Sean Williams’ 100 in vain as Sri Lanka beats Zimbabwe
2 years, 11 months ago

Sean Williams’ 100 in vain as Sri Lanka beats Zimbabwe

The Hindu  

Dinesh Chandimal and Charith Asalanka smashed half-centuries to guide Sri Lanka to a comfortable five-wicket win over Zimbabwe in the first one-day international on Sunday. Scorecard and ball-by-ball commentary Chasing 297 for victory, Sri Lanka rode on a 129-run stand between man-of-the-match Chandimal and Asalanka to achieve the target with nine balls to spare and take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series in Kandy. Blessing Muzarabani sent back Kusal for 26 and Richard Ngarava bowled Kamindu Mendis to check Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka, which is missing several key players including Wanindu Hasaranga and Dhananjaya de Silva, is currently seventh while Zimbabwe is bottom in 13th spot.

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New Zealand vs Sri Lanka, 3rd ODI: Eshan Malinga, Asith Fernando star as Lankans register huge 140-run victory
4 days, 23 hours ago

New Zealand vs Sri Lanka, 3rd ODI: Eshan Malinga, Asith Fernando star as Lankans register huge 140-run victory

Live Mint  

Eshan Malinga, Maheesh Theekshana and Asith Fernando took three-wicket each as Sri Lanka registered huge 140-run win over New Zealand in the third ODI in Auckland on Saturday. Opting to bat first, Sri Lanka got the best possible start with Pathum Nissanka and Avishka Fernando stitching a 69-run stand for the opening wicket. Although, Mark Chapman fought the lone battle …

NZ vs SL 3rd ODI: Bowlers help Sri Lanka thrash New Zealand by 140 runs for consolation win
4 days, 23 hours ago

NZ vs SL 3rd ODI: Bowlers help Sri Lanka thrash New Zealand by 140 runs for consolation win

The Hindu  

Sri Lanka razed New Zealand’s top-order on Saturday to comfortably win the third One-Day International in Auckland by 140 runs and salvage a lone victory in the series. Fernando was the chief destroyer with the new ball as New Zealand’s first five wickets tumbled inside the first seven overs. The victory margin would have been greater, were it not for …

New Zealand vs Sri Lanka, 3rd ODI: Highlights from Auckland
5 days, 8 hours ago

New Zealand vs Sri Lanka, 3rd ODI: Highlights from Auckland

India Today  

12:56 IST: This 8th wicket stand has now matured to 49 runs, with Chapman doing all the heavy-lifting. In that clash, India had set 349, and New Zealand found themselves at 131/6 while chasing with their top order blown away, much like today's 77/7 collapse. Back then, Michael Bracewell and Mitchell Santner mounted a remarkable 162-run stand, nearly clinching an …

New Zealand beats Sri Lanka by 113 runs in rain-hit 2nd ODI to win series
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1 week, 1 day ago

New Zealand beats Sri Lanka by 113 runs in rain-hit 2nd ODI to win series

The Hindu  

Rachin Ravindra and Mark Chapman made half centuries in a 112-run second-wicket partnership which helped New Zealand to a 113-run win over Sri Lanka in the second one-day international on Wednesday and an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Ravindra made 79 from 63 balls and Chapman scored 62 from 52 as New Zealand reached 255-9 batting first in …

New Zealand beats Sri Lanka by 113 runs in rain-hit 2nd ODI to win series
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1 week, 1 day ago

New Zealand beats Sri Lanka by 113 runs in rain-hit 2nd ODI to win series

Associated Press  

HAMILTON, New Zealand — Rachin Ravindra and Mark Chapman made half centuries in a 112-run second-wicket partnership which helped New Zealand to a 113-run win over Sri Lanka in the second one-day international on Wednesday and an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Ravindra made 79 from 63 balls and Chapman scored 62 from 52 as New Zealand reached …

NZ vs SL 1st ODI: New Zealand beats Sri Lanka by nine wickets to lead series 1-0
1 week, 4 days ago

NZ vs SL 1st ODI: New Zealand beats Sri Lanka by nine wickets to lead series 1-0

The Hindu  

Will Young made an unbeaten 90 and shared a 93-run opening partnership with Rachin Ravindra which propelled New Zealand to a nine-wicket win over Sri Lanka in the first One-Day International Sunday and a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. Earlier, Matt Henry took four for 19 as New Zealand bowled out Sri Lanka for 178 in just over 43 …

Fernando makes 56 as Sri Lanka sets New Zealand 179 in the 1st ODI
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1 week, 4 days ago

Fernando makes 56 as Sri Lanka sets New Zealand 179 in the 1st ODI

Hindustan Times  

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — Fernando makes 56 as Sri Lanka sets New Zealand 179 in the 1st ODI Avishka Fernando scored a gritty half century in an 87-run partnership with Janith Liyanage which helped Sri Lanka to 178 as it batted first Sunday in the first one-day international against New Zealand. Matt Henry took 4-19 from his 10 overs for …

NZ vs SL: Young, Henry star as New Zealand thump Sri Lanka in 1st ODI
1 week, 4 days ago

NZ vs SL: Young, Henry star as New Zealand thump Sri Lanka in 1st ODI

India Today  

New Zealand dominated Sri Lanka in a commanding nine-wicket victory at the Basin Reserve, with their fast bowlers dismantling Sri Lanka’s top order before a clinical batting display sealed the chase. On a green-tinged pitch, New Zealand’s pacers exploited the conditions to devastating effect, reducing Sri Lanka to 23 for 4 inside the powerplay. Kamindu Mendis compounded Sri Lanka's woes …

New Zealand beats Sri Lanka by 9 wickets in 1st ODI to lead the series 1-0
1 week, 4 days ago

New Zealand beats Sri Lanka by 9 wickets in 1st ODI to lead the series 1-0

Associated Press  

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — Will Young made an unbeaten 90 and shared a 93-run opening partnership with Rachin Ravindra which propelled New Zealand to a nine wicket win over Sri Lanka in the first one-day international Sunday and a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. Earlier, Matt Henry took 4-19 as New Zealand bowled out Sri Lanka for 178 in …

Perera hits Sri Lanka’s fastest T20 century in consolation win over New Zealand
2 weeks ago

Perera hits Sri Lanka’s fastest T20 century in consolation win over New Zealand

Associated Press  

NELSON, New Zealand — Kusal Perera scored Sri Lanka’s fastest Twenty20 international century — from 44 balls — on Thursday to spur his team to a consolation win over New Zealand by seven runs in the the final match of the three-match series. Perera’s career-best score in a century partnership with captain Charirth Asalanka lifted Sri Lanka to 218-5 — …

NZ vs SL, 2nd T20I: New Zealand beats Sri Lanka by 45 runs to win three-match series 2-0
2 weeks, 2 days ago

NZ vs SL, 2nd T20I: New Zealand beats Sri Lanka by 45 runs to win three-match series 2-0

The Hindu  

Sri Lanka again fell short in a tough run chase as New Zealand won the second Twenty20 international by 45 runs Monday to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. In the first game we were almost there to win and again we’re disappointed.” Once again, Jacob Duffy was New Zealand’s key bowler, dismissing opener Pathum Nissanka for …

New Zealand beats Sri Lanka in 2nd T20 to take 2-0 lead
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

New Zealand beats Sri Lanka in 2nd T20 to take 2-0 lead

Deccan Chronicle  

Mount Maunganui: Sri Lanka again fell short in a tough run chase as New Zealand won the second Twenty20 international by 45 runs Monday to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. In the first game we were almost there to win and again we're disappointed.” Once again, Jacob Duffy was New Zealand's key bowler, dismissing opener Pathum …

New Zealand beats Sri Lanka by 45 runs in 2nd T20 to take a 2-0 series lead
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

New Zealand beats Sri Lanka by 45 runs in 2nd T20 to take a 2-0 series lead

Hindustan Times  

MOUNT MAUNGANUI, New Zealand — Sri Lanka again fell short in a tough run chase as New Zealand won the second Twenty20 international by 45 runs Monday to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. New Zealand beats Sri Lanka by 45 runs in 2nd T20 to take a 2-0 series lead The tourists were edged by eight …

New Zealand beats Sri Lanka by 45 runs in 2nd T20 to take a 2-0 series lead
2 weeks, 3 days ago

New Zealand beats Sri Lanka by 45 runs in 2nd T20 to take a 2-0 series lead

Associated Press  

MOUNT MAUNGANUI, New Zealand — Sri Lanka again fell short in a tough run chase as New Zealand won the second Twenty20 international by 45 runs Monday to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. In the first game we were almost there to win and again we’re disappointed.” Once again, Jacob Duffy was New Zealand’s key bowler, …

New Zealand cricketers fight back to beat Sri Lanka by 8 runs in first T20
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

New Zealand cricketers fight back to beat Sri Lanka by 8 runs in first T20

Hindustan Times  

MOUNT MAUNGANUI, New Zealand — Daryl Mitchell and Michael Bracewell made half centuries in a 105-run sixth wicket partnership to help lead New Zealand to an eight-run win over Sri Lanka on Saturday in the first of three T20 internationals. New Zealand cricketers fight back to beat Sri Lanka by 8 runs in first T20 Outstanding bowling at the death …

New Zealand cricketers fight back to beat Sri Lanka by 8 runs in first T20
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

New Zealand cricketers fight back to beat Sri Lanka by 8 runs in first T20

Associated Press  

MOUNT MAUNGANUI, New Zealand — Daryl Mitchell and Michael Bracewell made half centuries in a 105-run sixth wicket partnership to help lead New Zealand to an eight-run win over Sri Lanka on Saturday in the first of three T20 internationals. Outstanding bowling at the death also turned the match in New Zealand’s favor as Sri Lanka slumped from 121-0 to …

Sean Williams scores 5th Test ton as Zimbabwe dominate Day 1 vs Afghanistan
3 weeks ago

Sean Williams scores 5th Test ton as Zimbabwe dominate Day 1 vs Afghanistan

India Today  

Sean Williams’ unbeaten 145 led Zimbabwe to a commanding 363/4 on Day 1 of the first Test against Afghanistan in Bulawayo. The experienced batter played a pivotal role, crafting his fifth Test century to keep the hosts on top throughout the day. The hosts have put on a solid batting effort to end Day 1, having 363/4 runs on the …

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

SA's Maharaj wants "old fashioned Test cricket" on final day as Lanka threaten to chase down 348 in 2nd Test
1 month, 1 week ago

SA's Maharaj wants "old fashioned Test cricket" on final day as Lanka threaten to chase down 348 in 2nd Test

Hindustan Times  

Gqeberha, : South African spinner Keshav Maharaj said that the team hopes to go back to "old fashioned Test cricket" to get themselves the remaining half of the Sri Lankan batting line-up in the second Test while defending 348 runs to secure a series win which would be instrumental to their ICC World Test Championship 2023-25 final qualification. SA's Maharaj …

Sri Lanka is 205-5 in a chase of 348 against South Africa in 2nd test
1 month, 1 week 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 …

South Africa leads Sri Lanka by 221 runs in 2nd test
1 month, 1 week ago

South Africa leads Sri Lanka by 221 runs in 2nd test

Associated Press  

GQEBERHA, South Africa — South Africa was building a defendable total against Sri Lanka as it reached 191-3 in its second innings and a lead of 221 runs on day three Saturday of the second test. But its first innings was stopped at 328, short of South Africa’s total by 30 runs, after a maiden five-wicket haul by medium-pacer Dane …

IND vs SL, U-19 Asia Cup 2024: India beats Sri Lanka by 7 wickets, to face Bangladesh in final
1 month, 1 week ago

IND vs SL, U-19 Asia Cup 2024: India beats Sri Lanka by 7 wickets, to face Bangladesh in final

The Hindu  

India defeated Sri Lanka by seven wickets in the semifinals of the ACC Men’s U-19 Asia Cup in Sharjah on Friday, setting up the summit clash with Bangladesh. Sri Lanka won the toss and opted to bat first but the decision seemed to be backfiring when it was reduced to three for eight. Once Ayush Mhatre removed Shanmuganathan, Sri Lanka …

Zimbabwe all out for 57 as Pakistan takes unassailable 2-0 lead in T20 series
1 month, 1 week ago

Zimbabwe all out for 57 as Pakistan takes unassailable 2-0 lead in T20 series

Associated Press  

BULAWAYO, Zimbabwe — Left-arm wrist spinner Sufiyan Muqeem starred as Zimbabwe was routed for its lowest Twenty20 total of 57 and Pakistan romped to a series-clinching 10-wicket win on Tuesday. Muqeem, playing in only his seventh T20, surpassed fast bowler Umar Gul’s Pakistan record of five wickets for six runs with an even more impressive 5-3 in 16 balls. Zimbabwe …

Jansen takes 11 wickets, South Africa beats Sri Lanka by 233 runs in 1st test
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Jansen takes 11 wickets, South Africa beats Sri Lanka by 233 runs in 1st test

New Indian Express  

DURBAN: South Africa wrapped up a 233-run win over Sri Lanka and medium-pacer Marco Jansen finished with 11 wickets in the first test at Kingsmead on Saturday. After Chandimal was out caught and bowled by Gerald Coetzee, Sri Lanka's last three wickets folded for 11 runs in the next six overs. Batting always felt tricky, you never felt in.” South …

Jansen takes 11 wickets and South Africa beats Sri Lanka by 233 runs in 1st test
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Jansen takes 11 wickets and South Africa beats Sri Lanka by 233 runs in 1st test

Associated Press  

DURBAN, South Africa — South Africa wrapped up a 233-run win over Sri Lanka and medium-pacer Marco Jansen finished with 11 wickets in the first test at Kingsmead on Saturday. After Chandimal was out caught and bowled by Gerald Coetzee, Sri Lanka’s last three wickets folded for 11 runs in the next six overs. Batting always felt tricky, you never …

Sri Lanka skittled for lowest Test score as South Africa seize control of first Test
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Sri Lanka skittled for lowest Test score as South Africa seize control of first Test

The Independent  

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Sri Lanka blown away for 42 and South Africa leads Durban test by 281 runs
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Sri Lanka blown away for 42 and South Africa leads Durban test by 281 runs

Associated Press  

DURBAN, South Africa — South Africa led Sri Lanka by 281 runs in the first cricket test at Kingsmead by the end of a dramatic second day in which 19 wickets fell on Thursday. Sri Lanka appeared to be in control at lunch after South Africa was bowled out for a seemingly pitiful 191. Just how badly Sri Lanka used …

Marco Jansen wreaks havoc with 7 wickets in just 6.5 overs as Sri Lanka bundled for 42; register their lowest Test score
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Marco Jansen wreaks havoc with 7 wickets in just 6.5 overs as Sri Lanka bundled for 42; register their lowest Test score

Hindustan Times  

In one of the most shocking displays of batting in recent memory, Sri Lanka was bowled out for a record-low 42 in their first innings of the Durban Test against South Africa on Thursday. This total wasn't only Sri Lanka's lowest-ever score in a Test match, but also stands as the lowest total by any team against South Africa. Top …

Sri Lanka bowled out for their lowest Test total during first Test against South Africa in Durban
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Sri Lanka bowled out for their lowest Test total during first Test against South Africa in Durban

Firstpost  

Sri Lanka’s hopes of reaching the ICC World Test Championship final for the first time ever took a massive hit as a result of getting shot out for less than 50 thanks to Marco Jansen’s seven-for. Sri Lanka's Pathum Nissanka leaves the field after getting dismissed by Kagiso Rabada on Day 2 of the first Test between South Africa and …

Sri Lanka all out for record-low 42 in Durban cricket test
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Sri Lanka all out for record-low 42 in Durban cricket test

Associated Press  

DURBAN, South Africa — Sri Lanka was bowled out by South Africa for 42 at Kingsmead on Thursday, its lowest total in test cricket. South Africa needed only 83 legal deliveries — 13.5 overs — to rout the Sri Lankans in their first innings. The 42 was also a record low for a test at Kingsmead, and the record low …

After IPL pay rise, Marco Jansen rattles Sri Lanka with career-best Test figures
1 month, 2 weeks ago

After IPL pay rise, Marco Jansen rattles Sri Lanka with career-best Test figures

India Today  

Marco Jansen produced his career-best Test figures as he was unplayable with the red ball on Day 2 of the first Test between South Africa and Sri Lanka at the Kingsmead in Durban. Jansen took seven wickets and conceded just 13 runs as his career-best effort orchestrated Sri Lanka's massive collapse in their first innings with the bat. SA vs …

First time in 100 years! Sri Lanka register embarrassing record after getting bowled out for 42 runs
1 month, 2 weeks ago

First time in 100 years! Sri Lanka register embarrassing record after getting bowled out for 42 runs

India TV News  

The opening Test of the two-match series between South Africa and Sri Lanka is progressing at a rapid pace at the Kingsmead in Durban. Yes, Sri Lanka's batting innings lasted only for 83 balls, the lowest since 1924 and the second-lowest overall in the history of the longest format. The pitch is spicy and helpful for the bowlers but even …

Ayub smashes maiden ODI hundred in Pakistan's thumping 10-wicket win over Zimbabwe
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ayub smashes maiden ODI hundred in Pakistan's thumping 10-wicket win over Zimbabwe

Hindustan Times  

BULAWAYO, Zimbabwe — Saim Ayub smashed a maiden ODI hundred off 53 balls as Pakistan romped to a 10-wicket win over Zimbabwe in the second one-day international on Tuesday. Ayub smashes maiden ODI hundred in Pakistan's thumping 10-wicket win over Zimbabwe Ayub, the left-handed opening batter, hit 17 fours and three sixes in his unbeaten 113 off 62 balls and …

Ayub smashes maiden ODI hundred in Pakistan’s thumping 10-wicket win over Zimbabwe
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ayub smashes maiden ODI hundred in Pakistan’s thumping 10-wicket win over Zimbabwe

Associated Press  

BULAWAYO, Zimbabwe — Saim Ayub smashed a maiden ODI hundred off 53 balls as Pakistan romped to a 10-wicket win over Zimbabwe in the second one-day international on Tuesday. Ayub, the left-handed opening batter, hit 17 fours and three sixes in his unbeaten 113 off 62 balls and sped Pakistan to 148-0 in 18.2 overs. “After that, Saim Ayub’s innings …

Sri Lanka beats New Zealand in 2nd ODI to win another home series
1 month, 4 weeks ago

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

Deccan Chronicle  

Pallekele: 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 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 Bracewell's first four-wicket ODI haul …

First time since 2012! Sri Lanka claim series win over New Zealand with nerve-wracking finish in 2nd ODI
1 month, 4 weeks 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, 4 weeks 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, 4 weeks 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, 4 weeks 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 …

Kusal Mendis stars with 74* as Sri Lanka clinch ODI series vs New Zealand
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Kusal Mendis stars with 74* as Sri Lanka clinch ODI series vs New Zealand

India Today  

Sri Lanka continue their domination at home as they take a 2-0 lead in the 3-match ODI series against New Zealand. Sri Lanka beat New Zealand by three wickets in the rain-affected match at the Pallekele Stadium in Pallekele. Vandersay's five-wicket haul in the first innings, followed by Kusal Mendis's unbeaten knock of 74 runs was key in Sri Lanka …

SL vs NZ, 1st ODI: Mendis and Fernando’s centuries propel Sri Lanka to comfortable win against New Zealand
2 months 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
2 months 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
2 months 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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2 months 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 …

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

SL vs NZ: Charith Asalanka stars as Sri Lanka halt New Zealand's freight train
2 months, 1 week 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 …

Sri Lanka's Jewel Andrew Makes History as First 17-Year-Old to Play for West Indies
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Sri Lanka's Jewel Andrew Makes History as First 17-Year-Old to Play for West Indies

ABP News  

West Indies secured a convincing victory in the third and final ODI against Sri Lanka at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. Jewel Andrew, a highly-rated 17-year-old, made headlines by becoming the first 17-year-old to play for the West Indies men's cricket team since Gary Sobers. Andrew's exceptional bowling performance and wicket-taking ability proved crucial for West Indies, contributing to their …

Asalanka's Unmatched Domination as Sri Lanka Clinches Series 2-0
2 months, 3 weeks 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, 3 weeks 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.

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