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Australia beats Pakistan by 113 runs to stay unbeaten at the Women's T20 World Cup

Australia remains unbeaten in the Women's T20 World Cup after a dominant 113-run victory over Pakistan. Despite their perfect record, a semi-final spot is not yet guaranteed. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka's Chamari Athapaththu smashed a century to keep their hopes alive, and New Zealand also secured a crucial win. The tournament…

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'Children were followed, their photos taken': Wife of Sri Lanka's detained ex-spy chief accuses CID of harassing her family

The wife of a former Sri Lankan intelligence chief has accused the Criminal Investigation Department of harassing her family. Her husband, Suresh Sallay, arrested for allegedly directing the 2019 Easter bombings, is reportedly in hospital. She claims their children were followed and photographed by a CID officer after visiting their…

The Times of India

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi breaks record with fastest List A fifty, misses hundred by just a stroke

Young Indian cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has shattered a 21-year-old record, smashing a blistering 11-ball fifty in the List A tri-series final against Sri Lanka A. The 15-year-old prodigy, poised for his India debut, narrowly missed a century with a stunning 94 off just 29 balls. His explosive innings, featuring ten…

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Pressure situations have taught me a lot as captain: Tilak Varma

India 'A' captain Tilak Varma highlighted the valuable lessons learned in handling pressure during the tri-nation tournament, anticipating a tough final against Sri Lanka 'A'. He emphasized sticking to basics and maintaining a positive mindset for the summit clash. Varma acknowledged the challenging Dambulla wickets and the strong performances from…

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Two years after fatal bridge collapse in Baltimore, Indian-origin chief engineer admits he made this mistake

On March 26, 2024, container ship MV Dali left the Port of Baltimore as it was heading for Sri Lanka. Shortly after leaving the port, the ship lost power and struck one of the pillars of the Francis Scott Key Bridge. A large section of the bridge collapsed into the…

The Times of India

ICC chief Jay Shah to meet Sri Lanka President Dissanayake over SLC interim committee issue

ICC Chairman Jay Shah will visit Colombo to meet President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, with Sri Lanka Cricket's interim committee appointment high on the agenda. The ICC views the committee as contrary to its rules and has reportedly urged democratic elections for SLC's governance. This follows a previous ICC suspension due…

The Economic Times

The Sisters of Serendib by Ayesha Inoon review – Sri Lankan asylum seekers seek a safer life in Australia

Inoon’s second novel follows three sisters settling in a new land, in a book that glosses over darker moments and trauma in favour of hope

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Has Sri Lanka recovered from its economic collapse? Three years after the crisis

Sri Lanka, once a symbol of economic collapse, has achieved remarkable stabilisation. Fuel shortages and soaring inflation have receded, with economic growth returning and tourism booming. While international lenders praise the IMF-backed reforms, significant challenges like high public debt and low investment persist, indicating recovery is still incomplete and transformation…

The Times of India

Hosts stay perfect at Women's Twenty20 World Cup

England have backed up their easy opening victory over Sri Lanka at the Women's Twenty20 World Cup with a four-wicket win against Ireland.

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CRIK:Kiwis' World Cup defence in tatters after shock loss

Sri Lanka have dealt a huge blow to New Zealand's title defence at the Women's Twenty20 World Cup after a comeback victory in Southampton.

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Kiwis' World Cup defence in tatters after shock loss

Sri Lanka have dealt a huge blow to New Zealand's title defence at the Women's Twenty20 World Cup after a comeback victory in Southampton.

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India, Sri Lanka collaborate to strengthen trade interactions through local currency settlement initiatives

India and Sri Lanka are exploring ways to settle trade using their own currencies. This move aims to cut transaction costs and shield businesses from fluctuating US dollar values. The initiative will help Sri Lanka conserve its dollar reserves. Indian banks can now offer loans in rupees to Sri Lankan…

The Economic Times

Sri Lanka sees ‘alarming’ rise in cybercrime as scam networks relocate from south-east Asia

Experts say criminal networks favour Sri Lanka due to ease of getting tourist visas and limited regulation on sim cards and internet connections

The Guardian - UK

CRIK:Windies beat Sri Lanka by 5 wickets to seal T20 series

Sherfane Rutherford has reached a half-century in the final over of a dramatic run chase, leading West Indies to a T20 series-clinching win over Sri Lanka.

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Windies beat Sri Lanka by 5 wickets to seal T20 series

Sherfane Rutherford has reached a half-century in the final over of a dramatic run chase, leading West Indies to a T20 series-clinching win over Sri Lanka.

The Economic Times

SL A vs IND A: Playing 11, live streaming, prediction, pitch report, weather update

Sri Lanka A vs India A predicted playing 11: India A faces Sri Lanka A in their second Tri-Nation A Series encounter on June 15. After a narrow loss to Afghanistan A, India A, led by Ruturaj Gaikwad's previous century, aims to leverage their strong batting lineup. The match at…

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CRIK:Sri Lanka bats blaze to level West Indies T20 series

The touring Sri Lankans have claimed a 37-run win over West Indies to level their three-match Twenty20 series at a game apiece.

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Sri Lanka bats blaze to level West Indies T20 series

The touring Sri Lankans have claimed a 37-run win over West Indies to level their three-match Twenty20 series at a game apiece.

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NZ have to put farce in the field behind them quickly at World Cup

The White Ferns' opening match loss to the West Indies means they'll need to win all their coming pool matches or hope for upsets elsewhere

The Independent UK

Danni Wyatt-Hodge inspires perfect start at T20 World Cup to underline England evolution

The hosts had too much for Sri Lanka in a heavy victory at Edgbaston, with clear signs of change under the guidance of Charlotte Edwards

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CRIK:England give Sri Lanka the mother of all T20 beatings

New mum Danni Wyatt-Hodge has blasted an unbeaten century to guide England to a crushing win over Sri Lanka at the Women's T20 World Cup.

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England give Sri Lanka the mother of all T20 beatings

New mum Danni Wyatt-Hodge has blasted an unbeaten century to guide England to a crushing win over Sri Lanka at the Women's T20 World Cup.

The Guardian - UK

Wyatt-Hodge fires England to Women’s T20 World Cup record score to sink Sri Lanka

Danni Wyatt-Hodge scored 105 not out during England’s 87-run victory against Sri Lanka in the opening game of the Women’s T20 World Cup

The Guardian - UK

England rout Sri Lanka in Women’s T20 Cricket World Cup opener – as it happened

England start tournament with crushing 87 run win over Sri Lanka at Edgbaston

The Economic Times

West Indies beat Sri Lanka by seven wickets in opening T20 cricket match at Kingston, Jamaica

West Indies secured a seven-wicket victory against Sri Lanka in the first Twenty20 match. Rovman Powell hit the winning six in the final over. Shai Hope remained unbeaten with 65 runs. Earlier, Kamindu Mendis scored 51 for Sri Lanka. Jason Holder and Shamar Joseph took three wickets each for the…

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