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Sanga to lead Sri Lanka at IML 2024

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The International Masters League (IML) is set to feature legendary cricketers from six cricketing giants India, Sri Lanka, Australia, England, South Africa, and West Indies in an exciting T20 franchise tournament. The inaugural edition will take place from November 17, 2024, to December 8, 2024.

The legendary cricketer Kumar Sangakkara is set to lead Sri Lanka in this tournament. Sachin Tendulkar (India), Shane Watson (Australia), Eoin Morgan (England), Brian Lara (West Indies) and Jacques Kallis (South Africa) will lead the other five teams.

The D.Y. Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai is set to host the opening leg of four matches for the International Masters League. The tournament will begin with an exciting clash between India and Sri Lanka on November 17, featuring a nostalgic face-off between Sachin Tendulkar and Kumar Sangakkara. The second match will see Shane Watson’s Australia take on Jacques Kallis’ South Africa, followed by Sri Lanka facing off against Eoin Morgan’s England. Brian Lara and the West Indies team will then go up against Australia in what is expected to be a thrilling contest.

After the initial matches in Navi Mumbai, the International Masters League action will shift to Lucknow’s Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee (BRSABV) Ekana Cricket Stadium on November 21, where India will face South Africa. Lucknow will host a total of six matches Sanga to lead Sri Lanka at IML 2024before the league moves to Raipur’s Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium. Raipur will feature eight games, including the highly anticipated semi-finals and the grand final on December 8, where the first-ever champions of the International Masters League will be crowned.

Cricket icon and League Ambassador Sachin Tendulkar expressed his excitement about the International Masters League (IML), saying, “As the ambassador and face of the IML, I am looking forward to leading and representing India Masters in the league. The action on the field will no doubt be competitive and exciting. All the players are enthused at the prospect of playing the IML at multiple venues. It’s an opportunity to inspire the next generation while celebrating the sport that we all love.”

Brian Lara, captain of the West Indies team, shared his enthusiasm for the International Masters League, stating, “It’s going to be amazing to step back onto the field with such a talented group of players. The format is fast, exciting, and competitive just what the fans want.”

England captain Eoin Morgan remarked, “The IML brings the best of both worlds cricketing legends and franchise competition. It’s going to be a phenomenal experience for both players and fans.”

Jacques Kallis, South Africa’s captain, said, “The chance to play in such a competitive environment again is thrilling. The IML will showcase not only our talent but also our passion for the game.”

Australia captain Shane Watson said, “It’s incredible to see so many legends of the game coming together in one league. I’m excited to lead Australia and will hopefully deliver some top-notch cricket for the fans.”

Sri Lanka captain Kumar Sangakkara added, “Playing against the best once again in this format is special. Fans will get to see competitive cricket and relive some unforgettable moments.”

League Commissioner Sunil Gavaskar said, “Stalwarts from every country will be playing the International Masters League. For them, it is a wonderful opportunity to showcase their skills and show the world that they are still very good. These guys don’t know what it is to take it easy. It is going to be an exciting league, with close contests. I am sure it will be a worth a treat for all those who come to the ground and watch on the television.”

(thepapare.com)

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SLC announces 16-member squad for ODI series

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The Sri Lanka Cricket Selection Committee has selected a 16-member squad to play in the two-match ODI series vs Australia.

The RPICS in Colombo will host the first ODI on February 12 and the second on February 14.

Both games are day games. The match starts at 10 am.

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Yupun finishes 2nd at Tampere Indoor Meeting

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Sri Lankan sprinter Yupun Abeykoon has clocked a season-best time of 6.66 seconds to finish second in the 60-meter event at the Tampere Indoor Meeting 2025 in Finland.


Competing in the World Athletics Indoor Continental Tour Bronze Label competition, this marks his third-best performance in the 60 meters.

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Konstas leaves Sri Lanka to play Sheffield Shield

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Konstas trained with the team at their main session in Galle on Tuesday before packing his bags to fly back to Australia in the evening, Cricket Australia confirmed.

Australia selectors determined the 19-year-old would be better served lining up for NSW against Queensland on Saturday at the Gabba – a Test venue at which he has never played – than watching from the sidelines in Galle. The selectors value players getting experience at home Test venues. It was part of the reason Nathan McSweeney got the nod at the start of the Border-Gavaskar series, as Konstas has not played at either the Gabba or Adelaide Oval.

Australia will have adequate concussion substitutes in Konstas’ absence, with 15 remaining in the squad as well as development player Tanveer Sangha.

The tour was Konstas’ first with the Australian squad to the subcontinent, but he previously attended development camps in Chennai and Sri Lanka.

He may have an additional opportunity to hone his skills against spin with an Australia A tour of India in the works for later in 2025.

After his famous start to life as a Test player, the Sri Lanka tour may have shaped as underwhelming for Konstas, who missed selection and was then struck down by a stomach bug.

But Head said Konstas would have learnt from the touring experience.

“Sam’s a big part of where we’re going, there’s no doubt about it,” Head said. “Disappointed that he missed out on the first Test but great for him to be here, great for him to be experiencing conditions.”

Head expected Konstas would return to the top of the batting order when Australia travelled to England for the World Test Championship Final against South Africa in June.

“Most likely I’ll go back in the middle order and Sam will open,” Head said.

(espncricinfo.com)

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