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Sri Lanka ranked up in the World Test Championship points table

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2 years ago

December 29, 2022

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The Australian team managed to win the second Test against the touring South African team by an innings and 182 runs today. The South African team, who batted at the invitation of the Australian captain who won the toss, scored only 189 runs for their first innings in this Boxing Day Test match that started on the 26th in Melbourne.

Then the Australian team, who played their first innings, decided to declare their innings when they scored 575 runs for 8 wickets. David Warner, who played the 100th Test, scored 200 runs and wicket-keeper Alex Kerry scored 111 runs. Then the South African team, who played their second innings, were able to collect only 204 runs with all the players dismissed. Accordingly, the Australian team was able to win this match by an inning and 182 runs.

With this victory of the Australian team, there was a change in the score chart of the World Test Championship series. Accordingly, the South African team, which was previously ranked third in the points table, has retreated to fourth place, while the Sri Lankan team has advanced to third place.

Australia still leads the 2021-23 World Test Championship points table with a win percentage of 78.57%. The second place has been won by the Indian team with a winning percentage of 58.93%. The Sri Lankan team has a winning percentage of 53.3% and the South African team has a winning percentage of 50%.

ශ්‍රී ලංකාව ලෝක ටෙස්ට් ශූරතා ප්‍රසාද ලකුණු සටහනේ ඉහළට

සංචාරක දකුණු අප්‍රිකානු කණ්ඩායමට එරෙහිව පැවති දෙවන ටෙස්ට් තරගය ඉනීමකින් හා ලකුණු 182කින් ජයග්‍රහණය කිරීමට ඕස්ට්‍රේලියානු කණ්ඩායම අද දිනයේදී සමත් විය. මෙල්බන්හිදී පසුගිය 26වනදා ආරම්භ වූ මෙම බොක්සිං දින ටෙස්ට් තරගයේ කාසියේ වාසිය දිනූ ඕස්ට්‍රේලියානු නායකයාගේ ආරාධනයෙන් පන්දුවට පහර දුන් දකුණු අප්‍රිකානු කණ්ඩායම සිය පළමු ඉනීම වෙනුවෙන් රැස්කළේ ලකුණු 189ක් පමණි.

අනතුරුව සිය පළමු ඉනීම ක්‍රීඩා කළ ඕස්ට්‍රේලියානු කණ්ඩායම කඩුලු 8කට ලකුණු 575ක් රැස්කොට සිටියදී සිය ඉනීම අත්හිටුවීමට තීරණය කළහ. එහිදී සියවන ටෙස්ට් තරගය ක්‍රීඩා කළ ඩේවිඩ් වෝනර් ලකුණු 200ක්ද කඩුලු රකින ක්‍රීඩක ඇලෙක්ස් කෙරී ලකුණු 111ක් ද රැස්කිරීමට සමත් විය. අනතුරුව සිය දෙවන ඉනීම ක්‍රීඩා කළ දකුණු අප්‍රිකානු කණ්ඩායමට සියලු ක්‍රීඩකයන් දැවී රැස්කිරීමට හැකිවූයේ ලකුණු 204 පමණි. ඒ අනුව මෙම තරගය ඉනීමකින් හා ලකුණු 182කින් ජයග්‍රහණය කිරීමට ඕස්ට්‍රේලියානු කණ්ඩායමට හැකි විය.

ඕස්ට්‍රේලියානු කණ්ඩායම ලද මෙම ජයග්‍රහණයත් සමගින් ලෝක ටෙස්ට් ශූරතා තරගාවලියේ ප්‍රසාද ලකුණු සටහනේ වෙනස්කමක් සිදු විය. ඒ අනුව මින් පෙර ප්‍රසාද ලකුණු සටහනේ තෙවැන්නා ලෙසින් රැදීසිටි දකුණු අප්‍රිකානු කණ්ඩායම එහි සිව්වන ස්ථානය තෙක් පසුබැස ඇති අතර ශ්‍රී ලංකා කණ්ඩායම තෙවන ස්ථානය තෙක් ඉදිරියට පැමිණ ඇත.

2021-23 ලෝක ටෙස්ට් ශූරතා ප්‍රසාද ලකුණු සටහනේ තවමත් පෙරමුණෙහි පසුවන්නේ 78.57%ක ජයග්‍රාහී ප්‍රතිශතයක් හිමි ඕස්ට්‍රේලියාවයි. එහි දෙවන ස්ථානය 58.93%ක ජයග්‍රාහී ප්‍රතිශතයක් හිමි ඉන්දීය කණ්ඩායමට හිමි වී ඇත. ශ්‍රී ලංකා කණ්ඩායම 53.3%ක ජයග්‍රාහී ප්‍රතිශතයක් රදවාගෙන සිටින අතර දකුණු අප්‍රිකානු කණ්ඩායම 50%ක ජයග්‍රාහී ප්‍රතිශතයක් රදවාගෙන ඇත.

உலக டெஸ்ட் சாம்பியன்ஷிப் புள்ளிகள் பட்டியலில் இலங்கை அணி முதலிடத்தில் உள்ளது

சுற்றுலா தென்னாபிரிக்க அணிக்கு எதிரான இரண்டாவது டெஸ்ட் போட்டியில் இன்று ஆஸ்திரேலிய அணி இன்னிங்ஸ் மற்றும் 182 ரன்கள் வித்தியாசத்தில் அபார வெற்றி பெற்றது. மெல்போர்னில் கடந்த 26ஆம் திகதி ஆரம்பமான இந்த பாக்சிங் டே டெஸ்ட் போட்டியில் நாணய சுழற்சியில் வெற்றி பெற்ற அவுஸ்திரேலிய அணித்தலைவரின் அழைப்பின் பேரில் துடுப்பெடுத்தாடிய தென்னாபிரிக்க அணி தனது முதல் இன்னிங்ஸிற்கு 189 ஓட்டங்களை மாத்திரமே பெற்றுக்கொண்டது.

பின்னர் தமது முதல் இன்னிங்ஸை விளையாடிய அவுஸ்திரேலிய அணி 8 விக்கெட்டுக்கு 575 ஓட்டங்களைப் பெற்றிருந்த போது தமது இன்னிங்ஸை இடைநிறுத்த தீர்மானித்தது. 100வது டெஸ்டில் விளையாடிய டேவிட் வார்னர் 200 ரன்களும், விக்கெட் கீப்பர் அலெக்ஸ் கெர்ரி 111 ரன்களும் எடுத்தனர். பின்னர் தனது இரண்டாவது இன்னிங்ஸை விளையாடிய தென்னாபிரிக்க அணி அனைத்து வீரர்களும் ஆட்டமிழக்க 204 ஓட்டங்களை மாத்திரமே சேகரிக்க முடிந்தது. இதன்படி இந்த போட்டியில் அவுஸ்திரேலிய அணி இன்னிங்ஸ் மற்றும் 182 ஓட்டங்களால் வெற்றிபெற்றது.

ஆஸ்திரேலிய அணியின் இந்த வெற்றியின் மூலம் உலக டெஸ்ட் சாம்பியன்ஷிப் தொடரின் ஸ்கோர் பட்டியலில் மாற்றம் ஏற்பட்டது. இதன்படி, புள்ளிப்பட்டியலில் முன்னர் மூன்றாம் இடத்தில் இருந்த தென்னாபிரிக்க அணி நான்காவது இடத்துக்கு பின்வாங்கியுள்ள நிலையில், இலங்கை அணி மூன்றாம் இடத்திற்கு முன்னேறியுள்ளது.

ஆஸ்திரேலியா இன்னும் 2021-23 உலக டெஸ்ட் சாம்பியன்ஷிப் புள்ளிகள் பட்டியலில் 78.57% வெற்றி சதவீதத்துடன் முன்னணியில் உள்ளது. இரண்டாவது இடத்தை இந்திய அணி 58.93% பெற்று வெற்றி பெற்றுள்ளது. இலங்கை அணி 53.3% வெற்றி வீதத்தையும், தென்னாபிரிக்க அணி 50% வெற்றி வீதத்தையும் பெற்றுள்ளன.

Cricket

Bangladesh to Tour Sri Lanka for Full-Fledged Series in June-July 2025

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13 hours ago

May 7, 2025

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Sri Lanka Cricket has confirmed that the Bangladesh National Men’s Team will tour the island from June 13 to July 16, 2025, for a multi-format bilateral series featuring 2 Tests, 3 ODIs, and 3 T20Is.

The tour kicks off with the Test series, which begins on June 17 at Galle International Stadium, followed by the second Test from June 25 to 29 at the SSC in Colombo. This red-ball series will offer crucial preparation and exposure for both sides ahead of the upcoming ICC events.

Sri Lanka holds a dominant record in Test encounters, having won 20 out of 26 matches against Bangladesh. Bangladesh has managed just one win, with five Tests ending in draws. Their last Test series in April 2024 saw Sri Lanka claim a clean sweep in Bangladesh, 2-0.

The limited-overs leg begins with ODIs on July 2 and 5 at R. Premadasa Stadium, before the third match takes place on July 8 at Pallekele — all day-night games starting at 2:30 PM.

The action continues with the T20I series, starting July 10 in Pallekele, followed by matches in Dambulla (July 13) and a final showdown at R. Premadasa Stadium on July 16.

Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh Tour Fixtures – 2025:

June 17–21: 1st Test – Galle
June 25–29: 2nd Test – SSC, Colombo
July 2: 1st ODI – R. Premadasa Stadium
July 5: 2nd ODI – R. Premadasa Stadium
July 8: 3rd ODI – Pallekele
July 10: 1st T20I – Pallekele
July 13: 2nd T20I – Dambulla
July 16: 3rd T20I – R. Premadasa Stadium

This tour promises exciting cricket as both teams aim to fine-tune their squads across formats.

Football

Sri Lanka Announces U19 Football Squad for SAFF Championship 2025

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1 day ago

May 6, 2025

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The Football Federation of Sri Lanka has officially announced the Under-19 national squad for the SAFF U19 Championship 2025, featuring a blend of local talent and international prospects. The squad, comprising 23 promising young footballers, will represent the nation in the prestigious South Asian regional tournament scheduled to take place later this year.

The squad showcases a mix of school football stars from leading institutions in Colombo, Galle, Kinniya, and Negombo, along with Sri Lankan-origin players currently based in Australia and the United Arab Emirates. This strategic inclusion of overseas talent is expected to strengthen Sri Lanka’s chances of a deep run in the championship.

Sri Lanka U19 Squad for SAFF Championship 2025

Vijayaratnam Haris – St. Joseph’s College, Colombo
Senapala Nadal Aaron – Gateway International, Colombo
Mohamed Hafeef Akram – T. B. Jayah MV, Colombo
Suthakar Roisan Bright – St. Joseph’s College, Colombo
Aidan Francis Perera – Gateway International, Colombo
Mohamed Rizwan Mohamed Aashif – Zahira College, Colombo
Mohamed Shiras Mohamed Shahid – Zahira College, Colombo
Krawege Hirun Mirasha – Mahinda College, Galle
Kalinga Anupa Pabasara – Mahinda College, Galle
Mohamed Rikas Muhammed – Zahira College, Colombo
Mohamed Siddeek Mohamed Maziyad – Hameedia Al Husseine College
Abdul Hameed Mohammed Irfan – Al Ameen National School, Kinniya
Mohammadu Hussain Abdullah – Al Falah, Negombo
Silmy Mohamed Hussain – Hameedia Al Husseine College
Mohamed Ramlan Abdul Rahman – Hameedia Al Husseine College
Mohamed Faris Umar – Darussalam College
Kaleelullah Mohamed Katheem – Zahira College, Colombo
Edirisinghe Omith (Captain) – Australia
Nassim Abdallah Faiz – United Arab Emirates
Luckman Rashad Shihab – Royal College, Colombo
Zafarullah Zakariyya – Australia
Dassanayake Anuk Shahil – Gateway International College
Zawahir Ayman Riyas – Australia

Led by captain Edirisinghe Omith, the team will focus on showcasing Sri Lanka’s evolving football potential in a tournament that features South Asia’s best young talents. With preparations underway, the coaching staff is optimistic about the team’s chances to make a lasting impression.

Group Stage Fixtures (IST)

May 9, 7:30 PM – India U19 vs Sri Lanka U19

May 11, 7:30 PM – Sri Lanka U19 vs Nepal U19

Stay tuned to Sri Lankan Sports TV for exclusive updates, match previews, and player highlights as Sri Lanka embarks on its U19 SAFF Championship journey.

Cricket

Sri Lanka Soars to Fourth in ICC ODI Rankings After Remarkable Year

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2 days ago

May 5, 2025

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Sri Lanka has climbed to 4th place in the latest ICC Men’s ODI Team Rankings, marking a major achievement in the team’s ongoing revival in international cricket. This surge, confirmed after the International Cricket Council’s annual update, reflects a year of consistent and impressive performances.

The upward shift in rankings saw Sri Lanka gain five valuable rating points, pushing them past powerhouse teams like Pakistan and South Africa. Now trailing only India, Australia, and England, Sri Lanka has re-established itself as a major contender in the One Day International (ODI) format.

Key Factors Behind Sri Lanka’s Rise in ODI Rankings

This rankings boost has been fueled by a string of dominant series wins, especially at home. Victories against top-tier teams such as India and Australia have been pivotal. Sri Lanka’s bowling unit has shown exceptional control and discipline, while the batting lineup has evolved into a reliable force, capable of adapting to various match situations.

The leadership of head coach Sanath Jayasuriya and captain Charith Asalanka has been central to this transformation. Jayasuriya’s experience and aggressive tactical approach have revitalized the team, while Asalanka’s calm leadership and key contributions with the bat have earned him praise as a future great.

Youth and Experience Creating a Winning Combination

Emerging stars like Pathum Nissanka, Kamindu Mendis, and Janith Liyanage have provided fresh energy and depth. Their seamless integration alongside veterans has created a balanced and confident unit.

With ICC global tournaments on the horizon, this momentum places Sri Lanka in a strong position to challenge the world’s best. The team’s rise to fourth in the ICC ODI rankings is more than just a number — it’s a testament to their growing belief and ambition on the world stage.