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Jaffna Stallions swipe the Galle Gladiators| Match Summery | The Final of LPL

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5 years ago

December 16, 2020

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The Sri Lanka’s first ever Premier League T20 Cricket Tournament Lanka Premier League 2020 Grand Final Galle Gladiators vs Jaffna Stallions.

If we see Galle Gladiators, who qualified for the Semi-finals from bottom of the table and beat the strongest Colombo Kings in the last over of the semi’s to qualified to the final. Shahid Afridi is the one who captain the team in group stage but unfortunately he had to go back to Pakistan by leaving the tournament for his personal reasons.

Now lets see about Jaffna Stallions, they were the one who is dominated the tournament in the early stage under the captaincy of Thisara Perera who scored 97 runs for Dambulla Viikings. Further, JS were struggled in the middle of the tournament and got qualified for the semifinals in the 3rd place out of 4 teams. Moreover, Stallions faced Dambulla Viiking in the Semifinals and won the match comprehensively to qualify for the final. The main strategy of the Stallions is rested some players in the middle of the tournament once they qualified for the semifinals.

In the grand final JS won the toss and elected bat, anyhow JS was expecting some fireworks from the openers and it was delivered in first two overs but with the wicket of Charles it was controlled by the GG very well with experience of Amir.

In the middle overs Malik and Dhananjaya put up a 50+ partnership by dominating the spinners and in the depth overs captain Thisara went after the ballers and scored 38 run in 14 balls and took his team to 188 for six wickets.

Gladiators need 189 runs in 20 overs to be the first ever LPL champions. But Gladiators loss the first wicket in the first over and lost the Mr. Consistent Dhanushka Gunathilake for one run in a run out.

In the power play Gladiators only able to score 30 runs for 3 wickets. But captain Bhanuka was exceptional with the injury he scored 40 runs in 17b (3 fours and 4 sixes).

In the middle overs, Azam Khan played a cameo but he got out for going after the Oliver for the 3rd big hit of the over, even after scoring two sixes.

In chase, Stallion’s were dominating Gladiators over the innings not letting them to hit towards the bawlers in any circumstances and path the way to inaugural LPL win by 53 runs.

Congratulations for Jaffna Stallions the strongest team in the Tournament.

Athletics

Tharanga Claims Historic Gold in Nairobi with Record-Breaking Throw

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3 hours ago

April 26, 2026

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Sri Lanka’s rising javelin sensation Rumesh Tharanga delivered a remarkable performance on the international stage, clinching gold at the Kip Keino Classic in Nairobi with a stunning meet record throw of 89.28 metres.

Competing against an elite field, Tharanga outshone some of the sport’s biggest names, including Olympic champion Thomas Röhler and Kenya’s celebrated Olympic silver medallist and world champion Julius Yego. His victory marks one of the most significant achievements in Sri Lankan athletics in recent years.

The triumph is further highlighted by Tharanga’s consistency, as this is his second throw exceeding 89 metres within a month. Such performances signal his growing dominance and position him firmly among the world’s top javelin throwers this season.

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Seneviratne Elected NOC President in Key Vote for Sri Lanka Sports Future

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6 hours ago

April 26, 2026

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Asanga Seneviratne was elected as the new President of the National Olympic Committee of Sri Lanka following a decisive vote held today, marking a significant leadership change at a crucial juncture for the nation’s sporting landscape.

Seneviratne, who also heads the Sri Lanka Baseball Softball Association, secured a clear majority with 16 votes. His closest contender, Jaswar Umar, garnered 11 votes, while Shirantha Peiris received 2.

The election outcome places Seneviratne at the helm of the country’s premier Olympic body as Sri Lanka intensifies preparations for a series of upcoming regional and international competitions.

His appointment is expected to play a key role in shaping the direction of national sports development and strengthening the country’s presence on the global stage.

Cricket

LPL Sixth Edition to Be Played Across Four Venues from July 10 to August 5

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4 days ago

April 22, 2026

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The sixth edition of the Lanka Premier League (LPL) is set to take place from July 10 to August 5, 2026, promising another exciting season of top-quality Twenty20 cricket. As Sri Lanka’s premier domestic T20 competition with a strong international presence, the tournament continues to attract both local and overseas talent.

This year’s matches will be held across four venues: Sinhalese Sports Club Ground (SSC), R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium (RPICS), Pallekele International Cricket Stadium (PICS), and Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium (RDICS). These iconic grounds are expected to provide a vibrant atmosphere and excellent playing conditions throughout the competition.

The online registration portal for foreign players will officially open on May 4, 2026, allowing international cricketers to sign up and participate in the league. This step ensures the continuation of LPL’s global appeal, as overseas players add competitiveness and diversity to the tournament.

The event will be organized by Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), the official owner of the league, in partnership with The IPG Group, which holds the event rights. Their collaboration has been instrumental in maintaining the league’s high standards since its inception.

Launched in 2020, the LPL has rapidly grown in popularity among cricket fans. Mr. Samantha Dodanwela, an Executive Committee Member of SLC, will continue in his role as Tournament Director, ensuring smooth organization and execution.

With thrilling matches and star players expected, LPL 2026 is set to deliver another unforgettable cricketing spectacle.