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Mumbai Indians sweats over Dilshan Madushanka’s fitness ahead of IPL 2024

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2 years ago

March 18, 2024

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A hamstring injury has forced spearhead Dilshan Madushanka being sidelined for the remainder of the matches in the ongoing Sri Lanka tour of Bangladesh.

The absence of one of their key bowlers ahead of the series decider will be a significant setback for Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) in a statement announced that the left-arm seamer will focus on rehabilitation after the injury.

“Dilshan Madushanka will not further take part in the ongoing tour as the bowler will return to start rehabilitation work after suffering an injury during the 2nd ODI.Madushanka, who left the field during the second ODI while bowling, has suffered a left hamstring injury, as confirmed by an MRI scan performed on the player”, the statement read.

The series against Bangladesh is currently tied 1-1, with the final ODI scheduled to take place on Monday in Chattogram.

To make things worse, Dilshan Madushanka’s injury has also cast doubt on his participation in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL).

Madushanka, along with his Sri Lankan counterpart Nuwan Thushara, was recently signed by the Mumbai Indians during the IPL auction held in December of the previous year. The Mumbai Indians secured Madushanka’s services for a hefty sum of INR 4.6 crore (equivalent to approximately US$554,000).

While the exact duration of Madushanka’s absence remains uncertain, it is likely that he will miss the initial matches of the IPL, which is scheduled to commence next week. Mumbai Indians acquired Madushanka based on his impressive performance in the ODI World Cup last year, where he took 21 wickets in 9 matches.

The 2024 IPL season is set to kick off in Chennai on Friday, March 22, with the Chennai Super Kings hosting the Royal Challengers Bangalore. Mumbai Indians will begin their campaign against the Gujarat Titans (GT) on Sunday, March 24, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

Mumbai Indians sweats over Dilshan Madushanka’s fitness ahead of IPL 2024

A hamstring injury has forced spearhead Dilshan Madushanka being sidelined for the remainder of the matches in the ongoing Sri Lanka tour of Bangladesh.

The absence of one of their key bowlers ahead of the series decider will be a significant setback for Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) in a statement announced that the left-arm seamer will focus on rehabilitation after the injury.

The series against Bangladesh is currently tied 1-1, with the final ODI scheduled to take place on Monday in Chattogram.

To make things worse, Dilshan Madushanka’s injury has also cast doubt on his participation in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL).

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Chamindu Wickramasinghe’s bowling action under scrutiny?

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8 hours ago

April 13, 2026

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Sri Lankan fast bowler Chamindu Wickramasinghe has come under the spotlight after his bowling action was officially reported as suspicious during a recent domestic encounter.

The incident occurred in a match of the National Super League held from April 6 to 9, where the Dambulla side faced Colombo. Wickramasinghe, representing Dambulla, drew attention from match officials, prompting concerns over the legality of his action.

The on-field umpires, Deepal Gunawardena and Ravindra Wimalasiri, made the report in accordance with standard procedures. Match referee Manoj Mendis also oversaw the process, ensuring that all regulations were followed.

Following the report, the matter has been referred to the Sri Lanka Cricket High Performance Unit for further assessment. Wickramasinghe may now be required to undergo biomechanical testing to determine whether his bowling action complies with the laws of the game.

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Sri Lanka lasses continue to impress

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9 hours ago

April 13, 2026

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Sri Lanka Under-19 Women extended their impressive run in the Tri-Series with a composed four-wicket victory over Australia Women Under-19 cricket team at Bill Pippen Oval Today.

After being put in to bat, Australia U-19 struggled to build momentum against a disciplined Sri Lankan bowling attack. Ayla Johnson top-scored with 18 off 29 balls, while Alyssa Dermody added a quick 13. However, regular wickets halted their progress as they finished on a modest 91 for 9 in 20 overs. Limansa Thilakarathne led the bowling effort with an impressive 3 for 26, well supported by Chamudi Praboda, who claimed 2 for 21.

In response, Sri Lanka Women Under-19 cricket team chased down the target with 92 for 6 in 19.3 overs. Despite a few setbacks, Pramudi Methsara anchored the innings with an unbeaten 21 off 17 balls, while Danodya Sewmini contributed a steady 14. Australia’s Filippa Suesee (3 for 18) and Ira Aery (2 for 13) fought hard, but Sri Lanka held their nerve.

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Football Chief Jaswar Umar Enters Race for NOC Presidency

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1 day ago

April 12, 2026

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Jaswar Umar, President of the Football Federation of Sri Lanka, has officially submitted his nomination to contest for the presidency of the National Olympic Committee of Sri Lanka at the upcoming Annual General Meeting.

Umar becomes the fourth candidate in the race, joining Shirantha Peiris, Deva Henry, and Asanga Seneviratne, who are also contesting for the top position in the country’s Olympic body.

His time as football chief has created divided opinions among sports professionals who evaluate his performance. On one hand, Sri Lanka’s national team has shown improvement in international results, including a rise in the FIFA rankings from 204 to 191, along with notable performances against stronger opposition.

However, his approach has also faced criticism. Stakeholders have raised concerns over the increased reliance on Sri Lankan-origin overseas players, with claims that it has limited opportunities for local talent. The long-term vision for developing youth and building grassroots football programs has become a subject of public inquiry.

Umar now aims to advance his career through NOC while he leads Sri Lankan football with both positive results and ongoing public criticism of his work.

The upcoming election will become a competitive battle because four candidates will vie for control of a key position which holds major power within the country’s sports system.