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Sri Lankan Sports TV Responds to SLSFA Allegations

Published

1 year ago

November 22, 2024

Editor

Sri Lankan Sports TV Clarifies Allegations Regarding SLSFA Tournament Partnership

Sri Lankan Sports TV has always maintained a steadfast commitment to integrity and professionalism in its partnerships and operations. In light of recent baseless allegations made by Mr. Pubudu, former Secretary of the Sri Lanka Schools Football Association (SLSFA), we feel it is essential to set the record straight regarding our involvement as the official event partner for the Division I football tournament.

Fulfilling Our Responsibilities

As the official event partner, Sri Lankan Sports TV sponsored and organized the entire tournament, ensuring that every aspect was executed in alignment with the agreements made with SLSFA. Key highlights of our contribution include:

1. Effective Communication: Every decision regarding the tournament was communicated to the SLSFA through official letters.

2. Support to Participating Schools: We delivered footballs to all participating schools, fulfilling a commitment to provide the necessary equipment for the tournament.

3. Revenue Sharing: We allocated and paid 25% of the ticket revenue to the participating schools, demonstrating our commitment to ensuring they directly benefited from the tournament’s success.

It is unfortunate that Mr. Pubudu appears to lack clarity regarding the agreement value and other details, despite these being outlined and agreed upon beforehand.

Addressing Defamatory Allegations

The allegations made by Mr. Pubudu are not only misleading but also damaging to the reputation of Sri Lankan Sports TV. We have taken legal action to address this matter, including the issuance of a Letter of Demand. Such defamatory statements undermine the collaborative spirit required to promote sports in Sri Lanka.

Commitment to Sri Lankan Sports

Sri Lankan Sports TV has fulfilled every obligation as per the agreements with SLSFA, ensuring the successful execution of the Division I tournament. We take pride in our role in elevating sports in Sri Lanka and remain dedicated to delivering quality events and unbiased coverage.

We thank our viewers, partners, and stakeholders for their continued trust and support and encourage all parties to focus on fostering unity and progress in Sri Lankan sports.

Cricket

Sunil Kumara Gamage Accepts SLC Resignations, Ministry Steps In

Published

21 hours ago

April 29, 2026

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Sri Lanka’s cricket administration has entered a period of transition after the government stepped in to take temporary control of the sport’s governing body.

Sports Minister Sunil Kumara Gamage has accepted the resignation of Shammi Silva and the Executive Committee of Sri Lanka Cricket, marking a significant shift in leadership.

Following the resignations, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports announced that it would assume oversight of cricket administration under the authority granted by the Sports Law No. 25 of 1973. The decision places all operational and administrative matters of SLC under ministerial supervision with immediate effect.

Authorities indicated that the arrangement is temporary and part of a broader effort to stabilise the sport’s administration. A new committee is expected to be appointed in the coming days to examine existing issues and propose structural reforms aimed at improving governance and accountability.

The leadership’s decision to step down was communicated to the government earlier, prompting swift action to ensure continuity in the management of Sri Lanka’s most prominent sport.

Cricket

SLC President Shammi Silva and Executive Committee Step Down Effective Today

Published

1 day ago

April 29, 2026

Editor

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.

Cricket

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

Published

2 days ago

April 28, 2026

Editor

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.