Sri Lanka cricket news

Happy Birthday Dinesh Chandimal: Inside the Untold Love Story With Wife Ishika Jayasekara That Fans Can’t Stop Talking About

Dinesh Chandimal’s wife, Ishika Jayasekara, is a graceful and influential figure who has played a pivotal role in the Sri Lankan cricketer’s life and success. Born and raised in Sri Lanka, Ishika values family, culture, and privacy, maintaining a low profile while supporting Chandimal throughout his cricketing journey. The couple married on May 1, 2015, after a long-term relationship, and welcomed their son in 2019. Ishika is admired for her elegance, charitable work, and unwavering support, often seen cheering during Chandimal’s milestone performances, including his memorable double century against Australia in Galle.

Nov 18, 2025, 09:35 AM IST

Sri Lanka Tour Of Pakistan In Jeopardy As Eight Players Opt To Return Home After Islamabad Blast

The Sri Lanka men's cricket team’s tour of Pakistan faces uncertainty after eight of the 16 squad members decided to return home following a suicide bomb blast in Islamabad on Tuesday.

Nov 12, 2025, 23:10 PM IST

ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 Updated Points Table: Australia Leads, South Africa Climbs Up, India At...

South Africa won the second match against Pakistan and levelled the series 1-1. Here is the updated points table of World Test Championship 2025-27 after the Rawalpindi match. 

Oct 23, 2025, 16:19 PM IST

Pathum Nissanka Joins Virat Kohli And Babar Hayat In Elite Asia Cup Record With T20I Century Vs India

Sri Lanka’s rising star Pathum Nissanka made history in the Asia Cup 2025 by becoming only the third cricketer to score a T20I century in the tournament, joining the elite company of Virat Kohli and Babar Hayat. 

Sep 27, 2025, 13:21 PM IST

Dasun Shanaka Sets Unwanted T20I Record Against Pakistan In Asia Cup 2025

Sri Lankan all-rounder Dasun Shanaka has etched his name in the record books for an unfortunate reason after Sri Lanka’s Super Four clash against Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025.

 

Sep 24, 2025, 14:13 PM IST

Wanindu Hasaranga Ruled Out, Nuwanidu Fernando Returns As Sri Lanka Announce 16-Member Squad Against Zimbabwe

Sri Lanka will be without their star spin-bowling all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga for the upcoming ODI series in Zimbabwe. 

Aug 21, 2025, 20:33 PM IST

2022 WT20 Winners England Set To Tour SL In Order To Prepare For ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 In India

This bilateral tour will feature three One Day Internationals (ODIs) and three T20 Internationals (IT20s), running from January 22 to February 3, 2026.

Aug 20, 2025, 18:17 PM IST

Dimuth Karunaratne Announces Retirement From International Cricket After 100th Test

Karunaratne, who made his Test debut in 2012, has been the backbone of Sri Lanka’s batting lineup for over a decade.

Feb 04, 2025, 12:11 PM IST

Sri Lanka Spinner Praveen Jayawickramam Found Guilty Of Breaching ICC's Anti-Corruption Code, Banned For 1 Year

Jayawickrama’s downfall stems from his violation of Article 2.4.7 of the ICC Anti-Corruption Code, which pertains to obstructing or delaying an investigation by the ACU.

Oct 03, 2024, 07:36 AM IST

Wasim Jaffer’s Cheeky Comeback To Michael Vaughan’s Dig After Team India Series Defeat Against Sri Lanka Goes Viral

While Jaffer’s reply brought a smile to many faces, it also underscored the reality of India’s recent performance.

Aug 12, 2024, 11:06 AM IST

Sri Lanka Announce ODI Squad For Series Against India: Liyanage, Karunaratne Make Comeback

The series against India promises compelling match-ups, with Sri Lanka aiming to capitalize on home advantage.

Jul 31, 2024, 08:42 AM IST

Sri Lanka Announce Full-Strength Squad For IND vs SL T20Is

This series marks a significant milestone for the Indian team, as it is the first assignment for Gambhir as head coach.

Jul 23, 2024, 11:38 AM IST

Sri Lanka's Squad For T20 World Cup 2024 Announced, Wanindu Hasaranga Named Captain

Wanindu Hasaranga's appointment as the captain is a testament to his prowess both on and off the field.

May 09, 2024, 20:47 PM IST

Lahiru Thirimanne Hospitalized After Car Crash In Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka Cricketer Sustaines Minor Injuries

The morning took a tragic turn when Thirimanne's car collided head-on with a lorry in the Thirappane area.

Mar 14, 2024, 15:56 PM IST

WATCH: Angelo Mathews Hits Boundary & Wicket On The Same Ball, Video Goes Viral

his bizarre hit-wicket dismissal brought his impressive innings to a close and left the home crowd in disbelief.

Feb 04, 2024, 11:21 AM IST

Sri Lanka Fail To Qualify For ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Scheduled To Take Place In Pakistan

The 2025 ICC Champions Trophy will witness a clash of the cricketing titans, with Australia, England, India, New Zealand, Pakistan, South Africa, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan securing their spots based on their impressive performances in the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup.

Nov 11, 2023, 21:01 PM IST

EXPLAINED: The Reason Behind ICC Suspending Sri Lanka Cricket Amid The Ongoing Cricket World Cup 2023

Did current boss of Sri Lanka Cricket Shammi Silva himself asked ICC to suspend the national cicket board? What is the reason for ICC's shocking reaction? Check here

Nov 11, 2023, 08:29 AM IST

Sri Lanka Announces Squad for ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023, THIS Big Name Missing

Sri Lanka's squad for the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 is a blend of experience and youth, with a mix of explosive batters and potent bowlers.

Sep 26, 2023, 17:14 PM IST

Asia Cup 2023: Sri Lanka Cricket Expresses Interest In Hosting Event Amid Venue Uncertainty, Says Report

Informal discussions between the heads of various cricket boards have led to a consensus that the tournament should have only one venue.

May 29, 2023, 19:08 PM IST