Sri Lanka team manager to submit report on alleged misconduct by player
4 years, 2 months ago

Sri Lanka team manager to submit report on alleged misconduct by player

The Hindu  

Sri Lanka Cricket on Thursday instructed its national team manager to submit a report on allegations of sexual misconduct involving a promising player and a female member of their medical staff. Sri Lankan cricket found itself in the middle of an ugly controversy after multiple reports in the local media hinted at a spin bowling all-rounder in his 20s being found with a female official of the team in a hotel room. The SLC said that multiple media reports have suggested that a team member - who is currently featuring in the Test series against England - had misbehaved with the medical staff member. READ: Draw not an option for England in second test against Sri Lanka "In consideration of the seriousness of the alleged incident which was reported by the mainstream media, SLC has instructed the team manager Mr Asantha de Mel to submit a report into the incident forthwith in order to find out the veracity of the said news report," SLC said in a release.

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SLC rubbishes allegations of 'drinking party at team hotel' during T20 World Cup; calls it false, fabricated
8 months, 3 weeks ago

SLC rubbishes allegations of 'drinking party at team hotel' during T20 World Cup; calls it false, fabricated

India TV News  

Sri Lanka Cricket has come down heavily at a local news publication, calling one of its reports about the men's team's drinking party inaccurate. The said publication did a report alleging that five top Sri Lankan players were involved in a drinking party just before their opening T20 World Cup match against South Africa in New York and SLC has …

ICC lifts suspension on Sri Lanka Cricket
1 year, 2 months ago

ICC lifts suspension on Sri Lanka Cricket

The Hindu  

The International Cricket Council announced on Sunday that Sri Lanka Cricket’s suspension would be lifted with immediate effect. SLC was suspended in November for being in serious breach of its obligations as an ICC Member, in particular, the requirement to manage its affairs autonomously and ensure that there is no government interference in the governance, regulation and/or administration of cricket …

Legends League Cricket to conduct investigation into Sreesanth-Gautam Gambhir heated exchange
1 year, 3 months ago

Legends League Cricket to conduct investigation into Sreesanth-Gautam Gambhir heated exchange

Firstpost  

“The incident that has been the talk in the cricketing world violates the code of conduct and necessary action will be taken against all that have violated the very clear rules stated by the league’s Code of Conduct and Ethics Committee,” LLC said. The Legends League Cricket have on Thursday said that an internal investigation into the the code of …

Sri Lanka Cricket files anti-graft commission plaint against ex-sports minister Roshan Ranasinghe
1 year, 3 months ago

Sri Lanka Cricket files anti-graft commission plaint against ex-sports minister Roshan Ranasinghe

Firstpost  

The decision to file this complaint stems from the concern that Roshan Ranasinghe has not appropriately disclosed the utilization of funds allocated by SLC for the intended purposes, the Lankan board said in a press release. Colombo: The Sri Lanka Cricket on Monday filed a complaint with the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption against the country’s former …

SLC files anti-graft commission complaint against ex-sports minister Ranasinghe
1 year, 3 months ago

SLC files anti-graft commission complaint against ex-sports minister Ranasinghe

The Hindu  

Sri Lanka Cricket on Monday filed a complaint with the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption against the country’s former sports minister Roshan Ranasinghe over the alleged misuse of funds released by the SLC to develop other disciplines. “The decision to file this complaint stems from the concern that Roshan Ranasinghe has not appropriately disclosed the utilization of …

SLC takes legal action against Sports Minister for defamatory statements, seeks 2.4 bn in damages
1 year, 4 months ago

SLC takes legal action against Sports Minister for defamatory statements, seeks 2.4 bn in damages

The Hindu  

Sri Lanka Cricket, on Wednesday, slapped a defamation lawsuit against sports minister Roshan Ranasinghe for making “damaging defamatory statements” against it, deepening the administrative crisis in the country. “In response to the persistent and damaging defamatory statements made by the Minister of Sports and Youth Affairs Roshan Ranasinghe, Sri Lanka Cricket has taken a decisive step to protect its reputation …

Sri Lankan board calls for 'urgent and comprehensive explanation' following 302-run loss to India
1 year, 4 months ago

Sri Lankan board calls for 'urgent and comprehensive explanation' following 302-run loss to India

The Hindu  

Following India's lopsided 302-run win over Sri Lanka in the the ODI World Cup 2023 at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Thursday, Sri Lanka Cricket asked for 'an urgent and comprehensive explanation from the entire coaching staff and selectors', according to ESPNcricinfo. In a statement made by the Sri Lankan cricket board, they said that the recent defeats were shocking …

Sri Lanka T20 World Cup 2022 debacle review: Casinos, fake prophet marred campaign
2 years, 2 months ago

Sri Lanka T20 World Cup 2022 debacle review: Casinos, fake prophet marred campaign

The Hindu  

Sri Lanka’s inglorious exit from the T20 World Cup in Australia was accompanied by players partying at casinos, corruption and the influence of a fake prophet, an inquiry showed on Thursday. An independent panel which investigated Sri Lanka’s off-field behaviour during the World Cup in October-November revealed a litany of wrongdoing among players, officials and associates. The investigators, led by …

Casinos, corruption, fake prophet: Inside Sri Lanka's dismal T20 World Cup in Australia
2 years, 2 months ago

Casinos, corruption, fake prophet: Inside Sri Lanka's dismal T20 World Cup in Australia

New Indian Express  

Batsman Danushka Gunathilaka was arrested hours after Sri Lanka's tournament prematurely ended and has been charged with four counts of sexual assault on a woman in Sydney. An independent panel which investigated Sri Lanka's off-field behaviour during the World Cup in October-November revealed a litany of wrongdoing among players, officials and associates. Former skipper Mahela Jayawardene travelled as a "consultant …

Chamika Karunaratne handed one-year suspended ban by Sri Lanka Cricket
2 years, 4 months ago

Chamika Karunaratne handed one-year suspended ban by Sri Lanka Cricket

The Hindu  

Chamika Karunaratne has been handed a one-year suspended ban from taking part in all forms of cricket by Sri Lanka Cricket for breaching several clauses in the player agreement during the T20 World Cup. “Considering the seriousness of the violations committed by Mr. Karunaratne, the Inquiry Panel by its report has recommended to the Executive Committee of the SLC to …

Sri Lanka Cricket suspend Chamika Karunaratne from all forms of cricket for one year
2 years, 4 months ago

Sri Lanka Cricket suspend Chamika Karunaratne from all forms of cricket for one year

India Today  

Sri Lanka Cricket on Wednesday handed Chamika Karunaratne a one-year suspension ban for violating multiple terms of the Player Agreement during the recently finished T20 World Cup in Australia. The SLC did not elaborate on how Karunaratne breached "several clauses" of its player agreement but said the player had pleaded guilty to all the charges levelled against him. "Subsequent to …

Three-member committee to probe Danushka Gunathilaka sexual assault case
2 years, 4 months ago

Three-member committee to probe Danushka Gunathilaka sexual assault case

The Hindu  

A three-member panel will probe the alleged sexual assault by Sri Lankan batter Danushka Gunathilaka during the T20 World Cup in Australia, the country's cricket board said on November 8, 2022. The probe panel comprising retired High Court judge Justice Sisira Ratnayake, attorney Niroshana Perera and attorney Asela Rekawa will also investigate various other alleged incidents involving the reigning Asia …

Sri Lanka board names panel to probe Gunathilaka sexual assault case
2 years, 4 months ago

Sri Lanka board names panel to probe Gunathilaka sexual assault case

The Hindu  

Sri Lanka Cricket has formed a three-member panel that includes a retired high court judge to probe an alleged sexual assault case against Danushka Gunathilaka, SLC said on Tuesday. SLC said on Sunday it would cooperate with Australian law enforcement but launched its own probe into “various alleged incidents” in Australia. “The committee will also focus the inquiry on various …

Lanka Premier League: Investigators to look into ‘attempts’ to fix matches in second edition
3 years, 1 month ago

Lanka Premier League: Investigators to look into ‘attempts’ to fix matches in second edition

Firstpost  

Jagath Fonseka, the head of the Sports Ministry’s Corruption Prevention Unit, said a leading national batter has lodged a complaint with them after he was approached for corruption. Colombo: The sports ministry’s corruption prevention unit has initiated an investigation into an alleged attempt to fix matches at the recently concluded Lanka Premier League. Jagath Fonseka, the head of the unit, …

Match fixing attempt being investigated at Lanka Premier League
3 years, 1 month ago

Match fixing attempt being investigated at Lanka Premier League

The Hindu  

The sports ministry's corruption prevention unit has initiated an investigation into an alleged attempt to fix matches at the recently concluded Lanka Premier League. Jagath Fonseka, the head of the unit, said a leading national batter has lodged a complaint with them after he was approached for corruption. The Prevention of Offences Relating to the Sports Act, made a law …

Sri Lanka players did not deliberately underperform in South Africa T20Is: SLC
3 years, 6 months ago

Sri Lanka players did not deliberately underperform in South Africa T20Is: SLC

The Hindu  

Sri Lanka Cricket on Thursday denied the allegations levelled by certain media reports, which cited that some of the players in the Sri Lanka national team, who played in the T20I series against South Africa, did not fully commit themselves or deliberately underperformed on the field. Sri Lanka Cricket wishes to inform you that it was the same group of …

SL vs IND | Indian team is amazing, it's like an IPL All-Stars XI: Sri Lanka coach Mickey Arthur
3 years, 8 months ago

SL vs IND | Indian team is amazing, it's like an IPL All-Stars XI: Sri Lanka coach Mickey Arthur

India TV News  

Ex-Sri Lanka skipper Arjuna Ranatunga may have disregarded India's "second-string" side in Sri Lanka, but head coach Mickey Arthur feels the Shikhar Dhawan-led contingent is like an "IPL All-Stars XI". Ahead of Sri Lanka's six-match white-ball series against India from July 18, Arthur heaped praise on the touring party and described it as an "incredible" bunch of players. While the …

‘They’ve had bad records in their career’: De Silva wants ‘suitable punishment’ for Mendis, Dickwella & Gunathilaka
3 years, 8 months ago

‘They’ve had bad records in their career’: De Silva wants ‘suitable punishment’ for Mendis, Dickwella & Gunathilaka

Hindustan Times  

Former Sri Lanka cricketer Aravinda de Silva has lashed out at Kusal Mendis, Niroshan Dickwella and Danushka Gunathilaka, suggesting a strict disciplinary against them for violating the bio-secure protocol in England. Aravinda de Silva All the three Lankan players were found guilty of breaching the Covid protocols during Sri Lanka’s recently-concluded tour of England. Speaking on a television talk show, …

SL vs IND | All Sri Lanka first team players test negative in latest RT-PCR, likely to enter bubble on Monday
3 years, 8 months ago

SL vs IND | All Sri Lanka first team players test negative in latest RT-PCR, likely to enter bubble on Monday

India TV News  

The entire Sri Lankan first team, including senior players Kusal Perera, Dushmantha Chameera and Dhananjaya de Silva, have all returned negative in their latest RT-PCR tests ahead of the limited overs series against India. After batting coach Grant Flower and data analyst G T Niroshan, along with another player in a separate bio-bubble, tested positive for COVID-19, the series that …

Five-member panel to probe Sri Lanka cricketers' breach
3 years, 8 months ago

Five-member panel to probe Sri Lanka cricketers' breach

India TV News  

Ahead of the limited-overs series against India, Sri Lanka Cricket on Wednesday instituted a five-member panel to probe the bio-bubble breach by Kusal Mendis, Dhanushka Gunathilake and Niroshan Dickwella during the national team's tour of England. "Sri Lanka Cricket wishes to announce the appointment of a 5-member panel to inquire into the alleged misconduct of three players, namely Kusal Mendis, …

Will adopt zero tolerance against corruption in Lanka Premier League, says Sri Lanka Cricket
4 years, 4 months ago

Will adopt zero tolerance against corruption in Lanka Premier League, says Sri Lanka Cricket

India TV News  

The Lanka Premier League 2020 will have all the necessary measures in place to protect the integrity of the tournament and will adopt a zero-tolerance policy against any wrongdoing, the country's cricket board said on Saturday. Sri Lanka Cricket's Anti-Corruption Unit in collaboration with the ICC is administering the initiatives at the LPL, and relevant officials will be present at …

LPL 2020: Sri Lanka Cricket tightens anti-corruption measures for league's inaugural edition
4 years, 4 months ago

LPL 2020: Sri Lanka Cricket tightens anti-corruption measures for league's inaugural edition

Firstpost  

Sri Lanka Cricket’s Anti-Corruption Unit in collaboration with the ICC is administering the initiatives at the LPL Colombo: The Lanka Premier League 2020 will have all the necessary measures in place to protect the integrity of the tournament and will adopt a zero-tolerance policy against any wrongdoing, the country’s cricket board said on Saturday. Sri Lanka Cricket’s Anti-Corruption Unit in …

No evidence found, Sri Lanka police calls off 2011 World Cup final fixing probe
4 years, 8 months ago

No evidence found, Sri Lanka police calls off 2011 World Cup final fixing probe

The Hindu  

The Sri Lankan Police on Friday ended its investigation into allegations that the country’s 2011 World Cup final loss to India was fixed, saying it found no evidence after recording statements of stalwarts like Kumar Sangakkara and Mahela Jayawardene. Former sports minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage had alleged that the final, which India won, was fixed by “certain parties” leading to an …

None of current national players under ICC probe: Sri Lanka Cricket
4 years, 9 months ago

None of current national players under ICC probe: Sri Lanka Cricket

India TV News  

Sri Lanka Cricket has said that none of the current national players are under investigation being carried out by the Anti-Corruption Unit of the International Cricket Council. The reports said Alahapperuma had said that three Sri Lanka cricketers were being probed by the ICC for match-fixing. "Sri Lanka Cricket wishes to announce that none of the current national players are …

Sri Lanka Cricket says three former players in ICC graft probe
4 years, 9 months ago

Sri Lanka Cricket says three former players in ICC graft probe

The Hindu  

The International Cricket Council is investigating three former Sri Lankan players over alleged corruption, officials said Wednesday, in the latest scandal to hit the sport in the country. “What the honourable minister actually mentioned was about an investigation launched by the ICC Anti-Corruption Unit against three former Sri Lanka players and not the current national players,” the board said in …

Sri Lankans with betting interests to be barred from SLC
5 years, 7 months ago

Sri Lankans with betting interests to be barred from SLC

The Hindu  

Sri Lankans involved in gambling firms will be barred from Sri Lanka Cricket, the nation’s cricket governing body, as officials bid to eradicate match-fixing scandals that have dogged the sport, the government said on Thursday. Sports Minister Harin Fernando said he was introducing regulations to bring the country in line with International Cricket Council provisions that ban individuals with connections …

Ramping up investigations to criminalising match fixing, here's how Sri Lanka plans to fight corruption in sports
5 years, 11 months ago

Ramping up investigations to criminalising match fixing, here's how Sri Lanka plans to fight corruption in sports

Firstpost  

Sri Lanka’s Sports Ministry, within the next few weeks, is expected to table the proposal to the Cabinet and then it will be presented to the Parliament. Ever since Sri Lanka’s shock defeat to Zimbabwe at home in July 2017, the Anti Corruption Unit of the International Cricket Council has intensified investigations in the country and have unearthed some startling …

Sri Lanka cricket rated most corrupt by ICC: Sports Minister
6 years, 3 months ago

Sri Lanka cricket rated most corrupt by ICC: Sports Minister

Hindustan Times  

Sri Lanka has been rated as the most corrupt cricket nation by the world governing body, the country’s sports minister said on Monday. The International Cricket Council feels “Sri Lanka’s cricket administration is corrupt from top to bottom”, Harin Fernando said, adding that he had been shown a confidential report on the matter at a Dubai meeting. “Unfortunately Sri Lanka …

Sri Lanka rated most corrupt cricket nation in the world by ICC, says country's sports minister Harin Fernando
6 years, 3 months ago

Sri Lanka rated most corrupt cricket nation in the world by ICC, says country's sports minister Harin Fernando

Firstpost  

The International Cricket Council feels “Sri Lanka’s cricket administration is corrupt from top to bottom”, Harin Fernando said, adding that he had been shown a confidential report on the matter at a Dubai meeting. Colombo: Sri Lanka has been rated as the most corrupt cricket nation by the world governing body, the country’s sports minister said Monday. “Unfortunately Sri Lanka …

Sri Lanka cricket rated most corrupt by ICC: minister
6 years, 3 months ago

Sri Lanka cricket rated most corrupt by ICC: minister

The Hindu  

Sri Lanka has been rated as the most corrupt cricket nation by the world governing body, the country's sports minister said Monday. The International Cricket Council feels “Sri Lanka's cricket administration is corrupt from top to bottom”, Harin Fernando said, adding that he had been shown a confidential report on the matter at a Dubai meeting. READ| ICC suspends Sri …

ICC suspends Sri Lanka bowling coach Nuwan Zoysa after accusations of match-fixing
6 years, 5 months ago

ICC suspends Sri Lanka bowling coach Nuwan Zoysa after accusations of match-fixing

Firstpost  

The ICC suspended Sri Lanka’s bowling coach Nuwan Zoysa after accusing him of match-fixing and other “corrupt conduct” in the sport Colombo: The International Cricket Council on Wednesday suspended Sri Lanka’s bowling coach Nuwan Zoysa after accusing him of match-fixing and other “corrupt conduct” in the sport. Jayasuriya, 49, was reportedly asked to cooperate with an inquiry from ACU chief …

ICC investigating ‘serious allegations of corruption’ in Sri Lankan cricket
6 years, 5 months ago

ICC investigating ‘serious allegations of corruption’ in Sri Lankan cricket

Hindustan Times  

The International Cricket Council has confirmed that they are investigating the “serious allegations of corruption” in Sri Lankan cricket. Speaking about the same, general manager of ICC’s anti-corruption unit Alex Marshall said that the investigation in the matter is ongoing, adding that they are receiving the full support of the authorities which are currently placed in Sri Lanka Cricket. “We …

ICC warns Sri Lanka, England players to remain alert of 'corrupters' amidst fears of match-fixing
6 years, 5 months ago

ICC warns Sri Lanka, England players to remain alert of 'corrupters' amidst fears of match-fixing

Firstpost  

The International Cricket Council’s anti-corruption chief Alex Marshall said Sri Lanka was the subject of corruption inquiries but the England tour itself was not under question. Colombo: Cricket’s world governing body said Wednesday players would be briefed about the risk of approaches from “corrupters” during England’s upcoming tour of Sri Lanka amid fears of match-fixing. “I can confirm that we …

Sri Lanka captain Dinesh Chandimal, coach Chandika Hathurusingha handed four ODI, two Test ban for ball-tampering
6 years, 8 months ago

Sri Lanka captain Dinesh Chandimal, coach Chandika Hathurusingha handed four ODI, two Test ban for ball-tampering

Firstpost  

The sanction relates to an incident where the 28-year-old Chandimal was found guilty of changing the condition of the ball during the second day’s play of the second Test against West Indies at Gros Islet last month. Dubai: Sri Lanka captain Dinesh Chandimal, coach Chandika Hathurusingha and manager Asanka Gurusinha were on Monday suspended for the first four ODIs and …

Sri Lanka seek ICC leniency for Dinesh Chandimal in ball-tampering fiasco
6 years, 9 months ago

Sri Lanka seek ICC leniency for Dinesh Chandimal in ball-tampering fiasco

Hindustan Times  

Sri Lanka Cricket hopes the ICC doesn’t punish captain Dinesh Chandimal and coach Chandika Hathurusingha for breaching the Spirit of Cricket harshly so that the duo can be part of the island nation’s upcoming two-Test series against South Africa in July. Dinesh Chandimal of Sri Lanka looks at the ball in umpire Aleem Dar's hand while Shai Hope and Devon …

Former Sri Lanka skipper Arjuna Ranatunga blames country's cricket board for mishandling ball-tampering scandal
6 years, 9 months ago

Former Sri Lanka skipper Arjuna Ranatunga blames country's cricket board for mishandling ball-tampering scandal

Firstpost  

Ranatunga said the island’s cricket officials were to blame for the misconduct that saw Sri Lanka’s skipper, coach and manager penalised during the second Test against the West Indies. Colombo: World Cup-winning skipper Arjuna Ranatunga on Tuesday accused Sri Lanka Cricket of mishandling a ball-tampering scandal that saw national captain Dinesh Chandimal fined and banned for a match. Ranatunga, who …

Sri Lanka's Ranatunga blames board for tampering fiasco
6 years, 9 months ago

Sri Lanka's Ranatunga blames board for tampering fiasco

The Hindu  

World Cup-winning skipper Arjuna Ranatunga on Tuesday accused Sri Lanka Cricket of mishandling a ball tampering scandal that saw national captain Dinesh Chandimal fined and banned for a match. Ranatunga, who has aspirations of heading the board, said the island's cricket officials were to blame for the misconduct that saw Sri Lanka's skipper, coach and manager penalised during the second …

Sri Lanka captain, coach and manager charged by ICC after latest ball-tampering fiasco
6 years, 9 months ago

Sri Lanka captain, coach and manager charged by ICC after latest ball-tampering fiasco

India TV News  

Sri Lanka captain, coach and manager charged by ICC after latest ball-tampering fiasco The three have been charged for their involvement in the Sri Lanka cricket team's refusal to take to the field in St Lucia at the start of Saturday's play. ICC Chief Executive David Richardson on Tuesday charged Sri Lanka captain Dinesh Chandimal, coach Chandika Hathurusinghe and manager …

West Indies vs Sri Lanka: Sri Lanka captain Chandimal pleads not guilty to ball-tampering, ICC hearing after Test
6 years, 9 months ago

West Indies vs Sri Lanka: Sri Lanka captain Chandimal pleads not guilty to ball-tampering, ICC hearing after Test

The Hindu  

Sri Lanka captain Dinesh Chandimal has pleaded not guilty to breaching Article 2.2.9 of the International Cricket Council’s code of conduct and a hearing will be held following the conclusion of the ongoing second Test against the West Indies. On-field umpires Aleem Dar and Ian Gould, and third umpire Richard Kettleborough had charged Chandimal after the third day’s play on …

Sri Lanka play on ‘under protest’ after ‘ball tampering’ row vs West Indies
6 years, 9 months ago

Sri Lanka play on ‘under protest’ after ‘ball tampering’ row vs West Indies

Hindustan Times  

Sri Lanka agreed to keep playing the second Test against West Indies on Saturday “under protest” after getting caught up in a potential ball-tampering controversy. Sri Lanka refused to take the field on day two and the game resumed after a two-hour delay after allegations of ball-tampering were levelled on Dinesh Chandimal’s side. Play only resumed after a two-hour delay …

Spot-fixing sting: Sri Lanka Cricket finds pitch-tampering allegations at Galle as 'difficult to believe'
6 years, 10 months ago

Spot-fixing sting: Sri Lanka Cricket finds pitch-tampering allegations at Galle as 'difficult to believe'

Firstpost  

TV news channel Al Jazeera broadcast a documentary on Sunday showing a groundsman and a player allegedly discussing altering the pitch at Galle during Australia’s 229-run loss in the second Test against Sri Lanka in 2016. Colombo: Sri Lanka’s cricket board on Monday described allegations of pitch-tampering at Galle International Stadium as ‘difficult to believe’ but agreed to cooperate fully …

Sri Lanka Cricket suspends two caught in pitch-fixing sting
6 years, 10 months ago

Sri Lanka Cricket suspends two caught in pitch-fixing sting

The Hindu  

Sri Lanka Cricket on Sunday suspended a player and a groundsman who allegedly agreed to tamper with the pitch to alter the result of an upcoming Test against England, as police launched an investigation into the claims. The Sri Lankan board said that it had suspended the curator of the Galle International Stadium as well as a professional player, who …

Sri Lanka Cricket promises to render 'full cooperation' to ICC in Galle pitch-fixing investigation
6 years, 10 months ago

Sri Lanka Cricket promises to render 'full cooperation' to ICC in Galle pitch-fixing investigation

Firstpost  

“Sri Lanka Cricket wishes to state that it has zero tolerance towards corruption and will take immediate action against any person involved in the alleged incident, if found guilty,” the SLC said in a statement. Colombo: In wake of allegations of pitch-fixing involving the curator of the Galle pitch, Sri Lanka Cricket on Saturday said it will give its ‘fullest …

Sri Lanka to work with ICC over 'pitch doctoring' claim
6 years, 10 months ago

Sri Lanka to work with ICC over 'pitch doctoring' claim

The Hindu  

Sri Lanka Cricket says it will "extend its fullest cooperation" to the ICC after alleged plans relating to doctoring pitches for Test matches in the country were uncovered. "Sri Lanka Cricket will extend its fullest cooperation to the International Cricket Council to investigate the latest allegations levelled via media reports, over 'match fixing'," the statement read. "Mr Ashley De Silva, …

ICC investigating Galle pitch-fixing charges; urges documentary makers to share 'all evidence and supporting material'
6 years, 10 months ago

ICC investigating Galle pitch-fixing charges; urges documentary makers to share 'all evidence and supporting material'

Firstpost  

An advance report on the documentary, which will be broadcast on Sunday, said two Sri Lankans and a former Indian player were caught discussing how to rig England’s opening Test against Sri Lanka in November. Colombo: The International Cricket Council said on Saturday it was investigating allegations that a Sri Lankan groundsman had agreed to tamper with the pitch to …

ICC investigating corruption scandal in Sri Lanka
6 years, 10 months ago

ICC investigating corruption scandal in Sri Lanka

The Hindu  

The International Cricket Council has launched an investigation into corruption allegations in the sport made in a documentary to be aired by news organisation Al Jazeera on Sunday. “The ICC is aware of an investigation into corruption in cricket by a news organisation and as you would expect we will take the contents of the programme and any allegations it …

ICC investigating cricket corruption scandal in Sri Lanka
6 years, 10 months ago

ICC investigating cricket corruption scandal in Sri Lanka

The Hindu  

The International Cricket Council has launched an investigation into corruption allegations in the sport made in a documentary to be aired by news organisation Al Jazeera on Sunday. “We have made repeated requests that all evidence and supporting materials relating to corruption in cricket is released immediately to enable us to undertake a full and comprehensive investigation.” The Australian newspaper …

Sri Lanka Cricket claims ICC probe didn't yield anything after allegations of match-fixing in 2011 World Cup final
7 years, 2 months ago

Sri Lanka Cricket claims ICC probe didn't yield anything after allegations of match-fixing in 2011 World Cup final

Firstpost  

Former Sri Lanka cricketers Arjuna Ranatunga and Pramodya Wickremasinghe levelled allegations of wrongdoing on SLC in context of the 2011 World Cup final. Colombo: Sri Lanka Cricket said on Tuesday the sport’s global governing body had found no evidence of wrongdoing following allegations of match-fixing and other forms of corruption. Ranatunga, who captained the islanders during their 1996 World Cup …

Sri Lanka to cooperate with corruption probe
7 years, 6 months ago

Sri Lanka to cooperate with corruption probe

The Hindu  

Sri Lanka Cricket on Sunday asked all national players and its employees to cooperate fully with an ICC investigation following allegations by former players of match-fixing and other forms of corruption. The board said unsubstantiated allegations made by former skipper Arjuna Ranatunga and ex-player and national selector Pramodya Wickramasinghe were "damaging the reputation of our players, our cricket and our …

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