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Lahiru, Dunith, Chamika, Sahan in Sri Lanka’s ODI squad to face Bangladesh

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Lahiru Kumara, Dunith Welallage, Chamika Karunaratane, and Sahan Arachige have been included in Sri Lanka’s ODI squad to face Bangladesh, which begins on Wednesday (13).

The majority of the team that won the recent 2-1 series against Afghanistan has been retained by the selection committee.

Unfortunately, Asitha Fernando, who was initially named in the squad, will miss the entire series due to an injury sustained during the National Super League (NSL).

Lahiru Kumara has taken his place in the squad due to Asitha’s injury.

Pathum Nissanka, a dynamic batsman, is expected to return for the ODI series after missing the T20I series. He was unable to participate in the entire T20I series due to an injury he suffered during the Afghanistan tour in January.

Sri Lanka felt Nissanka’s absence in the top order, as his replacement, Avishka Fernando, struggled throughout the series. Senior players

Meanwhile, Senior players Angelo Mathews and Dasun Shanaka have not been included in the squad, indicating that the selection committee is focusing on their performance in shorter formats rather than the 50-over format.

After the conclusion of the three T20Is in Sylhet, the teams will travel to Chattogram for a three-match ODI series on March 13, 15, and 18.

This will be followed by two Test matches, the first in Sylhet and the second in Chattogram, allowing both teams to continue their World Test Championship campaigns for this year.

Sri Lanka is currently at the bottom of the World Test Championship points table, having lost both Tests they have played so far in the current cycle against Pakistan last year, while Bangladesh is in fourth place, having drawn a two-match series against New Zealand.

Sri Lanka probable ODI squad for Bangladesh: Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis (C), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka (VC), Janith Liyanage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Pramod Madushan, Lahiru Kumara, Maheesh Theekshana, Dilshan Madushanka, Kamindu Mendis, Akila Dhananjaya, Sahan Arachchige and Chamika Karunaratne

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SLC President Shammi Silva and Executive Committee Step Down Effective Today

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The President of Sri Lanka Cricket, Shammi Silva, has officially resigned from his position with immediate effect, according to an announcement released by the board today (29).

In a significant development, all office-bearers and members of the Executive Committee have also stepped down from their respective roles, signaling a complete leadership transition within the governing body.

Sri Lanka Cricket confirmed that the decision has been formally conveyed to Anura Kumara Dissanayake and the Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Sunil Kumara Gamage.

No further details were immediately provided regarding the reasons behind the mass resignation or the process for appointing new leadership.

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Sri Lanka Cricket Grants Rs. 10 Million to Rising Javelin Athlete Rumesh Tharanga

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April 28, 2026

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Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) today provided a financial grant to rising javelin thrower Rumesh
Tharanga Pathirage.

This support was extended under the direction of the SLC President Mr. Shammi Silva and
the Executive Committee of Sri Lanka Cricket, following a request made by the Minister of
Youth Affairs and Sports, Sunil Kumara Gamage.

Rumesh Tharanga received the grant this evening at the SLC headquarters.
This initiative is part of SLC’s ongoing efforts to support and promote sports beyond cricket,
as well as to assist promising athletes in achieving success at the international level.

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Sports Ministry Yet to Confirm Reports of Leadership Change at Sri Lanka Cricket

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April 28, 2026

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The Ministry of Sports has not released any official statement regarding speculation over a potential leadership change at Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), according to Sports Minister Sunil Kumara Gamage.

Addressing recent media inquiries, the minister clarified that reports suggesting SLC President Shammi Silva could step down and be succeeded by former Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) parliamentarian Eran Wickramaratne remain unverified.

“We have not issued any official statement as a ministry on this matter. These claims are currently limited to social media reports,” Gamage said.

He further noted that the ministry intends to address the situation formally in the near future.

“We are planning to hold a media briefing soon and will release an official statement. Further discussion can take place after that,” he added.

The remarks come amid growing public attention over the administration of Sri Lanka’s cricket governing body, though authorities have yet to confirm any changes at the top.

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