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Bangladesh defeated Sri Lanka by 33 runs.

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Sri Lanka lost the first One Day International Match of Sri Lanka Tour of Bangladesh 2021.

After winning the toss Bangladesh elected to bat first and scored 257 runs for six wickets. Mushfiqur Rahim & Mahmudullah put up partnership 107 runs for the 5th wicket as the scorecard shown below.

BATTING RBM4s6sSR
Tamim Iqbal (c)lbw b DM de Silva5270926174.28
Liton Das c DM de Silva b Chameera038000.00
Shakib Al Hasan c Nissanka b Gunathilaka1534412044.11
Mushfiqur Rahim †c Udana b Sandakan84871204196.55
Mohammad Mithun lbw b DM de Silva013000.00
Mahmudullah  b DM de Silva5476962171.05
Afif Hossain not out27223130122.72
Mohammad Saifuddin not out1391220144.44

In bowling Dhananjaya De Silva took 3 wickets for 45 runs in 10 overs and bowling card of first inning shown below’

BOWLINGOMRWECON0s4s6sWDNB
Isuru Udana1016406.40298040
Dushmantha Chameera803914.87254010
Dhananjaya de Silva1004534.50291111
Danushka Gunathilaka20512.5070000
Wanindu Hasaranga1004804.80313110
Lakshan Sandakan1005515.50273111

In the chase, Sri Lanka started very positively but unable to capitalize the opening quick score of 30 runs in 4.6 overs. Sri Lanka lost all the wickets for 224 runs in 48.1 overs. But Wanidu Hasaranga played an outstanding cameo of 74 runs in 60 balls with 5 massive sixers

Batting card of Sri Lanka

BATTING RBM4s6sSR
Danushka Gunathilaka c & b Mehidy Hasan Miraz21192350110.52
Kusal Perera (c)† b Mehidy Hasan Miraz3050921060.00
Pathum Nissanka c Afif Hossain b Mustafizur Rahman813131061.53
Kusal Mendis c Mehidy Hasan Miraz b Shakib Al Hasan2436432066.66
Dhananjaya de Silva  b Mehidy Hasan Miraz915171060.00
Ashen Bandara  b Mehidy Hasan Miraz324160012.50
Dasun Shanaka  b Mohammad Saifuddin1425351056.00
Wanindu Hasaranga c Afif Hossain b Mohammad Saifuddin74607735123.33
Isuru Udana c Mehidy Hasan Miraz b Mustafizur Rahman2123592091.30
Lakshan Sandakan not out812301066.66
Dushmantha Chameera c Mohammad Saifuddin b Mustafizur Rahman512290041.66

In bowling Mehidy Hasan taken down 4 wickets followed by the Mustafizur with 3 wickets.

BOWLINGOMRWECON0s4s6sWDNB
Mehidy Hasan Miraz1023043.00442100
Taskin Ahmed906206.88287210
Mustafizur Rahman903433.77343020
Mohammad Saifuddin1004924.90252100
Shakib Al Hasan1004414.40323100
Mahmudullah0.10106.0000000

Second match of the series will be played on 25th May 2021 at 12.30 pm

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FFSL Misses FIFA Opportunities Again Amid Concerns of Transparency and Inaction

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While FIFA continues to invest heavily in global football development through initiatives like Forward 3.0 and Football for Schools (F4S), the Football Federation of Sri Lanka (FFSL) once again finds itself lagging behind—not because of lack of funding opportunities, but due to its own failures in administration, planning, and transparency.

Millions Left on the Table

FIFA’s Forward 3.0 programme offers USD 8 million per member association for the 2023–2026 cycle—an increase from previous cycles. These funds are specifically allocated for operational costs and football development projects, including infrastructure, national team support, grassroots leagues, and more.

Under Forward 3.0, FIFA allocates:

  • USD 5 million for operational costs
  • USD 3 million for infrastructure and development projects

Yet, as of April 2025, FFSL has failed to fully leverage these funds. Most notably, Sri Lanka missed out on FIFA’s Football for Schools initiative, which offers USD 50,000, training content, digital platforms, and Adidas footballs for schools. Since the programme began in 2019, over 100 nations have actively rolled it out. Sri Lanka is not one of them.

Lack of Vision or Lack of Will?

Despite FIFA’s clear roadmap and generous funding, FFSL’s inability to fulfill the conditions required—such as active domestic leagues, functional youth structures, and proper digital systems—has blocked their eligibility for key fund releases.

The federation’s operations are also marred by repeated promises and half-baked publicity stunts. Take for example the international stadium project, which was announced multiple times across various locations—Port City, Negombo, and most recently Colombo—but not a single brick has been laid. These announcements appear to be more about media optics than serious project planning or execution.

Global Benchmark: A Stark Contrast

While other nations are making strides in football development using FIFA funds—as showcased in FIFA’s Member Associations in Focus – January 2025 (link)—Sri Lanka continues to fall behind. Countries like India, Nepal, and the Maldives have successfully hosted international matches, built infrastructure, and even expanded their youth programmes using Forward funding.

Meanwhile, FFSL’s financial practices continue to raise questions. A lack of clear audits, poorly executed projects, and insufficient stakeholder engagement have painted a picture of administrative incompetence.

Time for Accountability

As Sri Lanka’s football stagnates while the rest of Asia pushes forward, fans and stakeholders must demand greater transparency, professionalism, and action. It’s time the FFSL stopped making headlines and started building foundations—literally and metaphorically—for the future of football in the country.

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Sri Lanka Secures Three Medals at Asian U18 Athletics Championships – Day 3 Highlights

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Dammam, Saudi Arabia – April 17

The third day of the 6th Asian U18 Athletics Championships in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, delivered a vibrant mix of speed, strength, and rising talent from across the continent. Set against the backdrop of Prince Nayef Sports City, over 400 athletes representing 31 nations competed with passion and purpose. Among them, Sri Lanka earned three spots on the podium with standout performances in track and field.

🌟 Sewmini Fernando was the star on the track, sprinting to silver in the Girls’ 100m final. Clocking an impressive 11.92 seconds, she finished just behind China’s Zhang Qian, in what was one of the evening’s most closely watched races. Her performance not only demonstrated raw speed but also Sri Lanka’s growing potential in sprint events on the Asian stage.

🥉 Meanwhile, in the Boys’ 1500m final, Lahiru Achintha displayed excellent race awareness and endurance, finishing in third place with a time of 3:59.47. His tactical approach and strong finish earned Sri Lanka a bronze medal, making him one of the standout middle-distance performers of the day.

🏅 In addition to these podium finishes, Janith Lakshan Jenkins leapt into medal contention in the Men’s U18 Triple Jump, claiming silver with a mark of 15.10 meters, just behind China’s Dong Zhiyuan.

Though only three athletes officially medaled on Day 3, performances across the board showed promise, heart, and competitive spirit — vital traits for building a strong future in athletics.

Stay tuned as Team Sri Lanka continues to compete and inspire at this prestigious youth championship.

🟡 Sri Lanka’s Medal Count – Day 3
🥈 Sewmini Fernando – Girls’ 100m
🥈 Janith Lakshan Jenkins – Boys’ Triple Jump
🥉 Lahiru Achintha – Boys’ 1500m

#SriLankaAthletics #AsianU18 #SewminiFernando #LakshanJenkins #LahiruAchintha #SriLankanYouth #Dammam2025 #TrackAndField #SriLankanSportsTV #PrideOfTheNation

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Sri Lanka Names 25-Man Squad for Crucial Rugby Clash Against Malaysia

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Sri Lanka Rugby has officially received the Sports Minister’s approval for a 25-member national squad, led by seasoned campaigner Nigel Ratwatte, ahead of the high-stakes playoff match against Malaysia. The game will determine qualification for the Asia Rugby Top 4 Championship, a key milestone in Sri Lanka’s bid for a spot at the 2027 Rugby World Cup.

The match, scheduled for April 19, is expected to be a fierce contest as the Tuskers aim to re-establish themselves among Asia’s rugby elite. A win would secure home games against South Korea and UAE, with the away fixture coming against Hong Kong.

The squad features a mix of experienced players and promising young talent, showing the depth of Sri Lanka’s rugby potential. Backline firepower includes Danushka Ranjan, Akash Madhushanka, and Janidu Dilshan, while the forward pack boasts names like Janidu Fernando, Pulasthi Dissanayake, and Lasindu Karunathilake.

Approved Squad for Malaysia Match

Forwards:

  1. Janidu Fernando
  2. Pulasthi Dissanayake
  3. Senura Perera
  4. Naveen Marasinghe
  5. Thilina Bandara
  6. Nizran Nillar
  7. Tharindu Chathuranga
  8. Lasindu Karunathilake

Backs:

  1. Heshan Jansen
  2. Nigel Ratwatte (Captain)
  3. Janidu Dilshan
  4. Akash Madhushanka
  5. Danushka Ranjan
  6. Dinal Ekanayake
  7. Mursheed Zubair

Finishers (Replacements):

  1. Vimukthi Gamage
  2. Nirosh Perera
  3. Mohamed Rifan
  4. Thenuka Nanayakkara
  5. Pasindu Bandara
  6. Thanuja Jayaweera
  7. Dahan Wickramarachchi
  8. Venura Kodagoda

Standby:

  1. Malitha Wijesundara
  2. Hirantha Perera

Team Management & Support Staff

  • Chef De Mission: Udaya Hettiarachchi
  • Team Manager: Rohan Chinthaka
  • Head Coach: Sanath Martis
  • Forwards Coach: Dushanth Lewke
  • Backs Coach: Saliya Kumara
  • Strength & Conditioning Coach: Tharaka Algama
  • Team Doctor: Dr. Pradeep Kiriella
  • Physiotherapist: Shafin Majeed
  • Masseurs: Manoj Silva, Sanka Dilshan de Silva, L. P. P. Sameera

With preparations intensifying, the squad is in full training mode under the guidance of Sanath Martis and his coaching unit. The players are eyeing a return to the continental spotlight, and the nation will be rallying behind the boys in maroon as they take on Malaysia in this do-or-die battle.

Stay tuned to Sri Lankan Sports TV for full match coverage and updates.

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