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Sunil Gavaskar wants 'real story' behind Asia Cup venue fiasco

NEW DELHI: Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar expressed his curiosity over the undisclosed reasons behind the decision not to relocate the Asia Cup Super Four matches from Colombo to the drier Hambantota, emphasizing the importance of considering the broader perspective in such situations.

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Asia Cup 2023: Reserve day only for India-Pakistan Super 4s game causes an uproar

Asian Cricket Council adds reserve day for India-Pakistan Super 4 match on September 10 in Colombo. If rain suspends play, match will resume on September 11. from point it was halted. Asia Cup final also provided reserve day due to heavy rains. PCB wrote to ACC demanding compensation, but reserve…

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Asia Cup 2023: Tension soars between PCB and Jay Shah

The Asia Cup itinerary was finalised after a prolonged dispute between PCB and BCCI. Soon after the Asia Cup was awarded to Pakistan last year, the BCCI refused to travel to Pakistan, citing security reasons.

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SLC hope to keep Premadasa Stadium ready for Asia Cup Super 4, final despite rain

NEW DELHI: Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) officials are maintaining a positive outlook despite the varying intensity of rain predictions over the next two weeks. They are determined to ensure that the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo remains ready for the Asia Cup Super 4 matches and the title clash.

The Times of India

Asia Cup: Is India afraid to play and lose to Pakistan? Najam Sethi hits out again

NEW DELHI: Former chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Najam Sethi, who is known for his outspoken opinions, once again hit out at the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) for their decision not to relocate the India-Pakistan Super-4 match from Colombo to Hambantota, despite unfavorable weather conditions.

The Times of India

Former Sri Lanka cricketer Sachithra Senanayake arrested over match-fixing accusations

COLOMBO: Former Sri Lanka cricketer Sachithra Senanayake was on Wednesday arrested over match fixing allegations.

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Asia Cup 2023: Super Four, final matches to stay in Colombo

ACC decides to keep Asia Cup Super 4 and final matches in Colombo despite heavy rains. SLC suggested Hambantota as alternate venue due to drought. India meets Pakistan on September 10 at R Premadasa Stadium. ACC considered Pallekele and Dambulla, but abandoned due to rains and maintenance.

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Asia Cup 2023: Hambantota likely to replace Colombo as venue for 'Super 4' matches and final

According to sources from Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), it is probable that the 'Super 4' games and the Asia Cup final will be relocated from Colombo to the southern district of Hambantota. An announcement from the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) is expected later on Tuesday.

The Times of India

Asia Cup: Familiar sob story as rains make mockery of contest

Would staging Asia Cup in the UAE have been a better option?

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Asia Cup super four matches likely to be shifted out of Colombo after heavy rains

ACC mulls change of venue for Asia Cup Super Four matches due to heavy rains in Colombo. Possible venues: Pallekele, Dambulla, Hambantota. Teams informed. ACC has two days to decide. Hybrid model proposed by PCB chief Najam Sethi in June.

The Hindu

Asia Cup 2023: Super 4s likely to be moved out of Colombo due to heavy rain

Heavy rain in Colombo may force Super 4s to be rescheduled. Asian Cricket Council considering alternate venues Dambulla/Hambantota. Logistical nightmare for teams, broadcasters, fans. India-Pakistan game on Sept 10 may be 2nd successive match not played in front of full house. Exorbitant ticket prices have caused locals to turn away…

The Hindu

Asia Cup: ACC considers relocating Super Four matches from Colombo due to heavy rains

NEW DELHI: The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) is considering relocating the Asia Cup Super Four matches due to the severe rains that have been pounding Colombo.

The Times of India

Rajnath Singh cancels 2-day visit to Sri Lanka

Coinciding with the visit, INS Delhi, Indian Navy’s first indigenously designed and built guided missile destroyer, arrived at Colombo on September 1.

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Team India arrives in Colombo, gears up for Asia Cup opener against Pakistan

NEW DELHI: The Indian men's cricket team landed in Colombo on Wednesday, marking the commencement of their preparations for the highly anticipated Asia Cup 2023 campaign. The team is set to kick off the tournament with a high-stakes clash against arch-rivals Pakistan on September 2.

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Afghanistan records lowest ODI total by any team against Pakistan to lose by 142 runs in 1st ODI

Pakistan bowler Haris Rauf's 5-18 spell led to Afghanistan's 142-run loss in the 1st ODI. Shaheen Shah Afridi and Shadab Khan also contributed to the win. Imam-ul-Haq and Iftikhar Ahmed shared a 50-run stand. The teams move to Colombo for the final match on Saturday.

The Times of India

Asia Cup 2023 India squad: KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer return in 17-member team

NEW DELHI: The BCCI declared India's 17-member ODI squad for the Asia Cup on Monday, as batsmen KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer made a comeback from injury, while Jasprit Bumrah also made a comeback to the 50-over format after proving his fitness in the ongoing T20I series in Ireland, where…

The Times of India

Former Sri Lanka international cricketer facing match-fixing charges slapped travel ban

NEW DELHI: In a significant development, former Sri Lankan cricket player Sachithra Senanayake, facing charges related to match-fixing, has encountered a travel restriction imposed by a local Colombo court on Monday.

The Times of India

WATCH: Snake scares player and cameramen during Lanka Premier League

NEW DELHI: The ongoing Lanka Premier League (LPL) is encountering a unique problem. R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo has now witnessed the appearance of snakes during two matches so far.

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India-Japan look to restart trilateral cooperation with Sri Lanka, but with caution

More than two years after Sri Lanka cancelled a joint India-Japan MoU for the East Container Terminal project in Colombo, the three countries are studying ways of restarting trilateral cooperation. Officials said it is “early to say” whether India and Japan will execute projects in Sri Lanka jointly as they…

The Times of India

Sachin Tendulkar bats for child nutrition, quality education for children in Sri Lanka

COLOMBO: Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar pitched for a nutrient-rich diet and quality education for children during his school visits in Sri Lanka where he also teamed up with people impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and the country's worst economic crisis.

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Lanka Premier League: Colombo Strikers set sights on victory in Pallekele against Dambulla Aura

Colombo Strikers are all set for their third match in the Lanka Premier League, where they will be facing Dambulla Aura at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. Read further on Dynamite news:

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Indigenously-built Indian naval ship to visit Sri Lanka

Indian naval ship ‘Khanjar’, an indigenously-built Missile Corvette of the Khukri class, will make a three-day visit to Sri Lanka’s eastern harbour of Trincomalee to further people-to-people connect and familiarise the people with the Indian Navy

The Times of India

MR Poovamma returns to action after dope ban, Kishore Jena wins javelin throw event in Sri Lanka

COLOMBO: Senior India quarter-miler and Asian Games medallist MR Poovamma on Friday returned to action at the Sri Lankan National Championships after serving a two-year ban for flunking a dope test in 2021.

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Kishore Jena throws a massive personal best in Sri Lankan National Championships

Kishore Kumar Jena threw a personal best 84.38m as he won the men’s javelin throw title at the Sri Lankan National athletics championships in Colombo on Friday.

The Times of India

Abdullah Shafique double ton puts Pakistan in command of 2nd Test

NEW DELHI: Pakistan opener Abdullah Shafique showcased an exceptional performance, scoring his maiden double century on the third day of the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo.

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