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Train hits and kills 2 wild elephants in Sri Lanka as 2 of its fuel-carrying tankers derail

Authorities in Sri Lanka say a train carrying thousands of gallons of fuel hit a herd of wild elephants in the country's northeast, killing two of the giant mammals and injuring one other as two of its tankers got derailed

The Independent UK

Two wild elephants killed by train in Sri Lanka as fuel tankers derail

A train carrying thousands of gallons of fuel hit the elephants near a renowned nature park

Evening Standard

Sri Lanka level three-match T20 series 1-1 with record-breaking West Indies win

NEW DELHI: Sri Lanka bounced back in the second T20 against the West Indies, securing a resounding 73-run victory in Dambulla on Tuesday. This win marked their biggest margin of triumph against the Caribbean side and their sixth-largest in T20Is.

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Sri Lanka Schools Closed As Heavy Rains Cause Flooding

Heavy rains in Sri Lanka cause widespread flooding, leading to school closures and significant damage. Tragic loss of life and ongoing rescue operations.

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When swashbuckling Viv Richards demolished Sri Lanka in a World Cup match

NEW DELHI: In a dominant display at the 1987 Cricket World Cup, the West Indies secured a commanding 191-run victory over Sri Lanka in Karachi, powered by a sensational knock from captain Viv Richards. Richards delivered one of the most memorable innings in World Cup history, smashing 181 off just…

The Times of India

Sri Lanka closes schools as floods hammer the capital

Sri Lanka closed schools in the capital Colombo and suburbs on Monday as heavy rains triggered floods in many parts of the island nation

The Independent UK

Mahela Jayawardene returns as Mumbai Indians head coach

NEW DELHI: Mahela Jayawardene is back as the head coach of Mumbai Indians after serving as the franchise's Global Head of Cricket for the last two years. When Mahela was elevated to the global role, MI appointed former South Africa cricketer Mark Boucher as the head coach in 2023 but…

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UK among 40 nations ‘strongly’ condemning attacks on UN peacekeepers in Lebanon

Ireland, France and Sri Lanka are among the other co-signatories to the statement.

Evening Standard

What India must do to qualify for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup semi-finals

NEW DELHI: After New Zealand's victory against Sri Lanka, which they achieved with 15 balls remaining, the qualification scenario for the semi-finals in Group A has become clearer.

The Times of India

Women's T20 World Cup: India eye big win against injury-hit Australia

NEW DELHI: When they play an injury-hit Australia in their crucial Women's T20 World Cup encounter on Sunday in Sharjah, a confident India will look to seize control of their fate by achieving yet another victory that boosts their net run rate.

The Times of India

Sri Lanka Condemns Israel's Attack On UN Peacekeepers In Lebanon

Sri Lanka condemns Israel's attack on UN peacekeepers in Lebanon, raising concerns over escalating tensions in the region.

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Key statistics from England’s record-breaking Test match

England are the first team to win a Test match by an innings after conceding more than 500 runs.

The Independent UK

Women's T20 World Cup: Don't need to be told about NRR, says Shafali Verma

Harmanpreet Kaur's stellar performance propelled India to a resounding 82-run victory against Sri Lanka in Dubai on Wednesday, reigniting their semifinal aspirations in the tournament.

The Times of India

Glenn Maxwell set for red-ball return

NEW DELHI: Cricket Australia’s Second XI competition will see Glenn Maxwell return to red-ball cricket as part of Victoria’s 12-man squad facing Queensland at Junction Oval from Monday. This marks Maxwell’s first four-day game in over a year, as he gears up for a potential spot in Australia’s Test tour…

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Al Jazeera

How can India and others qualify for the Women’s T20 World Cup semifinals?

What do India, Pakistan and the other teams need to do to seal a last-four spot? Al Jazeera breaks it down.

The Times of India

ICC Women's T20 World Cup: Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana, bowlers demolish Sri Lanka as India get NRR boost

With their backs to the wall, Harmanpreet Kaur Co had only one choice – to turn around and fight. Fight they did and how! On the brink of an early exit from the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, India sizzled in the Dubai heat on Wednesday. They registered a resounding…

The Times of India

Women's T20 World Cup points table: India, South Africa boost net run rates in wins

On Wednesday two teams boosted their chances of qualification at the Women's T20 World Cup and two others were sent packing. South Africa and India earned big net run rate (NRR) gains following their wins over Scotland and Sri Lanka respectively.

The Times of India

India register their biggest-ever win in Women's T20 World Cup history

NEW DELHI: India's women's cricket team created history on Wednesday by registering their biggest margin of victory ever in a Women's T20 World Cup, defeating Sri Lanka by 82 runs in Dubai.

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Women's T20 World Cup: Do Indian batters have a higher gear?

Harman fit, but team needs to improve NRR vs Sri Lanka

The Times of India

Women's T20 World Cup: How India can stay alive in race to semis

NEW DELHI: Defending champions Australia delivered a commanding performance, defeating New Zealand by 60 runs to climb to the top of Group A in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup, held in the UAE. On Tuesday, Australia set a challenging target of 149 runs, before dismissing New Zealand for just…

AAP

NZ's Williamson hurt again, in doubt for India series

Kane Williamson will delay meeting up with his Black Caps colleagues in India as he undergoes rehabilitation for a groin injury suffered against Sri Lanka.

The Times of India

Big blow for New Zealand! Kane Williamson set to miss start of Test series against India

NEW DELHI: Veteran New Zealand batter Kane Williamson will miss the start of the three-Test series against India due to a groin strain suffered during the second Test against Sri Lanka in Galle. The injury requires a period of rehabilitation, delaying Williamson's departure to India.

Al Jazeera

Match time, team news, form: India vs Sri Lanka – ICC Women’s T20 World Cup

Sri Lanka haven’t won a match yet, while India haven’t found their batting best form before their Group A match.

The Times of India

Harmanpreet Kaur fit for Sri Lanka match, conditions have been different from expectations: Mandhana

DUBAI: India vice-captain Smriti Mandhana on Tuesday said skipper Harmanpreet Kaur will be leading the side against Sri Lanka in the Women's T20 World Cup, having got retired hurt in the previous game due to discomfort in her neck.

The Times of India

Harmanpreet Kaur climbs four spots to 12th in ICC Women's T20 Rankings

NEW DELHI: Indian skipper Harmanpreet Kaur climbed four spots to joint 12th in the latest ICC Women's T20 batting rankings released on Tuesday, now sharing the position with Sri Lanka's Harshitha Samarawickrama, both boasting 610 rating points.

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