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Pathum Nissanka, Dushmantha Chameera set to miss Bangladesh series

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Opening batsman Pathum Nissanka and fast bowler Dushmantha Chameera is set to miss out from the upcoming Bangladesh series next month due to injuries.

Nissanka sustained a hamstring injury during the third T20I against Afghanistan. Although the injury does not seem to be serious, Nissanka is still feeling discomfort in his leg.

It is reported that Pathum will be given rest for the entire series after retiring hurt during the Afghanistan series last month.

Exciting batsman Avishka Fernando is likely to replace Nissanka in the squad, although the official announcement of the squad is pending.

On the other hand, Dushmantha Chameera is also expected to miss the series as he continues to recover from an injury suffered during the Afghanistan series.

Asitha Fernando has been called in as his replacement.

In another setback for Sri Lanka, T20I captain Wanindu Hasaranga will miss the first two T20I matches after being suspended by the ICC for two games following an incident with umpire Lyndon Hannibal during the third T20I against Afghanistan on 21 February.

However, Hasaranga is anticipated to return to the team and lead in the third and final T20I in Sylhet on 9 March.

In the absence of Hasaranga, vice-captain Charith Asalanka will lead the team in the first two matches.

The series will consist of three T20Is, three ODIs, and two Tests.

The T20Is will commence in Sylhet on 4, 6, and 9 March, followed by the ODIs on 13, 15, and 18 March.

After the limited-overs series, a two-match Test series will take place as part of the third ICC World Test Championship cycle.

The first Test will be held in Sylhet from 22-26 March, with the second Test starting on 30 March in Chattogram.

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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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