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Kandy, Dambulla register wins

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2 years ago

July 10, 2024

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Lanka Premier League 2024

In a doubleheader Tuesday, Dambulla Sixers and Kandy Falcons secured wins to intensify the playoff race in the ongoing fifth edition of the Lanka Premier League being played at Dambulla International Cricket stadium.

Falcons triumphed over league leaders Jaffna Kings in a thrilling chase, whereas Dambulla displayed their bowling strength against Galle Marvels.

Kandy Falcons Vs Jaffna Kings

Dinesh Chandimal’s aggressive knock of 89 runs overshadowed Pathum Nissanka’s 119, guiding Kandy Falcons to a commanding 7-wicket triumph over Jaffna Kings in a high-scoring contest.

Jaffna Kings posted a competitive total of 224-7 after batting first, thanks to a splendid century by Pathum Nissanka. In reply, Kandy Falcons successfully chased down the target in just 18.2 overs, driven by Dinesh Chandimal’s rapid 89-run contribution.

Jaffna Kings made a strong start after opting to bat, as Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis combined for a 112-run opening partnership.

Pathum took charge early on with an array of boundaries and sixes, while Kusal Mendis added 26 runs before getting dismissed by Ramesh Mendis in the 10th over after being caught LBW.

Despite the breakthrough, Pathum continued to dominate at one end, with Rilee Rossouw later joining in to form another 50-run partnership for the second wicket.

The dynamic Rossouw scored 41 runs before departing in the 15th over, leaving the Kings at 162-2 with Pathum Nissanka closing in on his century at 92 runs.

Nissanka then accelerated, smashing 22 runs off Shoriful Isalm’s over to reach his first T20I century. He eventually reached 119 runs off 59 balls, including 16 boundaries and 4 sixes, before getting dismissed in the 17th over while attempting a slog sweep over long on, caught near the boundary line off Dasun Shanaka’s bowling.

Pathum’s explosive innings also set a new record for the highest individual score in LPL history and marked his first T20I century.

Despite the promising start, Jaffna Kings were restricted to 224-7 as wickets fell at regular intervals in the final overs.

Dasun Shanka had a decent bowling performance, ending with figures of 3-40.

In reply, Kandy Falcons got off to a strong start with a solid opening partnership between Dinesh Chandimal and Andre Fletcher, adding 34 runs for the first wicket in just two overs.

After Fletcher (13) was dismissed, Chandimal continued to attack, forming a crucial 58-run partnership with Mohammed Harris for the second wicket. Despite Harris (25) being out, Chandimal scored a quick 89 off 37 balls, including 8 boundaries and 7 sixes, before being dismissed in the 14th over. Kamindu Mendis then partnered Angelo Mathews (29*) to successfully chase down the target with 10 balls to spare, with Mendis remaining unbeaten on 65 off 36 deliveries.

*Dambulla Sixers Vs Galle Marvels *

Meanwhile in another game played between Dambulla Sixers Vs Galle Marvels, 21-year old Chamindu Wickramasinghe’s all round performance helped Dambulla register a thumping 25 run win.

Chamindu scored 56 runs with the bat before showcasing his bowling skills by taking 2 wickets.

Brief scores:

Jaffna Kings: 224-7 (20) (Pathum Nissanka 119, Rilee Rossouw 41, Dasun Shanaka 3-40, Dushmantha Chameera 2-44, Ramesh Mendis 2-28)

Kandy Falcons: 230-3 (20) (Dinesh Chandimal 89, Kamindu Mendis 65*, Tabraiz Shamshi 2-46)

Dambulla Sixers: 160-8 (20) (Chamindu Wickramasinghe 56*, Kavindu Nadeeshan 3-16)

Galle Marvels: 135 all out (19.4) (Isuru Udana 72, Nuwan Thushara 3-37, Dushan Hemantha 3-33, Chamindu Wickaramasinghe 2-1)

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Sri Lanka U19 Women’s Team Set for Australia Tour 2026 Tri-Nation Series

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11 hours ago

March 27, 2026

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The Sri Lanka Under-19 Women’s Cricket Team is set to tour Australia in April 2026 for an exciting tri-nation series that will also feature England. This tour represents an important opportunity for the young Sri Lankan players to gain international exposure and compete against strong opposition in both limited-overs formats. The team is scheduled to depart on 3rd April 2026 and will play a total of six matches during the tour, including two 50-over games and four T20 matches.

The series will begin on 7th April 2026 with a 50-over match against England at Ian Healy Oval in Brisbane, starting at 9:30 AM. Sri Lanka will then face Australia in another 50-over encounter on 8th April 2026 at the same venue and time. The action will shift to the Gold Coast for the T20 leg of the tour, where Sri Lanka will meet England on 12th April 2026 at Bill Pippen Oval at 9:00 AM, followed by a match against Australia on 13th April 2026 at the same ground and time. The final phase of the tour returns to Brisbane, with Sri Lanka playing England on 17th April 2026 and Australia on 18th April 2026 in two early morning T20 matches at Ian Healy Oval, both starting at 5:30 AM.

Match Schedule
•⁠ ⁠7th April 2026 – Sri Lanka vs England (50-over)
Ian Healy Oval, Brisbane – 09:30 AM
•⁠ ⁠8th April 2026 – Sri Lanka vs Australia (50-over)
Ian Healy Oval, Brisbane – 09:30 AM
•⁠ ⁠12th April 2026 – Sri Lanka vs England (T20)
Bill Pippen Oval, Gold Coast – 09:00 AM
•⁠ ⁠13th April 2026 – Sri Lanka vs Australia (T20)
Bill Pippen Oval, Gold Coast – 09:00 AM
•⁠ ⁠17th April 2026 – Sri Lanka vs England (T20)
Ian Healy Oval, Brisbane – 05:30 AM
•⁠ ⁠18th April 2026 – Sri Lanka vs Australia (T20)
Ian Healy Oval, Brisbane – 05:30 AM

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Mahela Jayawardena President Captain of Royal Colombo Golf Club

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11 hours ago

March 27, 2026

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The Royal Colombo Golf Club (RCGC) has announced the appointment of Mahela Jayawardena as its Captain for the 2026–2027 term. The decision was formally confirmed at the Club’s Annual General Meeting held yesterday (March 26).

Jayawardena, widely regarded as one of Sri Lanka’s greatest sporting icons, brings a wealth of leadership experience to the prestigious role. A former captain of the Sri Lanka national cricket team, he earned global recognition for his sharp tactical insight, calm demeanor under pressure, and exemplary sportsmanship throughout his career.

During an international career spanning nearly two decades, Jayawardena featured in more than 650 matches and amassed over 25,000 runs across all formats of the game. Since retiring from international cricket, he has remained an influential figure in the sport, contributing through coaching, mentorship, and leadership roles at both domestic and international levels.
Founded in 1879, the Royal Colombo Golf Club stands among the oldest golf institutions in Asia and has played a central role in fostering the growth of golf in Sri Lanka.

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Sri Lanka Dominates Saudi Arabia in Junior Davis Cup Qualifying!

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1 day ago

March 26, 2026

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In the ongoing Junior Davis Cup Tennis Qualifying Tournament currently being held in Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka had a great weekend by defeating Saudi Arabia 3-0.

The team showed their dominance by winning both singles matches and then winning both doubles matches with comfortable margins.

Sri Lanka won the first singles match when Ashlin de Silva beat Mahdi Al Ibrahim 6-2, 7-5.

In the second singles match, Mayuran Kubern came back after losing the first set to defeat Ahmed Baha Sarouji 3-6, 6-4, 7-5.

Sri Lanka then continued their momentum into the doubles matches where Mayuran Kubern and Ashlin de Silva defeated the Saudi pair 3-6, 6-4, 7-5.

In the other doubles match, the Sri Lankan duo was ahead in the second set 4-6 when the Saudi pair of Mahdi Al Ibrahim and Souhail ElFarouki retired from the match.

With this comprehensive win, Sri Lanka is now in a very strong position within the tournament.

The team will have a day off on Monday and is scheduled to play in the Championship on Thursday.