri Lanka's score read 108/4 as they are trailing India by 466 runs.

PCB reassures Sri Lanka players of safety

PCB reassures Sri Lanka players of safety

Rediff.com12 Sep 2019

'We have seen the SLC statement, but are not privy to any information or intelligence report relating to safety of the SL team. The PCB reiterates its commitment to provide complete safety and security to the SL side and in this relation will continue to work with the SLC'

Pakistan looks to Sri Lanka

Pakistan looks to Sri Lanka

Rediff.com7 Sep 2008

With South Africa pulling out of the proposed tri-series, Pakistan is now looking to play in a five-match ODI series against Sri Lanka later this month.

Kasprowicz destroys Sri Lanka

Kasprowicz destroys Sri Lanka

Rediff.com3 Jul 2004

India vs England: Gill opens up on India's costly middle-order collapse

India vs England: Gill opens up on India's costly middle-order collapse

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

Joe Root's patient, unbeaten 99 anchored England's chase of 234 against India, securing a four-wicket victory and levelling the three-match ODI series 1-1. India captain Shubman Gill attributed his side's defeat to a middle-order collapse, which saw them slump from 178 for 3 to 193 for 7.

Sri Lanka bans flyers from India with immediate effect

Sri Lanka bans flyers from India with immediate effect

Rediff.com6 May 2021

Several countries like the United Kingdom, the United Arab Emirates, Australia and Singapore have already banned travellers from India as well as other South Asian countries.

World Cup Qualifiers: Sri Lanka, Scotland register big wins

World Cup Qualifiers: Sri Lanka, Scotland register big wins

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

A dominant Sri Lanka thrashed Oman by 10 wickets in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 Qualifier to climb to the top of Group B at the Queens Sports Club, in Bulawayo on Friday.

Rain forces Sri Lanka-Nepal T20 WC match to be called off

Rain forces Sri Lanka-Nepal T20 WC match to be called off

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Rain forced the T20 World Cup Group D match between Sri Lanka and Nepal in Florida on Tuesday to be called off without a ball being bowled.

Sri Lanka recall Kaluwitharana

Sri Lanka recall Kaluwitharana

Rediff.com10 Dec 2002

Selection Calls Under Fire as Australia Face T20 Exit

Selection Calls Under Fire as Australia Face T20 Exit

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Australia's T20 World Cup campaign hangs by a thread after shock defeats to Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka, with injury setbacks and controversial selection decisions -- including Steve Smith's omission -- drawing sharp criticism.

Jayawardene named consultant for Sri Lanka's T20 World Cup

Jayawardene named consultant for Sri Lanka's T20 World Cup

Rediff.com25 Sep 2021

Former Sri Lanka captain Mahela Jayawardene has been appointed the national team's consultant for the first round of next month's Twenty20 World Cup, the country's cricket board said.

Sri Lanka survive third day

Sri Lanka survive third day

Rediff.com14 May 2006

At the close Sri Lanka, who scored 192 in their first innings, were 183 for three in reply to England's 551 for six declared.

Sri Lanka thrash Kenya

Sri Lanka thrash Kenya

Rediff.com6 Apr 2003

Kumar Sangakkara thumped his second successive century to set up the Lankan victory.

T20 World Cup qualifiers: Sri Lanka thrash UAE to stay alive

T20 World Cup qualifiers: Sri Lanka thrash UAE to stay alive

Rediff.com18 Oct 2022

IMAGES from the T20 qualifiers played between Sri Lanka and the UAE on Tuesday.

Rohit Sharma Still Has Unfinished Business

Rohit Sharma Still Has Unfinished Business

Rediff.com22 Jul 2026

The Hitman still probably hurts over missing World Cup glory in 2011 and his stellar career rightfully deserves one last hurrah at the ODI World Cup.

How Rahul helped Siraj plot Sri Lanka's innings fail

How Rahul helped Siraj plot Sri Lanka's innings fail

Rediff.com12 Jan 2023

Siraj, who played a vital role in India's win in the opening ODI at Guwahati taking two wickets, said during the innings break on Thursday that Rahul noticed that the ball had stopped doing its bit after only the first over and that a new strategy would have to be employed against the experienced batting order.

India women win 4x100m relay gold at Asian Relays Championships

India women win 4x100m relay gold at Asian Relays Championships

Rediff.com21 Jun 2026

India's athletics contingent secured a gold medal in the women's 4x100m relay at the Asian Relays Championships in Shaoxing, China, clocking a season-best time.

Sri Lanka allows Chinese research vessel to dock, India monitoring situation

Sri Lanka allows Chinese research vessel to dock, India monitoring situation

Rediff.com31 Jul 2022

The southern deep-sea port of Hambantota is considered strategically important for its location.

'India behind Sri Lanka blast'

'India behind Sri Lanka blast'

Rediff.com1 Sep 2006

Wali, who returned from Sri Lanka a week ago, alleged that the attack was carried out by RAW to begin a proxy war in a third country.

Indian eves beat Sri Lanka

Indian eves beat Sri Lanka

Rediff.com2 Jan 2006

Indian eves continued their unbeaten streak in the Women's Asia Cup in Karachi on Sunday.

T20 World Cup Super 8s: The wicket spun more than expected, says Santner

T20 World Cup Super 8s: The wicket spun more than expected, says Santner

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Mitchell Santner's captain's knock and Rachin Ravindra's bowling brilliance led New Zealand to a 61-run victory over Sri Lanka in the T20 World Cup, pushing them closer to the semifinals.

ICC Rankings: Abhishek loses No 1 T20I spot as Kishan takes over

ICC Rankings: Abhishek loses No 1 T20I spot as Kishan takes over

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

Ishan Kishan has ascended to the No.1 spot in the ICC T20I batting rankings, surpassing Abhishek Sharma after strong performances, including at the T20 World Cup. Jasprit Bumrah now leads the Test bowling rankings, while Travis Head is the top Test batter. The latest ICC rankings also show significant movements for other players across T20I and Test formats.

Indian official assaulted in crisis-hit Sri Lanka, mission alerts citizens

Indian official assaulted in crisis-hit Sri Lanka, mission alerts citizens

Rediff.com19 Jul 2022

A senior Indian government official posted in Sri Lanka sustained grievous injuries in an unprovoked assault, the Indian high commission in Colombo said on Tuesday as it urged its nationals to remain aware of the latest developments in the island nation and plan their movements and activities accordingly.

Will Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Make India Debut in First T20I Vs Ireland?

Will Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Make India Debut in First T20I Vs Ireland?

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

Vaobhav Sooryavanshi, 15, stands a chance to become India's youngest international cricketer, potentially breaking Sachin Tendulkar's record.