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Vaiko condemns exclusion of Stalin’s virtual message from Colombo event

Vaiko slams Union govt. for excluding CM Stalin's video-recorded message from 'Naam 200' event. CM recalled contributions of Hill Country Tamils to Sri Lanka, called for equal access to quality facilities for them.

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Sri Lanka’s Angelo Mathews becomes cricket’s first ‘timed out’ dismissal

Mathews was dismissed ‘timed out’ upon Bangladesh’s appeal that the batter failed to take strike within two minutes.

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Leaders of Sri Lankan Tamil parties should increase their engagement with India for resolving the Tamil issue, says Varatharaja Perumal

Tamil leaders must engage India to resolve Tamil issue: Varatharaja Perumal. Former CM of North-Eastern Province of Sri Lanka urges Tamil parties to pressure India for devolution of power. 13th Amendment of Sri Lanka Constitution should be properly implemented. India should provide permanent documents, property rights to refugees from Sri…

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Angelo Mathews becomes first international cricketer to be timed out

The Sri Lanka batter had a problem with his helmet in the World Cup clash with Bangladesh.

The Independent UK

Who can qualify for the last Cricket World Cup semifinal spot and how?

With India, South Africa and Australia in, who will qualify for the last remaining Cricket World Cup semifinal berth?

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Sri Lanka sacks entire cricket board after humiliating loss to India during World Cup

The side has won only twice after playing seven matches in this year’s Cricket World Cup

The Independent UK

What is timed out in cricket? Rules explained after Angelo Mathews controversy

Angelo Mathews became the first player in international cricket history to be timed out

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Cricket World Cup 2023 BAN vs SL | Timed Out — Angelo Mathews’ controversial dismissal

Even a World Cup that has seemingly got accustomed to all kinds of World records may not have been prepared for the strangest of dismissals, as Angelo Mathews failed to get ready to take strike in time after the fall of the fourth Sri Lankan wicket in the World Cup…

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Angelo Mathews becomes first international cricketer to be timed out in 146 years

Angelo Mathews became the first player in international cricket history to be timed out

The Independent UK

BAN vs SL | Shanto-Shakib partnership trumps Asalanka’s century

Match report of the ICC World Cup match between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi, on November 6, 2023

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Bangladesh win to eliminate Sri Lanka: Cricket World Cup 2023 – as it happened

Angelo Mathews made history after being timed out as Bangladesh secured a three-wicket win over Sri Lanka

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SLC administration sacked in aftermath of Sri Lanka's heavy defeat to India

Sri Lanka govt. sacks cricket board after team's heavy defeat in World Cup. Riot police protect SLC premises as public outcry calls for Silva administration's resignation. Interim committee headed by Arjuna Ranatunga appointed by Sports Minister

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T.N. CM’s video address not telecast in Sri Lanka; report hints at GoI’s objection

Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin's video message for 'Naam 200' event in Colombo was not telecast due to reported objection from GOI. Event was to commemorate 200th anniversary of Indian-origin Tamils' arrival from Chennai.

The Hindu

Cricket World Cup points table: Why are India above South Africa and Australia

Temba Bavuma’s team have 12 points from seven matches but they have played one match more than India

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Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka LIVE: Cricket score and updates from ODI World Cup

Follow all the action from Arun Jaitley Stadium

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India, Sri Lanka Navies discuss maritime security in Palk Bay, Gulf of Mannar

A recent meeting between the Indian and Sri Lankan Navies discussed maritime security in the Palk Bay and the Gulf of Mannar region, the safety of fishermen, measures to curtail trafficking of contraband among other issues.

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ICC World Cup | Board secretary resigns following Sri Lanka's underwhelming run in World Cup

Sri Lanka Cricket secretary Mohan de Silva resigns after team's poor performance in ODI World Cup; Sports Minister Roshan Ranasinghe blames selection committee and SLC administration; Shammi Silva elected as chair for third successive term; Sri Lanka play Bangladesh in Delhi on Nov 6, two wins from seven games.

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Cricket World Cup points table: Why are India above South Africa and Australia

Temba Bavuma’s team have 12 points from seven matches but they have played one match more than India

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Sri Lankan board calls for 'urgent and comprehensive explanation' following 302-run loss to India

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) asked for 'urgent explanation' from coaching staff/selectors after India's 302-run win in ODI World Cup 2023. SLC believes in transparency and accountability, citing team's preparation, strategies and performance as areas of concern. Injury problems forced replacements, with Kusal Mendis taking over as captain.

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Hill Country Tamils toiled for Sri Lanka; their rights must be upheld, says T.N. CM M.K. Stalin

He urged the Sri Lankan government to grant rights to Hill Country Tamils in education, health, habitat, economic aid, and other areas, and to give due importance to the education of their children.

The Hindu

Cricket World Cup 2023 | Indian pacers’ thunderbolts have left the batters bruised

India's fast bowlers club wowed at Wankhede Stadium, outshining batters with their supreme craft. Bumrah, Siraj, and Shami's accuracy, steep bounce, and words spoken in follow-throughs left Sri Lanka down for the count. India's fast bowlers have been consistent, making a huge impact in 2003 and now again in 2020.

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ICC World Cup | Indian pacers’ thunderbolts have left the batters bruised

India's fast bowlers club thrills: Bumrah, Shami, and Siraj wreaked havoc in Mumbai, outshining batters Kohli, Gill, and Iyer. The trio's accuracy, steep bounce, and words in follow-throughs left Sri Lanka down for the count. Srinath, Zaheer, and Nehra made a huge impact in 2003; now their successors are at…

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Lanka police deploys anti-riot squad to protect SLC premises fearing protest

Angry fans call for SLC execs' resignation after Sri Lanka's crushing World Cup defeat to India. Police deploy water cannons near SLC office. Fans demand complete overhaul of SLC management, accusing it of wrong decisions. Sports minister may appoint interim committee, but ICC averse to politically appointed governing bodies.

The Hindu

Asia Cup decimation by India could be behind Sri Lanka's huge World Cup loss to Rohit's side: Coach Nawaz

Sri Lanka's batting coach Naveed Nawaz conceded that the decimation in the Asia Cup final may have dented the confidence of the players, leading to another crushing defeat in the World Cup match against India. He said Sri Lanka is in a rebuilding phase with many new players still learning…

The Independent UK

Shreyas Iyer after India’s lethal attack vs Sri Lanka: ‘Lucky to not play against Shami, Siraj, Bumrah’

The three Indian pacers destroyed Sri Lanka’s batting line-up in their match on Thursday

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