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Historic win for Sri Lankan womens team

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2 years ago

July 3, 2023

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Skipper Chamari Athapaththu scored a brilliant century to guide Sri Lanka to a 8-wicket win over New Zealand Women in the rain-affected third and final One-Day International of the series at the Galle International Stadium.

By virtue of winning today’s tussle, the Lankans sealed the series against New Zealand 2-1.

This is the first time the Sri Lanka Women have beaten New Zealand in an ODI series.

Earlier, New Zealand captain Sophie Devine opted to bat first after winning the toss.

However, their innings was limited to 31 overs due to heavy rains.

At the stoppage, New Zealand was on 127/2 with Suzie Bates unbeaten on 63 while skipper Devine not out on 38.

Sri Lanka was then given a revised target of 196 in 29 overs.

Athapaththu spearheaded the tricky chase scoring 140 runs in just 80 delivers.

Her unbeaten innings also consisted of 13 fours and nine sixes.

In the process, Chamari Athapaththu also scored her 8th ODI ton. She was ably supported by Nilakshi de Silva who scored 48 not out in 68 balls.

Athapaththu and de Silva put on an unbeaten 190 runs partnership for the third wicket to seal an historic win for Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka also won the opening ODI series at the same venue by 9 wickets while New Zealand claimed a 116-run victory in the second game.

Sports

Sri Lanka Cricket Awards 2024 held

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1 hour ago

June 10, 2025

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The much-anticipated Home Lands Sri Lanka Cricket Awards 2024 took center stage yesterday (June 09) in Colombo, bringing together a distinguished gathering of the cricketing fraternity to celebrate excellence across both international and domestic cricket.

The event was graced by Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports – Sunil Kumara Gamage as the Chief Guest.

The full list of winners are as follows :

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SL athletes shine at Taiwan Open

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2 days ago

June 8, 2025

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Sri Lankan athletes delivered strong performances at the 2025 Taiwan Open Athletics Championship, with Nadeesha Lekamge securing a silver medal in the women’s javelin throw and Chamod Yodhasinghe earning bronze in the men’s 100m sprint.

Lekamge’s Season-Best Throw Secures Silver

Nadeesha Lekamge recorded a season’s best throw of 56.62 meters, finishing just behind India’s Annu Rani (56.82m), who took gold.

Lekamge’s performance highlights her consistent form ahead of upcoming international competitions.

Yodhasinghe’s Speed Earns Bronze in 100m

Chamod Yodhasinghe clocked 10.38 seconds in the men’s 100m finals, securing third place behind Australia’s Jiseph Ayoade (10.34s) and Japan’s Bruno Dede (10.36s).

The Sri Lankan sprinter had earlier impressed in the heats with a 10.29-second run, showcasing his potential on the international stage.

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Equipment given to non cricket playing schools in WP

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4 days ago

June 6, 2025

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The Ministry of Youth and Sports today distributed cricket equipment to 30 selected schools in the Western Province that currently do not offer cricket.

The programme is done with the goal of ensuring that every child interested in cricket has the opportunity to pursue the sport, despite their economic status. It is also expected to be expanded to all districts in the future.

The distribution was held under the patronage of Deputy Minister of Sports Sugath Thilakaratne at the Ministry premises.

Officials from the Ministry, principals, teachers, and students from the selected schools participated in the event.