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Flashback: When Sri Lanka defied expectations to dominate a drawn one-off game against England

NEW DELHI: When Sri Lanka made their debut at the "Home of Cricket" in 1984, things were significantly different from how they are now playing the second Test against England at Lord's.

The Times of India

Former Sri Lanka captain Arjuna Ranatunga's latest picture shocks the internet

Sri Lanka's former captain Arjuna Ranatunga, who led his country to their maiden ODI World Cup triumph in 1996, has shocked the cricket world with his latest image that shows him to have lost weight to the point of being almost unrecognizable.

The Times of India

What led ICC to suspend Sri Lanka Cricket? | Explained

What will happen to cricket in Sri Lanka because of ICC’s suspension of Sri Lanka’s cricket board? Why are there allegations of breach of obligations as a Member? What do the rules specify?

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World Cup final is a coronation but cricket’s rulers are not in doubt

Jay Shah, the head of the BCCI, has bent the entire sport to his will. Sunday could be his country’s crowning glory

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Ranil calls Jay Shah, ‘regrets’ comments targeting him

In yet another escalation for Sri Lankan cricket last week, the International Cricket Council suspended Sri Lanka’s membership, citing political interference in its administration.

The Hindu

World Cup: Semifinal of 1996, a day to forget for Indians

KOLKATA: Thursday would be the second time that the Eden Gardens will host an ODI World Cup semifinal. The first, on March 13, 1996 remains etched in memory for all the wrong reasons. It was the day when an unruly crowd prevailed and an international match had to be abandoned…

The Times of India

Sri Lanka court restores sacked cricket board

NEW DELHI: Sri Lanka's Court of Appeal has made a significant decision by quashing the sports minister's recent move to dismiss the country's cricket board and restore the expelled officials pending a full hearing.

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SLC administration sacked in aftermath of Sri Lanka's heavy defeat to India

Sri Lanka govt. sacks cricket board after team's heavy defeat in World Cup. Riot police protect SLC premises as public outcry calls for Silva administration's resignation. Interim committee headed by Arjuna Ranatunga appointed by Sports Minister

The Hindu

Sri Lanka's sports minister dissolves cricket board following World Cup debacle

NEW DELHI: Sri Lanka's sports minister, Roshan Ranasinghe, made a significant move on Monday by sacking the national cricket board shortly after the country's humiliating defeat by India at the World Cup. This decision follows months of conflict between Ranasinghe and Sri Lanka Cricket, the wealthiest sports organisation in the…

The Times of India

'Sack them all': Outcry in Sri Lanka after World Cup humiliation

NEW DELHI: Sri Lanka's abysmal World Cup campaign has triggered an outpouring of anger following their crushing 302-run defeat at the hands of host nation India. This embarrassing loss, where Sri Lanka was dismissed for a mere 55 while chasing a formidable target of 358 in Mumbai, marked the fourth-lowest…

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Thriving under pressure comes from confidence and belief in yourself

So as long as the management and the captain knew that that was what I was doing, they left me alone, which was good. It allowed me to think and do what I thought was best. Obviously, everyone who had confidence in me allowed me to do it, says Aravinda…

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Cricket should be controlled by the ICC, not by a country or an individual: Former SL captain Arjuna Ranatunga

Cricket should be controlled by the ICC, not by a country or an individual: Former SL captain Arjuna Ranatunga. Arjuna Ranatunga, the 1996 World Cup-winning captain, has lambasted the global and continental governing bodies for letting powerful boards dominate the cricket ecosystem. Ranatunga even took a dig at former cricketers…

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Arjuna Ranatunga masterminded Sri Lanka's 1996 World Cup victory: Upul Chandana

COLOMBO: Some people are destined to watch the unfolding of history from the ringside. Upul Chandana is one of them.

The Times of India

Arjun Ranatunga masterminded Sri Lanka's 1996 World Cup victory: Upul Chandana

COLOMBO: Some people are destined to watch the unfolding of history from the ringside. Upul Chandana is one of them.

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Asia Cup: Team India in search of clarity and consistency

As selectors pick Asia Cup team, it will set tone for India's bid to find a core for World Cup

The Times of India

From Sanath Jayasuriya to Virat Kohli, from India to Pakistan: The men and teams who have shone the brightest in the Asia Cup

On the sun-soaked sands of Sharjah, UAE, the year 1984 marked the inception of a remarkable journey—the cricket Asia Cup. With cricketing giants like India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka taking center stage, the tournament unfolded in a captivating round-robin format, captivating fans across the globe.

Bangkok Post

Sri Lankan stock market closing for a week

COLOMBO: Sri Lanka will suspend share trading for all of next week to avoid a possible stock market collapse, as its economic crisis deepens and protests against the government spread.

The Times of India

Arjuna Ranatunga lauds PM Modi for helping Sri Lanka during economic crisis

COLOMBO (Sri Lanka): Former Sri Lanka cricketer and Minister Arjuna Ranatunga on Wednesday lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi for helping Sri Lanka amid its ongoing economic crisis.

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