The Latest Breaking News from Sri Lanka

NEW DELHI: In a major blow, Sri Lankan Cricket on Friday were slapped with a suspension by the International Cricket Council over government interference in running the country's sports body.

NEW DELHI: Former India opener Virender Sehwag on Friday, in his own unique and sarcastic way, trolled Babar Azam and co. with his 'Pakistan Zindabhaag!' jibe after the neighbours chances of reaching the semis at the ongoing World Cup were reduced to mere mathematical probabilities.

NEW DELHI: In a high-stakes clash, Pakistan face a near-impossible task of making it to the World Cup semifinals, needing a miraculous win with an unthinkable margin against a charged-up England. New Zealand's victory over Sri Lanka has virtually shattered Pakistan's semifinal hopes, requiring them to beat England by an…

Sri Lanka's poor World Cup performance is result of "conspiracy from outside", alleges Chief Selector Pramodaya Wickramasinghe. He takes responsibility for the team's two wins in nine games, marred by injuries and mid-tournament captaincy change

NEW DELHI: Chief selector Pramodaya Wickramasinghe raised eyebrows on Friday by suggesting that Sri Lanka's dismal performance in the ongoing ODI World Cup was the result of an external conspiracy. The Sri Lankan cricket team, having suffered a five-wicket loss to New Zealand in their last group stage match in…

Sri Lanka's World Cup campaign marred by inconsistency, says coach Chris Silverwood. Reviewing performances to improve for next cycle. Need to learn from mistakes and put best foot forward.

NEW DELHI: After breaking a four-match losing streak against Sri Lanka in their last round-robin clash, New Zealand's paceman Lockie Ferguson expressed confidence as they likely head into a World Cup semi-final against India. The crushing five-wicket victory on Thursday has positioned the Black Caps well, with Pakistan and Afghanistan…

NEW DELHI: New Zealand have virtually knocked both Afghanistan and Pakistan out of the race to the ICC World Cup semi-finals, leaving the two teams only mathematically alive after Sri Lanka proved to be no match for the Kiwis in their last league fixture in Bengaluru on Thursday.

NEW DELHI: Afghanistan's cricket team captain, Hashmatullah Shahidi, expressed his disappointment as dreams of a World Cup semi-final spot slipped away. Despite securing victories against reigning champions England, as well as Pakistan and Sri Lanka, Afghanistan faced a setback against Australia, with Glenn Maxwell's exceptional innings proving to be a…

BENGALURU: : During their pre-match warmup routines, a few New Zealand and Sri Lanka players looked at the skies. With the threat of rain and hovering clouds, their actions did not come as a surprise. It was only around the toss time that the sun made its first real appearance…

For two centuries, Hill Country Tamils have fought for their right to a life of dignity and equality. Repatriated to India, they continue to struggle for basic amenities and better-paying jobs. With a large voter base, they are pushing for change in the Nilgiris.