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  India’s Vaibhav Suryavanshi breaks world record with 171-run knock in U19 Asia Cup

India’s Vaibhav Suryavanshi breaks world record with 171-run knock in U19 Asia Cup

Indian teenager Vaibhav Suryavanshi sizzled in the opening game of the U19 Asia Cup today with a 171-run knock of just 95 deliveries at a strike rate of 180 at the ICC Academy Ground in Dubai. MORE..

(0) Comments | December 12, 2025  03:00 pm
Messi to unveil 70ft statue of himself on ‘GOAT’ tour in India

Messi to unveil 70ft statue of himself on ‘GOAT’ tour in India

After leading Inter Miami to a historic MLS Cup, Messi is heading to India for a three-day ‘GOAT Tour’, where the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner will unveil a statue of himself in Kolkata on Saturday, reports BBC. MORE..

(0) Comments | December 12, 2025  10:34 am
Snoop Dogg named US ‘honorary coach’ for Winter Olympics

Snoop Dogg named US ‘honorary coach’ for Winter Olympics

The United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) announced on Thursday the 54-year-old will take on “a volunteer role celebrating and supporting America’s athletes off the field of play”. MORE..

(0) Comments | December 12, 2025  07:36 am
T20 World Cup 2026 tickets go live today, prices start at LKR 1,000 in Sri Lanka

T20 World Cup 2026 tickets go live today, prices start at LKR 1,000 in Sri Lanka

The International Cricket Council (ICC) today announced the opening of ticket sales for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, pricing entry-level tickets at historic lows to drive accessibility for the pinnacle event. MORE..

(0) Comments | December 11, 2025  06:30 pm
Cambodia pulls team out of SEA Games in Thailand over border conflict

Cambodia pulls team out of SEA Games in Thailand over border conflict

Cambodia on Wednesday withdrew its team from the Southeast Asian Games in Thailand for safety reasons, as a border conflict between the two neighbours raged for a third day. MORE..

(0) Comments | December 11, 2025  12:15 pm
Two players of Sri Lankan origin named in Australia squad for U19 World Cup

Two players of Sri Lankan origin named in Australia squad for U19 World Cup

Two Sri Lankan origin players have been named in the Australia squad for the ICC Under-19 men’s Cricket World Cup 2026. MORE..

(0) Comments | December 11, 2025  09:08 am
IOC decision on gender eligibility to come in early 2026, says Coventry

IOC decision on gender eligibility to come in early 2026, says Coventry

The International Olympic Committee said on Wednesday it would announce eligibility criteria for transgender athletes early next year, after months of deliberation as it seeks to find a consensus on how to protect the female category. MORE..

(0) Comments | December 11, 2025  08:19 am
‘Ride for Ceylon’ Founder hands over cheque for Rs. 11.9 mln to develop Manipay Green Memorial Hospital

‘Ride for Ceylon’ Founder hands over cheque for Rs. 11.9 mln to develop Manipay Green Memorial Hospital

David Rasiah, the Co-Founder of ‘Ride for Ceylon’ has presented a cheque for approximately Rs 11.9 million to the Bishop of the Jaffna Diocese of the Church of South India, Rt. Rev. Velupillai Pathmathayalan. MORE..

(0) Comments | December 11, 2025  08:13 am
Sri Lanka U19 Squad for Asia Cup announced

Sri Lanka U19 Squad for Asia Cup announced

The 15-member squad to participate in the upcoming ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup tournament has been announced. MORE..

(0) Comments | December 10, 2025  03:02 pm
Fifa accused of breaching own rules with Trump award

Fifa accused of breaching own rules with Trump award

Fifa’s ethics committee has been asked to investigate president Gianni Infantino, claiming he broke the governing body’s rules on political neutrality in relation to United States president Donald Trump. MORE..

(0) Comments | December 10, 2025  10:09 am
12 Sri Lankan cricketers in IPL 2026 auction; Hasaranga, Pathirana, Theekshana at top price

12 Sri Lankan cricketers in IPL 2026 auction; Hasaranga, Pathirana, Theekshana at top price

The Indian Premier League (IPL) auction is set to happen in Abu Dhabi on December 16. As per a release by the IPL, 350 players will go under the hammer, which is scheduled to start at 2:30 PM IST (1:00 PM UAE time) at Etihad Arena. MORE..

(0) Comments | December 9, 2025  01:36 pm
Smriti Mandhana calls off wedding, says cricket will remain her only focus

Smriti Mandhana calls off wedding, says cricket will remain her only focus

India cricketer Smriti Mandhana has ended weeks of speculation about her personal life, confirming that her planned wedding to music composer Palash Muchhal has been called off. MORE..

(0) Comments | December 8, 2025  08:49 am