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Uncle Percy passes away at age 87

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1 year ago

October 30, 2023

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Percy Abeysekara, also known as ‘Percy Uncle’, passed away at the age of 87.

Born on July 30, 1936. He is more well-known for his steadfast support and encouragement of the Sri Lankan cricket team than for his actual cricketing prowess. For more than 50 years, he has been at cricket grounds supporting his favourite players and his country, Sri Lanka.

Percy started his cheerleading journey with the Sri Lankan flag in 1979. He has watched every Sri Lankan match since the 1979 World Cup. Even though he wasn’t a player, his passionate support has had a huge impact on the game, and he continues to be admired by cricket fans worldwide.

(sundaytimes.lk)

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Kaveesha qualifies for semi-finals in Nanjing

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3 days ago

March 22, 2025

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Sri Lankan athlete Nadun Kaveesha has qualified for the semi-finals of the men’s 60-meter hurdles at the World Indoor Athletics Championships in Nanjing.

Competing in Heat 4 today (22), Kaveesha finished fifth with a time of 7.87 seconds, securing his place among the top 24 athletes advancing to the next round.

The semi-finals are scheduled to begin at 5:20 PM Sri Lanka time today.

Kaveesha’s performance marks a significant achievement for Sri Lanka in international athletics, as he continues to represent the country on the global stage.

Fans are eagerly awaiting his next race, hoping for a strong showing in the semi-finals.

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Chamara Silva to be U19 cricket team’s head coach until next WC

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3 days ago

March 22, 2025

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Former Sri Lankan cricketer Chamara Silva has been appointed as the head coach of Sri Lanka Under-19 cricket team until the next ICC U19 World Cup.

Silva, who previously served as a coach for the Police Sports Club, brings extensive experience to the role, having also held the position of Chief Police Inspector.

Silva will be supported by batting coach Saman Jayantha and spin bowling coach Dilruwan Perera as the team prepares for upcoming tournaments.

His appointment aims to strengthen the development of young talent and enhance Sri Lanka’s performance in international youth cricket.

The Sri Lanka Cricket Board expressed confidence in Silva’s ability to guide the U19 team to success, leveraging his experience as both a player and a coach.

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First woman elected as IOC president

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4 days ago

March 21, 2025

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Kristy Coventry, Zimbabwe’s current sports minister and a former Olympic swimming champion, has been elected as the new President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC).

At 41, Coventry became the first woman to hold the position in the IOC’s 130-year history (since 1894).

She is also the 10th IOC President, the first African to assume the role, and the youngest ever to be elected.

The election for the new term was held yesterday (March 20) in Greece, where she secured a majority vote in the first round.

Coventry will officially take office in June and is set to serve a minimum term of eight years, according to international media reports.