Sri Lanka
Afghanistan win three-run thriller, but Sri Lanka take T20 series
Afghanistan salvaged some pride on Wednesday when they secured a nail-biting three-run win over hosts Sri Lanka in the third T20 international, the last game of their multi-format tour.
21 February 2024, 18:24 PM
SL beat Afghanistan in second ODI to seal series
Sri Lanka sealed a commanding 155-run victory over Afghanistan in the second one-day international on Sunday in Kandy, securing an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series.
11 February 2024, 19:03 PM
Sri Lanka celebrate 10-wicket win against Afghanistan
Sri Lanka wrapped up a comfortable 10-wicket win in the one-off Test match against Afghanistan in Colombo on Monday.
5 February 2024, 09:42 AM
Afghanistan bowl out hosts Sri Lanka for 439
Sri Lanka collapsed from 427 for six to 439 all out on the third day of their one-off Test against Afghanistan on Sunday, with one of their batsmen forced off the field after being hit on the helmet.
4 February 2024, 06:49 AM
Sri Lanka power ahead after Mathews, Chandimal fifties
The hosts were leading by 89 runs in Colombo after elegant stroke play by the two experienced batsmen
3 February 2024, 07:09 AM
No matches in Mirpur in Sri Lanka series
Dhaka will not host any of the matches in this three-format series
2 February 2024, 15:39 PM
Sri Lanka openers take command in Afghanistan Test
Afghanistan were 109-2 after mainstay Rahmat Shah steadied them after a shaky start but Sri Lanka's bowlers began to make inroads after lunch.
2 February 2024, 04:48 AM
Sri Lanka keen on aggression in Afghanistan Test
Sri Lanka needs more on-field aggression to reestablish its Test prowess, new captain Dhananjaya de Silva said Thursday ahead of their one-off red-ball match against Afghanistan.
1 February 2024, 11:51 AM
Sri Lanka win toss, bat in Zimbabwe ODI series opener
Sri Lanka won the toss and elected to bat Saturday in the first of three ODI matches against Zimbabwe.
6 January 2024, 09:10 AM
Sri Lanka name different captains for Test, ODI and T20 sides
Sri Lanka cricket selectors Wednesday named different captains for the Test, one-day international and Twenty20 sides ahead of tours by Zimbabwe and Afghanistan.
3 January 2024, 12:37 PM
All aboard the adventure! Asia's scenic railway routes for every traveller
Asia has several famous railway routes winding through mountains and valleys and across rivers, lakes, and deserts. Whether you are a budget traveller looking for a good deal on prices or someone looking to splurge on a luxury trip, these train rides, convenient for both solo travellers and family and friends alike, are guaranteed to give you the experience of a lifetime. So, without further ado, let us take a sneak peek at Asia’s most majestic train journeys.
30 December 2023, 11:23 AM
Hasaranga returns to captain SL against Zimbabwe
Sri Lanka appointed all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga as the captain of their Twenty20 side on Saturday ahead of their series against Zimbabwe next month, while batsman Kusal Mendis will lead their one-day international team.
30 December 2023, 07:29 AM
Zimbabwe name new interim head coach for Sri Lanka tour
Walter Chawaguta has been named the interim head coach of the Zimbabwe men's senior national team for the Sri Lanka tour.
22 December 2023, 06:40 AM
Prepare for a winter adventure! 5 countries to travel for under Tk 1 Lac
If you are a traveller, you will agree that traveling during certain times of the year makes the whole experience worthwhile, and winter is one such time. The calm weather, the festive vibe, and the excitement of a fresh new year (or the ending of it) all add up the experience. And what can be better than going on budget-friendly trips and getaways while enjoying the calmness of the season? With the air already smelling like winter, here are 5 places you can travel for less than Tk 1 lac this season (including air fare)!
15 November 2023, 11:54 AM
Second-highest Sri Lanka cricket official quits
A top Sri Lanka cricket official quit Sunday after the country's sports minister Roshan Ranasinghe called for the cricket board to resign, accusing them of corruption following a record World Cup defeat
5 November 2023, 08:55 AM
Sri Lanka immensely benefitted from Bangladesh’s support
Lankan central bank governor says at CPD dialogue
4 November 2023, 07:39 AM
'Sack them all': Outcry in Sri Lanka after World Cup humiliation
Anger over Sri Lanka's miserable World Cup campaign has erupted after a humiliating 302-run thrashing by hosts India, with the island nation's sports minister demanding the cricket board's resignation.
4 November 2023, 06:51 AM
Sri Lanka approves free tourist visa for seven countries
Tourists from China, India, Russia, Japan, Thailand, Indonesia, and Malaysia will be issued free visas till March 31, 2024
24 October 2023, 15:10 PM
Emerging side suffer thumping defeat
Bangladesh Emerging side slumped to a five-wicket defeat to lose the one-day series 2-1 against hosts Sri Lanka in Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium today.
22 October 2023, 14:59 PM
How stable is the global financial system really?
The global financial system looks stable, because central banks have shifted more and more debt onto their books.
21 October 2023, 10:00 AM