Sri Lanka recalls Mathews for New Zealand ODI series
1 year, 9 months ago

Sri Lanka recalls Mathews for New Zealand ODI series

The Hindu  

Former Sri Lanka skipper Angelo Mathews will return to the team after a two-year hiatus after selectors named him Friday to its squad for the one-day series against New Zealand. Sri Lanka and New Zealand began their second and final Test in Wellington on Friday in a series led by the hosts 1-0. ODI squad: Dasun Shanaka, Pathum Nissanka, Nuwanidu Fernando, Kusal Mendis, Angelo Mathews, Charith Asalanka, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Dhananjaya de Silva, Sahan Arachchige, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Kasun Rajitha, Lahiru Kumara, Pramod Madushan, Dilshan Madushanka, Chamika Karunaratne, Matheesha Pathirana. T20 squad: Dasun Shanaka, Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Dhananjaya de Silva, Charith Asalanka, Kusal Janith Perera, Lasith Croospulle, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Nuwanidu Fernando, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Dunith Wellalage, Kasun Rajitha, Lahiru Kumara, Dilshan Madushanka, Chamika Karunaratne, Matheesha Pathirana, Pramod Madushan.

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Bevon Jacobs included in New Zealand’s T20 squad for Sri Lanka series
2 days, 6 hours ago

Bevon Jacobs included in New Zealand’s T20 squad for Sri Lanka series

Associated Press  

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — South Africa-born batter Bevon Jacobs has been named in New Zealand’s Twenty20 squad for the first time for a three-match series against Sri Lanka, weeks after being picked by the Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League auction. Jacobs, Foulkes and Robinson have not been named in the New Zealand squad for the three-match one-day series …

Sri Lanka to tour New Zealand for white-ball series in December and January
2 weeks ago

Sri Lanka to tour New Zealand for white-ball series in December and January

India Today  

Sri Lanka Cricket has announced that the Sri Lanka Men’s National Team will tour New Zealand in December 2024 and January 2025 to compete in a white-ball series featuring both T20Is and ODIs. New Zealand toured Sri Lanka for a three-match ODI series in November 2024 with the Islanders securing a historic ODI series win. This victory gave Sri Lanka …

Sri Lanka is 205-5 in a chase of 348 against South Africa in 2nd test
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Sri Lanka is 205-5 in a chase of 348 against South Africa in 2nd test

Associated Press  

GQEBERHA, South Africa — South Africa had Sri Lanka on the rack at 205-5 in a chase of 348 on the fourth day of the second test at St George’s Park on Sunday. Medium-pacer Dane Paterson and spinner Keshav Maharaj took two wickets each after fast bowler Kagiso Rabada started prising out Sri Lankans by pinning opener Dimuth Karunaratne while …

Nissanka leads strong Sri Lanka reply after Verreynne century boosts South Africa
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Nissanka leads strong Sri Lanka reply after Verreynne century boosts South Africa

Associated Press  

GQEBERHA, South Africa — Opener Pathum Nissanka led Sri Lanka to 242-3 in reply to South Africa’s bonus 358 on day two Friday of the second test at St George’s Park. Unbeaten in the middle were Angelo Mathews, on 40 after becoming the third Sri Lankan man to pass 8,000 test runs, and Kamindu Mendis, on 30. Sri Lanka was …

SA vs SL: Pathum Nissanka's 89 steadies Sri Lanka after Kyle Verreynne's 105
2 weeks, 5 days ago

SA vs SL: Pathum Nissanka's 89 steadies Sri Lanka after Kyle Verreynne's 105

India Today  

Pathum Nissanka scored 89 as Sri Lanka are steadily putting themselves in a position of strength in their second Test against South Africa at the St George's Park in Gqeberha. South Africa vs Sri Lanka, 2nd Test, Day 2 Updates Nissanka hit 11 fours and a six in his knock before Keshav Maharaj accounted for his wicket. After Dimuth Karunaratne …

Angelo Mathews emulates Sangakkara-Jayawardene, joins Fab Four in major achievement in Test cricket
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Angelo Mathews emulates Sangakkara-Jayawardene, joins Fab Four in major achievement in Test cricket

India TV News  

Angelo Mathews saw his name written in Sri Lanka cricket's history books after reaching 8,000 Test runs on Friday. The veteran all-rounder scored an unbeaten 40 runs on Day 2 of the ongoing second Test match against South Africa in Gqerbha to become the only third Sri Lanka to achieve the historic run-scoring record. Among active Sri Lankans, Dimuth Karunartne …

SA vs SL: Angelo Mathews joins elite Sri Lanka club with 8000 Test runs
2 weeks, 5 days ago

SA vs SL: Angelo Mathews joins elite Sri Lanka club with 8000 Test runs

India Today  

Angelo Mathews became only the third Sri Lankan batter to score 8000 runs in Test cricket. South Africa vs Sri Lanka, 2nd Test Day 3 Highlights Mathews needed 34 before the game, and he got there with ease. Angelo Mathews becomes the 3rd Sri Lankan after Sangakkara and Jayawardene to complete 8,000 Test runs. 🙇‍♂️âä️ pic.twitter.com/s800vQfYHZ — Mufaddal Vohra December …

Sri Lanka win ODI series against New Zealand 2-0 after rain washes out finale in Pallekele – India TV
1 month ago

Sri Lanka win ODI series against New Zealand 2-0 after rain washes out finale in Pallekele – India TV

India TV News  

Sri Lanka continued their good form in ODI cricket in 2024, winning their fifth assignment at home in the year and third consecutive as they sealed a 2-0 victory against New Zealand after the finale was washed out due to relentless rain in Pallekele on Tuesday, November 19. After being largely unimpressive in the first two games, the New Zealand …

SL vs NZ, 3rd ODI: Rain washes out last ODI between series winner Sri Lanka and New Zealand
1 month ago

SL vs NZ, 3rd ODI: Rain washes out last ODI between series winner Sri Lanka and New Zealand

The Hindu  

Rain ruined New Zealand hopes of a consolation win against Sri Lanka after washing out the third and final one-day international on Tuesday. Sri Lanka won its fifth ODI series at home this year after beating the Black Caps in the first two rain-disrupted games. New Zealand brought in fast bowlers Zakary Foulkes, who made his ODI debut, and Adam …

SL vs NZ: Sri Lanka take series 2-0 after third ODI gets called off due to rain
1 month ago

SL vs NZ: Sri Lanka take series 2-0 after third ODI gets called off due to rain

India Today  

Sri Lanka completed a 2-0 series win over New Zealand in the three-match ODI series after the third and final game was called of due to rain on Tuesday, November 19 at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele. As a result, Sri Lanka registered their fifth ODI series victory in 2024 and third consecutive after earlier having beating India and West …

First time since 2012! Sri Lanka claim series win over New Zealand with nerve-wracking finish in 2nd ODI
1 month, 1 week ago

First time since 2012! Sri Lanka claim series win over New Zealand with nerve-wracking finish in 2nd ODI

India TV News  

Sri Lanka continued their impressive dominance in ODIs at home in the ongoing calendar year as they pipped a resilient New Zealand in the second ODI of the series by three wickets to take an unassailable lead. Chasing 210 for a series win, Sri Lanka kept losing wickets at regular intervals. Earlier in the day, Sri Lanka won the toss …

SL vs NZ, 2nd ODI: Battling Kusal guides Sri Lanka to series win over New Zealand
1 month, 1 week ago

SL vs NZ, 2nd ODI: Battling Kusal guides Sri Lanka to series win over New Zealand

The Hindu  

Kusal Mendis overcame injury to score a half-century that helped Sri Lanka beat New Zealand by three wickets in their rain-shortened second one-day international at Pallekele on Sunday and clinch the three-match series 2-0. It was Sri Lanka’s first ODI series victory over New Zealand since 2012 and their fifth bilateral series win of 2024. Mark Chapman and Mitchell Hay …

Battling Kusal guides Sri Lanka to ODI series win over NZ
1 month, 1 week ago

Battling Kusal guides Sri Lanka to ODI series win over NZ

Hindustan Times  

Nov 17 - Kusal Mendis overcame injury to score a workmanlike half-century that helped Sri Lanka beat New Zealand by three wickets in their rain-shortened second one-day international at Pallekele on Sunday and clinch the three-match series 2-0. Battling Kusal guides Sri Lanka to ODI series win over NZ Chasing 210 to win, Sri Lanka struggled for partnerships on a …

Sri Lanka beats New Zealand in 2nd ODI to win another home series
1 month, 1 week ago

Sri Lanka beats New Zealand in 2nd ODI to win another home series

Associated Press  

PALLEKELE, Sri Lanka — Kusal Mendis hit a patient 74 not out as Sri Lanka beat New Zealand by three wickets under the DLS method with six balls remaining on Sunday in the rain-hit second ODI. It was Sri Lanka’s fifth ODI series win at home in 2024 after it had beaten Zimbabwe, Afghanistan, India and West Indies. Off-spinner Michael …

SL vs NZ HIGHLIGHTS, 2nd ODI: Kusal Mendis half-century helps Sri Lanka seal series against New Zealand
1 month, 1 week ago

SL vs NZ HIGHLIGHTS, 2nd ODI: Kusal Mendis half-century helps Sri Lanka seal series against New Zealand

The Hindu  

Welcome to Sportstar’s highlights of the Sri Lanka vs New Zealand 2nd ODI match being played at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy. Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka, Janith Liyanage, Dunith Wellalage, Jeffrey Vandersay, Maheesh Theekshana, Asitha Fernando. SQUAD Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith …

SL vs NZ, 1st ODI: Mendis and Fernando’s centuries propel Sri Lanka to comfortable win against New Zealand
1 month, 1 week ago

SL vs NZ, 1st ODI: Mendis and Fernando’s centuries propel Sri Lanka to comfortable win against New Zealand

The Hindu  

Kusal Mendis and Avishka Fernando smashed centuries against a new-look New Zealand as Sri Lanka cruised to a 45-run win under the DLS method in a rain-hit first ODI on Wednesday. Mendis smashed a career-best 143 off 128 balls and Fernando made 100 off 115 in Sri Lanka’s imposing total of 324-5 in 49.2 overs before rain came and reduced …

SL vs NZ: Kusal Mendis, Avishka Fernando fire Sri Lanka to thumping win in 1st ODI
1 month, 1 week ago

SL vs NZ: Kusal Mendis, Avishka Fernando fire Sri Lanka to thumping win in 1st ODI

India Today  

Kusal Mendis and Avishka Fernando starred as Sri Lanka took a 1-0 lead in their three-match ODI series against New Zealand. SL vs NZ, 1st ODI Highlights After opting to bat first, the Islanders put up a healthy score of 324 when rain halted proceedings with only four balls left in the innings. Sadeera Samarawickrama departed cheaply, but skipper Charith …

Sri Lanka wins toss, elects to bat in 1st ODI against New Zealand
1 month, 1 week ago

Sri Lanka wins toss, elects to bat in 1st ODI against New Zealand

Hindustan Times  

DAMBULLA, Sri Lanka — Sri Lanka won the toss and elected to bat in the first one-day international against a new-look New Zealand team on Wednesday. Sri Lanka wins toss, elects to bat in 1st ODI against New Zealand The series will provide New Zealand with a build up for next year’s Champions Trophy for which Sri Lanka hasn’t qualified …

Sri Lanka wins toss, elects to bat in 1st ODI against New Zealand
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1 month, 1 week ago

Sri Lanka wins toss, elects to bat in 1st ODI against New Zealand

Associated Press  

DAMBULLA, Sri Lanka — Sri Lanka won the toss and elected to bat in the first one-day international against a new-look New Zealand team on Wednesday. The series will provide New Zealand with a build up for next year’s Champions Trophy for which Sri Lanka hasn’t qualified after it finished ninth in last year’s World Cup in India. While New …

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand ODI Series: Schedule, squads, injuries, live streaming and all you need to know
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1 month, 1 week ago

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand ODI Series: Schedule, squads, injuries, live streaming and all you need to know

India TV News  

New Zealand begin their preparation for the upcoming Champions Trophy with the series against Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka aren't part of the Champions Trophy because they didn't finish in the top 8 of the ODI World Cup standings. Sri Lanka vs New Zealand ODI Series - All you need to know Schedule 1st ODI - November 13 - 2:30 PM …

NZ vs SL, 1st T20I: Asalanka knock seals four-wicket Sri Lanka win over New Zealand
1 month, 2 weeks ago

NZ vs SL, 1st T20I: Asalanka knock seals four-wicket Sri Lanka win over New Zealand

The Hindu  

A captain’s knock by Charith Asalanka steered Sri Lanka to a hard-fought four-wicket victory over New Zealand with six balls to spare in Saturday’s Twenty20 opener in Dambulla. Left-arm spinner Dunith Wellalage, who took three of New Zealand’s wickets after the tourists opted to bat, sealed Sri Lanka’s win in style when he pulled Jacob Duffy for a six over …

Spinners and Asalanka lead Sri Lanka to low-scoring win over New Zealand in 1st T20
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Spinners and Asalanka lead Sri Lanka to low-scoring win over New Zealand in 1st T20

Associated Press  

DAMBULLA, Sri Lanka — Sri Lanka spinners clipped the New Zealand batters on a turning pitch to win a low-scoring first Twenty20 by four wickets on Saturday. Dunith Wellalage, Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana shared six wickets as they bowled out New Zealand for 135 in 19.3 overs. New Zealand fast bowler Zakary Foulkes picked up three wickets in three …

NZ vs SL, 1st T20I Highlights: Sri Lanka wins by four wickets with one over left
1 month, 2 weeks ago

NZ vs SL, 1st T20I Highlights: Sri Lanka wins by four wickets with one over left

The Hindu  

Hello and welcome to Sportstar’s highlights of the 1st T20I between Sri Lanka and New Zealand, being played in Dambulla, Sri Lanka, on Saturday. MATCH REPORT: Asalanka knock seals four-wicket Sri Lanka win over New Zealand SL vs NZ 1st T20I - SCORECARD MATCH PREVIEW Sri Lanka hopes to maintain its purple patch at home with a two-match Twenty20 series …

SL vs NZ: Charith Asalanka stars as Sri Lanka halt New Zealand's freight train
1 month, 2 weeks ago

SL vs NZ: Charith Asalanka stars as Sri Lanka halt New Zealand's freight train

India Today  

Sri Lanka spinners clipped the New Zealand batters on a turning pitch to win a low-scoring first Twenty20 by four wickets on Saturday. Dunith Wellalage, Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana shared six wickets as they bowled out New Zealand for 135 in 19.3 overs. New Zealand fast bowler Zakary Foulkes picked up three wickets in three overs but Sri Lanka …

India Struggles to Overcome New Zealand in Mumbai Test
1 month, 3 weeks ago

India Struggles to Overcome New Zealand in Mumbai Test

ABP News  

India are looking to bounce back in the third Test against New Zealand after losing the first two Tests in Mumbai. After winning the toss and electing to bat first, the Kiwis scored 235 in the first innings, with Ravindra Jadeja taking 5 wickets for India. In response, the Men In Blue posted 263 in the first innings to take …

Jadeja's Brace: Ravindra Jadeja Dismisses New Zealand for 171/9
Top News
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Jadeja's Brace: Ravindra Jadeja Dismisses New Zealand for 171/9

Hindustan Times  

India continued their dominance in the 3rd Test against New Zealand, with Ravindra Jadeja taking five wickets in the second session. Jadeja's bowling figures read 4/9, with the last wicket being dismissed by a sensational catch from Ravichandran Ashwin. New Zealand were bowled out for 235 runs, with Ajaz Patel taking five wickets for India. India now leads by 28 …

India Struggles Against New Zealand in Mumbai, Requiring a Win to Secure Series
Top News
1 month, 3 weeks ago

India Struggles Against New Zealand in Mumbai, Requiring a Win to Secure Series

Firstpost  

New Zealand fought back in Mumbai after Jadeja and Sundar helped India bowl the Black Caps out for 235 on Day 1 of the third Test in Mumbai. India appeared set to end the opening day in a commanding position thanks to an excellent second-wicket partnership between Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill when New Zealand managed to tilt the balance …

India Struggles to Overcome New Zealand in Third Test
1 month, 3 weeks ago

India Struggles to Overcome New Zealand in Third Test

Deccan Chronicle  

New Zealand is bowled out for 235 in 65.4 overs, with Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar taking nine wickets for India. India, in reply, is struggling at 86/4 after losing Rohit Sharma early. Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill have scored 30 and 31 respectively, but Ajaz Patel has picked up two wickets with two balls. India still trails by 149 …

New Zealand Aims for Historic Sweep in India
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

New Zealand Aims for Historic Sweep in India

Deccan Chronicle  

New Zealand wins the toss and decides to bat first in the third and final cricket test against India. The Black Caps won the first two tests in Bengaluru and Pune by eight wickets and 113 runs respectively, registering a landmark first test series win in India. India has never been whitewashed in a three-test home series, and New Zealand …

India vs New Zealand Live Score, 3rd Test Day 1: New Zealand Have Been Bowled Out for 235 Runs in Their First Innings Against India
1 month, 3 weeks ago

India vs New Zealand Live Score, 3rd Test Day 1: New Zealand Have Been Bowled Out for 235 Runs in Their First Innings Against India

Hindustan Times  

India suffered a crushing defeat in the third Test match against New Zealand, with the visitors securing a comfortable 235 runs in their first innings. New Zealand's batting prowess shone through, with Daryl Mitchell scoring a valiant half-century and Washington Sundar taking seven wickets with impressive bowling. Despite valiant efforts from Ajaz Patel and Ravindra Jadeja, New Zealand emerged victorious, …

Australia will play Sri Lanka in Galle for both Test matches in series
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Australia will play Sri Lanka in Galle for both Test matches in series

ABC  

Australia are set to face a trial by spin in Sri Lanka, with both Tests of the looming series to again be played in Galle. Sri Lankan officials confirmed the fixtures for next year's series on Friday, with the first Test to start on January 29 and the second on February 6, before one solitary ODI game at a yet-to-be …

India Sets Ambitious 359-Run Target in Second Test
Top News
1 month, 4 weeks ago

India Sets Ambitious 359-Run Target in Second Test

Associated Press  

New Zealand is on the verge of securing a mammoth 359-run target in the second test against India. Yashasvi Jaiswal struck a flurry of 46 runs in the fourth innings, putting immense pressure on the Indian bowlers. India needs 278 runs to win and equal the series, which New Zealand leads 1-0 after their impressive win in Bengaluru.

India Struggles to Overcome New Zealand in Second Test
Top News
1 month, 4 weeks ago

India Struggles to Overcome New Zealand in Second Test

Hindustan Times  

India and New Zealand continue their second Test match, with both teams locked in a tense chase. Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill put on a valiant fight with a 47-run stand, but New Zealand bowlers Washington Sundar and Ravindra Jadeja remain resolute, bowling through the New Zealand batting line. India needs 278 runs to win the match, while New Zealand …

New Zealand Dominates India in Second Test, Clinching 301-Run Lead
1 month, 4 weeks ago

New Zealand Dominates India in Second Test, Clinching 301-Run Lead

Deccan Chronicle  

New Zealand secured a substantial 301-run lead after a dominant performance on day two of the second Test against India. Mitchell Santner shone with a career-best seven-wicket haul, while Tom Latham scored a half-century to guide the home team to a commanding position. India struggled to recover from their early batting woes, with the team slumping to 107 for 7 …

New Zealand Dominates India in Second Test, Clinches 103-Run Lead
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

New Zealand Dominates India in Second Test, Clinches 103-Run Lead

ABP News  

New Zealand secures a 103-run lead after dismissing India for 156 in the second Test in Pune. Mitchell Santner shines with 7 wickets, while Glenn Phillips takes 2 wickets. India loses 9 wickets in the second innings, with Ravindra Jadeja scoring the top score with 38 runs. The match is still ongoing.

Asalanka's Unmatched Domination as Sri Lanka Clinches Series 2-0
2 months ago

Asalanka's Unmatched Domination as Sri Lanka Clinches Series 2-0

The Hindu  

Sri Lanka clinched the series 2-0 with a convincing victory in the second ODI against the West Indies. Charith Asalanka shone with a half-century, while Sherfane Rutherford and Gudakesh Motie contributed significantly with their batting performances. Asalanka's bowling exploits, including 4-40, restricted the West Indies' scoring. Despite early wickets, the hosts fought back with a partnership between Nishan Madushka and …

Asalanka and Madushka Lead Sri Lanka to Five-Wicket Win in Rain-Hit Game
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2 months ago

Asalanka and Madushka Lead Sri Lanka to Five-Wicket Win in Rain-Hit Game

The Hindu  

Sri Lanka secured a five-wicket win over West Indies in their opening match of the ICC World Cup Super 12 on Sunday. Nishan Madushka scored a half-century on debut and shared a 137-run partnership with captain Charith Asalanka. Sri Lanka reached 234-5 with 31 deliveries to spare after rain halted the proceedings at Pallekele.

Asalanka and Madushka lead Sri Lanka to 5-wicket win in ODI series opener vs. West Indies
2 months ago

Asalanka and Madushka lead Sri Lanka to 5-wicket win in ODI series opener vs. West Indies

Associated Press  

Sri Lanka secured a five-wicket win over West Indies in their opening ODI match on Sunday. Nishan Madushka scored a half-century on debut, while captain Charith Asalanka and opener Avishka Fernando contributed with crucial knocks. The match was halted due to rain, but Sri Lanka reached a competitive 234-5 with 31 deliveries to spare. The visitors were bowled out for …

Kamindu Mendis putting up Don Bradman-style numbers and fast-tracking Sri Lanka's return to cricket's elite
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Kamindu Mendis putting up Don Bradman-style numbers and fast-tracking Sri Lanka's return to cricket's elite

ABC  

Any discussion about the most powerful cricket nations in the world over the past few decades begins and ends with three — Australia, England and India. A new star putting up Bradmanesque numbers Since the retirements of Sangakkara, Muralitharan, Mahela Jayawardena and several other greats from their generation, Sri Lanka's men's team has largely been devoid of star power. Sri …

'Disastrous Performance': Social Media Calls Out New Zealand's 88 All-Out Innings Against Sri Lanka In Galle Test
2 months, 3 weeks ago

'Disastrous Performance': Social Media Calls Out New Zealand's 88 All-Out Innings Against Sri Lanka In Galle Test

ABP News  

New Zealand 88 All-Out: New Zealand are up against Sri Lanka in the second SL vs NZ Test at Galle. After racking up 602 runs in the first innings, Sri Lanka bundled the New Zealand batting lineup for just 88 runs to secure the massive lead of 514 runs and enforce a follow-on. Prabath Jayasuriya, who claimed a six-fer was …

Ahead of India tour, New Zealand bundled out for 88 vs Sri Lanka in Galle Test
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Ahead of India tour, New Zealand bundled out for 88 vs Sri Lanka in Galle Test

India Today  

New Zealand’s poor run of form has reared its head again, as they suffered a humiliating batting collapse, being bowled out for just 88 runs in the first innings of their second Test against Sri Lanka on September 28 in Galle. As they prepare for their upcoming Test series against India, the tour of Sri Lanka has been a stark …

Mendis Makes History as Sri Lanka Dominates New Zealand in 8th Test
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Mendis Makes History as Sri Lanka Dominates New Zealand in 8th Test

ABP News  

Kamindu Mendis continues his remarkable form in the ongoing Sri Lanka vs New Zealand Test series in Galle. The left-handed batter reached his fifth Test hundred in his eighth Test match, becoming the first cricketer to achieve this feat in his first 8 matches. He is on track to breach the 1000-run mark in Test cricket, and his left-arm bowling …

Test debut for Sri Lanka spinner Nishan Peiris in 2nd match against New Zealand
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Test debut for Sri Lanka spinner Nishan Peiris in 2nd match against New Zealand

Associated Press  

GALLE, Sri Lanka — Sri Lankan off-spinner Nishan Peiris will make his test debut in Galle on Thursday in the second and final test against New Zealand. Sri Lanka made two changes overall from its 63-run win in the first test, also held in Galle, with all-rounder Milan Rathnayake coming in for fast bowler Lahiru Kumara. “One of our recent …

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand first Test; Prabath Jayasuriya shines in Sri Lankan win
3 months ago

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand first Test; Prabath Jayasuriya shines in Sri Lankan win

The Hindu  

Prabath Jayasuriya took five wickets to steer Sri Lanka to a 63-run victory on Monday against New Zealand on the final morning of the first Test in Galle. “Disappointed we didn’t get enough lead in the first innings,” New Zealand skipper Tim Southee said. “We had the game in the hand, but we threw it away.” ‘Sensational’ O’Rourke lauded O’Rourke, …

Jayasuriya spins Sri Lanka to victory over NZ in 1st test
3 months ago

Jayasuriya spins Sri Lanka to victory over NZ in 1st test

Associated Press  

GALLE, Sri Lanka — Left-arm spinner Prabath Jayasuriya delivered a stellar five-wicket haul in the second innings and nine wickets overall, to lead Sri Lanka to a 63-run victory over New Zealand in the first Test. In Jayasuriya’s next over, he bowled last man William O’Rourke for a duck, sealing Sri Lanka’s victory in a tightly contested match and the …

SL vs NZ: Captain Dhananjaya credits morale-boosting Oval win for Test turnaround
3 months ago

SL vs NZ: Captain Dhananjaya credits morale-boosting Oval win for Test turnaround

India Today  

Sri Lanka captain Dhananjaya de Silva has credited the victory over England in the third Test at the Oval for rebuilding faith in their abilities after their win over New Zealand in the first Test. Notably, Sri Lanka beat New Zealand by 63 runs in the first Test at Galle International Stadium, Galle. SL vs NZ 1st Test Day 5 …

1st Test: Jayasuriya takes five to lead Sri Lanka to 1-0 series lead vs New Zealand
3 months ago

1st Test: Jayasuriya takes five to lead Sri Lanka to 1-0 series lead vs New Zealand

India Today  

Star spinner Prabath Jayasuriya picked a superb five-wicket haul to help Sri Lanka secure a 63-run victory over New Zealand in the opening Test match in Galle, taking a 1-0 lead in the two-match series on Monday. Prabath Jayasuriya’s five-wicket haul scripts a memorable Sri Lanka win over New Zealand 👏 ðŸ‡ñ🇰 go up 1-0 in the series ðŸ”å#WTC25 | …

SL vs NZ, 1st Test: Sri Lanka wins the toss and bats in first test against New Zealand
3 months, 1 week ago

SL vs NZ, 1st Test: Sri Lanka wins the toss and bats in first test against New Zealand

The Hindu  

New Zealand fast bowler William O’Rourke rocked Sri Lanka with two early wickets as the hosts took lunch at 88 for two on the opening day of the first Test at Galle on Wednesday. New Zealand had a warm-up Test match last week against Afghanistan in India washed out after five days without a ball being bowled. Sri Lanka: Dimuth …

Sri Lanka beats England by 8 wickets for only its fourth test victory on English soil
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Sri Lanka beats England by 8 wickets for only its fourth test victory on English soil

Associated Press  

LONDON — Sri Lanka earned only its fourth test victory on English soil after an unbeaten century by opener Pathum Nissanka helped secure an eight-wicket win in the third and final match of the series against England at The Oval on Monday. Starting Day 4 on 94-1 and requiring 125 more runs to win, the Sri Lankans needed barely two …

Sri Lanka beats India in a bilateral ODI series for the first time since 1997
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Sri Lanka beats India in a bilateral ODI series for the first time since 1997

Associated Press  

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka — Sri Lanka ended a long drought of 27 years without beating India in a bilateral one-day international series when it surged to an emphatic 110-run win in the third and final match on Wednesday. India hadn’t lost a bilateral ODI series to Sri Lanka since 1997, but was bowled out for 138 in just 26.1 overs …

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