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One-off Test: Sri Lanka take opening day honours against Afghanistan

NEW DELHI: Openers Dimuth Karunaratne and Nishan Madushka shared a quick 80-run stand after an all-round bowling show as Sri Lanka took opening day honours against Afghanistan in the one-off Test in Colombo on Friday.

The Times of India

Fear grips refugees after UNHCR says it will close Sri Lanka operations

Hundreds of refugees, asylum seekers face uncertain future as UN agency announces closure of country office this year.

Al Jazeera

Sri Lanka captain Dhananjaya de Silva says aggression key to halt Test slide

NEW DELHI: Newly appointed captain Dhananjaya de Silva emphasized the need for increased on-field aggression to revive Sri Lanka's Test cricket prowess, ahead of their upcoming one-off red-ball match against Afghanistan.

The Times of India

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Sri Lanka to host ICC AGM in July

COLOMBO: With their suspension lifted, Sri Lanka will host the Annual General Meeting of the International Cricket Council (ICC) in July, the country's sports minister Harin Fernando said on Thursday.

The Times of India

Sri Lanka trial Test reset in Afghanistan tour

Colombo Sri Lanka's new Test captain, Dhananjaya de Silva, aims to revive their struggling Test fortunes against Afghanistan.

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OPINION - Brexit four years on: going badly, and people are starting to notice

My favourite thing about cricket is the statistics. Nothing fills me with greater joy than when a commentator breathlessly reveals something like 'the batsmen have just recorded the highest-ever fifth-wicket partnership for England at Edgbaston against Sri Lanka.' You don't say?

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Recovering Rashid Khan to miss Afghanistan's first-ever Sri Lanka Test

NEW DELHI: Afghanistan's premier spinner Rashid Khan will be absent from the squad for their historic first-ever Test against Sri Lanka next month, as confirmed by selectors in Kabul on Monday. This decision stems from Rashid's ongoing recovery from a recent back surgery.

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Hicks the starlet for Australia in U19 World Cup win

Ryan Hicks has proved Australia's cool head as they maintained their unbeaten record in the Under-19 World Cup with a win over Sri Lanka in Bloemfontein.

AAP

ICC lifts ban on Sri Lanka Cricket two months after suspension

The ICC lifts suspension on Sri Lanka Cricket due to the country's compliance with membership obligations.

The Hindu

ICC lifts Sri Lanka Cricket suspension with immediate effect

NEW DELHI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Sunday lifted the suspension of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) with immediate effect.

The Times of India

India vs England, 1st Test: Ollie Pope’s knock a masterclass, says Joe Root

HYDERABAD: Most visiting batsmen lose it in their mind on tours of India. Ollie Pope proved to be different. The 26-year-old Surrey batter had a clear gameplan to thwart Indian designs on the third day of the first Test. A second innings century is always special and in becoming only…

The Times of India

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin, leaders condole Ilayaraja’s daughter’s death

CHENNAI: Chief minister M K Stalin has condoled the death of Ilayaraj's daughter Bhavatharani's death and said that he was both shocked and saddened by her sudden demise.

The Times of India

Sri Lanka Parliament passes bill to regulate online content

Opposition lawmakers and rights groups say the legislation will stifle debate ahead of elections.

Al Jazeera

Suryakumar Yadav named ICC T20I Player of the Year for 2023

NEW DELHI: Indian cricketer Suryakumar Yadav has clinched the prestigious ICC T20I Player of the Year award for the second consecutive year in a testament to his outstanding performances and consistent contributions.

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Aisha Sharma to have a wellness-focused birthday celebration with siblings Neha Sharma and Vaibhav in Sri Lanka

As Aisha Sharma turns another page in the book of life, she has chosen a path less traveled for her birthday celebration this year. The actress is set to mark the special occasion with her siblings, in the picturesque landscapes of Sri Lanka, embracing a quiet, wellness-focused retreat. Their decision…

The Hindu

After Sri Lanka bars entry of research vessels, Chinese ships ‘heading’ to Maldives

Chinese research vessel Xiang Yang Hong 03 enters Indian Ocean, heading to Maldives amid tensions with India and Sri Lanka.

The Hindu

EAM Jaishankar calls on Sri Lankan President Wickremesinghe in Uganda, discusses bilateral initiatives

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar called on Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe and discussed the progress of bilateral initiatives

The Times of India

Sri Lanka clinch T20I series 2-1 after record low Zimbabwe total

NEW DELHI: Skipper Wanindu Hasaranga led from the front with his four-for as Sri Lanka cruised to a nine-wicket win in the series deciding third and final T20I in Colombo on Thursday.

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Sri Lanka rope in Bharat Arun in advanced coaching role

Sri Lanka have roped in former India bowling coach Bharat Arun as part of the board's endeavour to impart advance training to coaches and other support staff in the country.

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2nd T20I: Zimbabwe clinch thrilling victory to level series against Sri Lanka

NEW DELHI: Zimbabwe pulled off a sensational win in Colombo on Tuesday, securing their first T20 international victory against Sri Lanka in dramatic fashion.

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Lakshadweep vs Maldives: Why putting pressure through social media won’t win Delhi friends

A question I heard often from Indian visitors to Sri Lanka during a longish posting in that country went something like this: “Yaar, how are they so clean?” Implicit, and sometimes stated in so many words, was actually this: “They are just an extension of India, the people are of…

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1st T20I: Sri Lanka clinch a thrilling last-ball victory over Zimbabwe

NEW DELHI: Sri Lanka emerged victorious in a pulsating last-ball encounter against Zimbabwe in the first Twenty20 International on Sunday in a gripping showdown at Colombo.

The Hindu

Sri Lankan refugees | The long wait for Indian citizenship

Sri Lankan refugees have been living in and outside refugee camps in Tamil Nadu for years. The Union government considers them “illegal migrants” and refuses to grant them citizenship. But thanks to judicial intervention, some of them can finally be called Indian citizens

The Times of India

Sri Lanka Cricket optimistic for international return after constructive talks with ICC

NEW DELHI: Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) is optimistic about the potential revocation of its international suspension in March after International Cricket Council (ICC) CEO Jeff Allardice engaged in "constructive" discussions with Sri Lanka's president Ranil Wickremesinghe and sports minister Harin Fernando.

The Hindu

Tamils in Sri Lanka do not enjoy equal rights, Sri Lankan MP says in Chennai

Northeast monsoon set to retreat from Tamil Nadu the State around January 15: IMD

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