Nigeria provided the first shock of the tournament as they defeated New Zealand by two runs in their first-ever World Cup game.Having seen their first game washed out, Nigeria finally got on the park in Sarawak in a reduced 13-over match. Captain Lucky Piety led the charge scoring Nigeria’s first World Cup six, but New […]
South Africa too much for debutants Samoa
South Africa claimed a second win of the tournament with a dominant 10-wicket win over Samoa in Sarawak. Samoa were not given a gentle introduction to World Cup cricket having been put into bat, as Norah Jade Salima was dismissed first ball. South Africa shared the wickets between them with Nthabiseng Nini claimed three for […]
Jones leads England to Pakistan win
Katie Jones starred with the gloves and the bat as England beat Pakistan for their first win of the World Cup.Pakistan built to 18 without loss having been put into bat, but the wickets fell steadily from there despite Zoofishan Ayyaz’s best efforts. Amu Surenkumar took three wickets for 17 but the star of the […]
Australia get revenge over Bangladesh
Australia defeated Bangladesh by two wickets in a nervy contest to avenge their defeat in the 2023 tournament. Having been put into bat, Bangladesh were building slowly before two wickets for Eleanor Larosa saw them slip to 18 for three in the fourth over.Afia Ashima Era was the lynchpin for Bangladesh, departing on the final […]
Sri Lanka claim big win over hosts Malaysia at ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025
A dominant Sri Lanka got their ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 off to a strong start when they defeated hosts Malaysia by 139 runs at Bayuemas Oval on Sunday. Both teams were playing their first match of the tournament, with Malaysia making their debut at the World Cup.Having been put into bat, Sri […]
SA U19 Women Begin ICC U19 T20 World Cup Campaign with Critical Victory Over New Zealand
South Africa U19 Women began their ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup campaign with a 22-run victory (DLS Method) over New Zealand U19 Women in a rain-affected match at the newly constructed Borneo Cricket Ground. The game was reduced to 11 overs per side following a delayed start due to wet conditions. New Zealand won […]
Galle Marvels establishes a unique franchisecricket brand in Sri Lanka
Galle Marvels has swiftly become a powerhouse in Sri Lankan franchise cricket. Representing the historic city of Galle and owned by Cricket Marvels LLC, USA, the team is dedicated to creating a cricket legacy that combines local talent with international standards. After achieving the runner-up position in the LPL 2024, Galle Marvels are now set […]
Moose Clothing launches Sri Lanka Team Jersey for the ICC T20 Women’s World Cup
Moose Clothing, the Official Cricket Clothing Partner of Sri Lanka Cricket, today launched the Sri Lanka Team Jersey for the ICC T20 Women’s World Cup. The jersey was handed over to National Women’s Team Captain Chamari Athapatthu before the team’s departure to the World Cup. The handing over took place at the SLC Headquarters with […]
Sri Lanka Sports Fiesta 2024 Ends on a High Note
Sri Lanka Sports Fiesta 2024 Ends on a High Note, Setting a New Benchmark in Sri Lankan Sports. The Event powered by Dialog was organized by the Ministries of Sports, Youth Affairs and Tourism The Sri Lanka Sports Fiesta 2024, powered by Dialog Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka’s #1 connectivity provider and the prolific promoter of […]
Deja Vu for Joes as Tigers Roar at Havelock Park
The much-anticipated 2024 edition of the Dialog Schools’ Rugby League commenced with a cliffhanger as Vidyartha College triumphed over St. Joseph’s College, 27-22, at Havelock Park. It was a case of déjà vu for St. Joseph’s, who similarly lost their opening game to St. Anthony’s last season at Bogambara. Vidyartha College came out all guns […]
Sri Lanka Cricket to Launch ‘Fast’ and ‘Spin’ Bowling Academies
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) will launch specialized Fast and Spin Bowling Academies at the High Performance Center (HPC), with the aim of developing a talent pool that will serve as a feeder system for the national team. Under the guidance of the Cricket Selection Committee, the High Performance Coaching Staff screened 105 first-class players from […]
Sri Lanka Cricket distributes cricket equipment to over 100 schools.
The program, initiated under the ‘National Pathway’ of Sri Lanka Cricket, distributed the equipment to schools playing U13, U15, U17, and U19 cricket. Accordingly, 45 schools were offered senior and junior cricket bags, while 22 schools were given junior cricket bags, and schools playing girls cricket were also among the ones to receive junior cricket […]