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Sri Lanka's Wanindu Hasaranga joins elite club with 100 T20I wickets

NEW DELHI: Sri Lankan spin sensation Wanindu Hasaranga achieved a remarkable milestone on Monday, becoming the second Sri Lankan player after Lasith Malinga to take 100 wickets in T20 Internationals (T20Is).

The Times of India

Sri Lanka beat Afghanistan by 4 runs in thrilling T20I series opener

NEW DELHI: Matheesha Pathirana and Binura Fernando bowled brilliant death overs as Sri Lanka narrowly edged Afghanistan by four runs in a T20I series opener in Dambulla on Saturday.

The Times of India

Sri Lanka beats Afghanistan by 4 runs in thrilling T20 series opener

Sri Lanka beats Afghanistan by four runs in thrilling T20 match with brilliant death bowling from Pathirana and Fernando.

The Hindu

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Sri Lanka defeats Bangladesh by 21 runs in Asia Cup

Read about the exciting cricket match between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka at the R.Premadasa Stadium. Sri Lanka scored 299 runs, with Samarawickrama top-scori...

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ICC World Cup: Experienced Angelo Mathews answers Sri Lanka's SOS, one more time

PUNE: Angelo Mathews is perhaps to the Sri Lankan team what Mohinder Amarnath was to Indian cricket. Getting dropped only to be recalled in the hour of crisis. And whereas Amarnath could be as blunt as a tool, Mathews lets his lilting Sinhalese-accented cadence make a subtle impact.

The Times of India

We need to fight fire with fire against England: SL all-rounder Angelo Mathews

NEW DELHI: Experienced all-rounder Angelo Mathews emphasised the importance of Sri Lanka being prepared for a determined assault from England. He called upon his teammates to respond with equal determination.

The Times of India

Angelo Mathews replaces injured Matheesha Pathirana in Sri Lanka World Cup squad

NEW DELHI: Sri Lanka on Tuesday made a change to their World Cup squad by bringing in veteran all-rounder Angelo Mathews to replace the injured pacer Matheesha Pathirana.

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Ten players to watch out for at the 2023 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup

Babar Azam, Virat Kohli, Ben Stokes, Adam Zampa and Rashid Khan are among our top picks for the ICC Cricket World Cup.

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Cricket World Cup 2023: Guardian writers’ predictions for the tournament

India at home make them a popular choice to win while South Africa could lead the chasing pack

The Guardian - UK

'A kick to the rear end...': Sri Lanka coach disappointed with Asia Cup final loss

NEW DELHI: Sri Lanka coach Chris Silverwood on Sunday expressed disappointment over his team's lackluster performance in the Asia Cup final. However, he viewed the defeat as a valuable wake-up call for his side, coming just before the ODI World Cup next month.

The Times of India

How India pacers destroyed Sri Lanka in Asia Cup final

NEW DELHI: India pacer Mohammed Siraj devastated the batting line-up of the hosts Sri Lanka with his fiery bowling in the Asia Cup final at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Sunday as they bundled them out for a meagre 50 in 15.2 overs.

The Times of India

Asia Cup final: Sri Lanka win toss, opt to bat against India; Sundar replaces Axar

Defending Champion Sri Lanka won the toss and opted to bat in the title clash of the Asia Cup 2023 against India at the R. Premadasa International Stadium in Colombo on Sunday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Asia Cup final: Sri Lanka win toss, opt to bat against India in Colombo

NEW DELHI: Defending Champions Sri Lanka won the toss and opted to bat in the Asia Cup 2023 final against India at the R. Premadasa International Stadium in Colombo on Sunday.

The Times of India

Stat Attack: India vs Sri Lanka - Who holds the Asia Cup finals edge?

It's not India vs Pakistan, but it's the final of a major tournament and based on how India and Sri Lanka have played so far in this edition of the Asia Cup this clash of two teams in blue promises to be a cracker of a contest.

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'Jasprit Bumrah shouldn't play all formats if...': Chaminda Vaas

NEW DELHI: Chaminda Vaas, the Sri Lankan cricket legend and World Cup winner, believes that a rare talent like Jasprit Bumrah, who is a once-in-a-generation fast bowler, should not participate in all three formats of the game. This approach is crucial to prevent injuries and extend his career.

The Times of India

How Sri Lanka pipped Pakistan in last-over thriller to set up Asia Cup final with India

NEW DELHI: Top-order batter Kusal Mendis conjured a match-defining 91 as he along with Sadeera Samarawickrama and Charith Asalanka guided Sri Lanka to the Asia Cup final, defeating top-ranked ODI side Pakistan by 2 wickets (DLS) in the rain-marred last-over Super Four thriller in Colombo on Thursday.

The Times of India

Asia Cup 2023, SL vs PAK: Injury-hit Pakistan, spirited Sri Lanka face-off for place in final

NEW DELHI: Pakistan, grappling with injuries, is set to confront a resilient Sri Lanka in a crucial Super 4 match that will determine a spot in the Asia Cup final.

The Times of India

How India ended Sri Lanka's 13-game winning streak to enter Asia Cup final

NEW DELHI: A terrific all-round bowling effort led by Kuldeep Yadav made up for an under-par outing with the bat as India ended Sri Lanka's 13-game winning streak in ODIs with a comprehensive 41-run win in a low-scoring thriller in Colombo on Tuesday.

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Asia Cup 2023, SL vs BAN: Desperate Bangladesh search for win vs Sri Lanka to stay alive in Super Four

NEW DELHI: Bangladesh will prioritise survival, while Sri Lanka aim for a victorious start as they clash in the second Super 4 match of the Asia Cup on Saturday.

The Times of India

Asia Cup 2023: Staring at a mountain, Afghanistan hope for big upset win over Sri Lanka to reach 'Super 4'

Afghanistan face a formidable challenge in their upcoming clash against a skilled Sri Lankan team on Tuesday as they hope for a big win in order to enter the 'Super 4' stage of the Asia Cup

The Times of India

Sri Lanka register their longest winning streak in ODI history

NEW DELHI: Sri Lanka emerged victorious over Bangladesh in their tournament opener in the ongoing Asia Cup, marking a significant milestone by setting a new record for their longest winning streak in one-day internationals (ODIs).

The Times of India

Credit to bowlers for executing their plans on a tricky surface: Dasun Shanaka

NEW DELHI: Skipper Dasun Shanaka on Thursday lauded the all-round performance of his bowlers after Sri Lanka's five-wicket win over Bangladesh in the Asia Cup Group B match in Pallekele.

The Times of India

Asia Cup: How bowlers led Sri Lanka to a comfortable win over Bangladesh

NEW DELHI: A clinical all-round bowling performance was followed by a mature Sadeera Samarawickrama and Charith Asalanka 78-run stand as Sri Lanka eased past Bangladesh in the Asia Cup Group B game in Pallekele on Thursday.

The Times of India

Asia Cup: Matheesha Pathirana grabs four as Bangladesh fold for 164

NEW DELHI: An all-round bowling performance led by 20-year-old Matheesha Pathirana helped Sri Lanka bundle out Bangladesh for a lowly 164 in Group B match of the Asia Cup in Pallekele on Thursday.

The Times of India

Matheesha Pathirana didn't copy slingy action from Lasith Malinga, it's natural: Coach Bilal Fassy

NEW DELHI: Matheesha Pathirana's sling-shot action immediately reminds one of Lasith Malinga, but the young Sri Lankan did not purposely mimic his legendary senior, according to his childhood coach Bilal Fassy, who insisted that the much-discussed bowling style came naturally to the pacer.

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