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  Sri Lanka declines US request to land warplanes amid West Asia tensions, reaffirms strict neutrality

  World | March 20, 2026 14:05 IST

  Sri Lanka has refused permission for two US warplanes to land at Mattala Airport, with President Dissanayake emphasising that the island nation will not compromise its neutrality despite growing geopolitical pressure.

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  Fuel crunch amid war: How Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh are tackling fuel crisis | Explained

  Explainers | March 18, 2026 13:42 IST

  The widening Middle East conflict has triggered a sharp fuel crisis across South Asia, pushing nations like Sri Lanka, Nepal and Bangladesh to adopt emergency measures. From reduced work weeks to strict rationing and austerity measures, each country is battling rising costs and supply disruptions.

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  Sri Lanka introduces four-day work week amid fuel shortages; declares every Wednesday public holiday

  World | March 17, 2026 19:37 IST

  Officials said that discussions with India and Russia are ongoing to secure a steady fuel supply. The move comes in the wake of escalating tensions in the Gulf, where the US and Israel launched a major attack on Iran on February 28.

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  Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka white-ball series set to be postponed due to West Asia war

  Cricket | March 09, 2026 22:47 IST

  The white-ball series between Afghanistan and Sri Lanka scheduled in the UAE from March 13–25 is set to be postponed indefinitely due to the ongoing West Asia conflict, with logistical issues making relocation of the six-match tour unlikely.

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  Sri Lanka appoint India's World Cup-winning coach as new head coach after Jayasuriya steps down

  Cricket | March 09, 2026 20:00 IST

  Sri Lanka have appointed Gary Kirsten as the new head coach after Sanath Jayasuriya stepped down following their exit from the Super Eights of the T20 World Cup 2026. Meanwhile, India's 2011 ODI World Cup-winning coach recently served Namibia as their consultant.

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  US-Israel-Iran war: Second Iranian warship heads towards Sri Lanka a day after US submarine attack

  World | March 05, 2026 16:15 IST

  Sri Lanka on Wednesday said it had recovered over 80 bodies of Iranian sailors killed after a US submarine attack sank the Iranian frigate - IRIS Dena - off Galle, the island's southern coastal town.

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  Shanaka calls out negativity in SL cricket, asks government to step in to protect mental health

  Cricket | February 26, 2026 7:35 IST

  New Zealand knocked out Sri Lanka from the semi-final race in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026. After the game, captain Dasun Shanaka called out the negativity in Sri Lankan cricket, stating it could damage the mental health of the players. He also noted that fitness has to be non-negotiable.

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  Never before in history! Asian pride at stake in T20 World Cup 2026 as IND, PAK and SL are in hole

  Cricket | February 25, 2026 13:55 IST

  India and Sri Lanka suffered defeats in their opening Super Eight fixture in the T20 World Cup 2026, while Pakistan lost their second game after their opener was washed out. England have become the first team to qualify for the semifinals. Meanwhile, Asian pride is at stake in the tournament.

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  SL vs ENG T20 World Cup 2026 Super Eight LIVE Cricket Score: England beat Sri Lanka by 51 runs

  Cricket | February 22, 2026 18:19 IST

  SL vs ENG T20 World Cup 2026 Super Eight LIVE Cricket Score: Sri Lanka and England face off in a crucial Super Eight clash of the T20 World Cup, both aiming to gain vital momentum. With spin-friendly conditions expected, the match could be decided by which side’s slower bowlers dominate.

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  SL vs AUS: Memes galore as Australia brink on group stage elimination in T20 World Cup

  Cricket | February 16, 2026 23:22 IST

  Sri Lanka handed a crushing eight-wicket defeat to Australia in the T20 World Cup 2026 clash in Kandy. Barring Travis Head and Mitchell Marsh's heroics, not much has worked in Australia's favour as the Lankan Lions chased 182 runs with absolute ease, courtesy of Pathum Nissanka's century.

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  When was the last time Australia were knocked out of group stage of T20 and ODI World Cups?

  Cricket | February 17, 2026 6:44 IST

  Australia are on the brink of a T20 World Cup 2026 group-stage exit after an eight-wicket loss to Sri Lanka. Pathum Nissanka’s unbeaten 100 sealed a record chase, reviving memories of Australia’s 2009 early elimination. They play their final game against Oman.

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  Nissanka ton help Sri Lanka chase record total to qualify for Super 8, Aussies on brink of exit

  Cricket | February 16, 2026 23:18 IST

  Sri Lanka hunted down 182, with Pathum Nissanka slamming a stellar hundred as the Lankan Lions beat Australia in their T20 World Cup 2026 clash. The Aussies are now on the brink of an early exit from the tournament.

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  Matheesha Pathirana walks off with injury, Sri Lanka suffer major blow in third over vs Australia

  Cricket | February 16, 2026 19:53 IST

  Sri Lanka pacer Matheesha Pathirana pulled up his hamstring in his first over of the clash against Australia in the T20 World Cup 2026. He was immediately addressed by the physios before they carried the 23-year-old out of the ground.

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  Ireland lose eight wickets for 38 runs, Kamindu Mendis' blitzkreig proved vital for Sri Lanka

  Cricket | February 08, 2026 23:33 IST

  Ireland suffered a dramatic collapse while chasing 164 against Sri Lanka, losing eight wickets for 38 runs to go down by 20. Hasaranga and Theekshana starred with three wickets each, while Kamindu Mendis’ 44 off 19 earned him Player of the Match.

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  SL vs IRE T20 World Cup 2026 Live Cricket Score: Sri Lanka defeat Ireland by 20 runs

  Cricket | February 08, 2026 23:48 IST

  Sri Lanka host Ireland in their opening game of the T20 World Cup 2026 in Colombo. The Paul Stirling-led side won the toss and elected to field first. The hosts, in the meantime, have announced a strong playing XI and will be confident of their chances in the match.

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  Sri Lanka announce T20 World Cup 2026 squad, Kamindu Mendis replaces Dhananjaya de Silva

  Cricket | February 02, 2026 23:35 IST

  Dasun Shanaka will be leading Sri Lanka as they have named their squad for the T20 World Cup 2026. Kamindu Mendis has replaced Dhanajaya de Silva as the Lankan Lions look to boost their batting department.

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  Matheesha Pathirana changes release point ahead of T20 World Cup 2026

  Cricket | January 31, 2026 16:43 IST

  Matheesha Pathirana revealed that after his shoulder injury, his release point has changed, which was on display in the first T20I against England. He proved effective with the ball, even though Sri Lanka suffered a defeat.

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  Why is Kamindu Mendis dropped from T20 World Cup 2026? Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka answers

  Cricket | January 29, 2026 20:59 IST

  Sri Lanka’s T20I squad for the England series raised eyebrows with Kusal Perera returning and Kamindu Mendis omitted. Matheesha Pathirana and Nuwan Thushara were also left out, while Pramod Madushan and Dunith Wellalage earned recalls ahead of the T20 World Cup.

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  Jos Buttler becomes second England cricketer to achieve legendary feet, set to surpass Anderson

  Cricket | January 27, 2026 18:43 IST

  England’s Jos Buttler reached 400 international matches, becoming the second player after James Anderson and set to surpass him. In the third ODI vs Sri Lanka, Brook (136*) and Root (111*) scored centuries as England posted 357 in the first innings.

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  Charith Asalanka hits back at Harry Brook over 'worst pitch' controversy in 2nd ODI

  Cricket | January 26, 2026 20:23 IST

  Sri Lanka captain Charith Asalanka defended the R Premadasa pitch after England labelled it the "worst" for the second ODI, citing 440 runs scored. He acknowledged it fell short of expectations but noted past low scores didn’t attract similar criticism.