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The “FFSL President Cup 2020” Press Conference

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Football activities in Sri Lanka was on a hold for a considerable period after the deadly Easter Attack in April 2019 followed by torrential rain in the latter part of 2019 and then with the global pandemic (Covid-19) from March 2020 to date. With the situation easing up, FFSL look forward to re-group stakeholders and bring back football to them.

To bring back a football atmosphere and to promote football entertainment, FFSL decided to organize an invitational pre-sessional tournament under the title of “FFSL President’s Cup 2020” and as a platform to scout new talent for national teams. The top 24 teams in the country based on the last available points table, were invited to take part in this competition.

A meeting was summoned on 30 June 2020 and representatives from 20 teams were in attendance for this crucial meeting, and it was consented by all teams and officials that those who were present for the meeting to be considered for the event.

To materialize the event with success after COVID19 affect, FFSL offered financial support for all teams for preparation, participation, and travel cost to reach Colombo for all matches.

The Sugathadasa Stadium and Racecourse international Stadium shall be the venues, however, under the health guidelines & regulations, FFSL would not entertain fans for these matches.

To provide football entertainment to fans, FFSL would arrange live streaming platforms for selected matches through official YouTube Channel – “Sri Lanka Football TV” for fans to enjoy local football after a long lay. Matches could be watched on an on-line platform through a PC or mobile device.

Tournament Grouping after the Draw
Grants Provided by the FFSL to the participating clubs
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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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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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