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Wanindu Hasaranga set to miss Sunrisers Hyderabad's first three IPL fixtures

NEW DELHI: All-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga is slated to miss at least the initial three matches of the IPL for Sunrisers Hyderabad, as he has been included in the Sri Lanka squad for a two-Test series versus Bangladesh starting on March 22.

The Times of India

Death tolls mount as elephants and people compete for land in Sri Lanka

Conservationists plead for coexistence as shrinking forests drive conflict, with elephant deaths doubling in a decade

The Guardian - UK

Concussion sub Tanzid guides Bangladesh to series-clinching win over Sri Lanka in 3rd ODI

Tanzid Hasan's brilliant innings helps Bangladesh secure ODI series win against Sri Lanka in Chattogram.

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Star wars: Sri Lanka’s powerful astrologers split over auspicious dates

Group employed by government divided for first time over best date for new year rituals

The Guardian - UK

Bangladesh's Soumya Sarkar injured during third and final ODI against Sri Lanka

NEW DELHI: Bangladesh's Soumya Sarkar suffered a head injury while fielding in the third and final one-day international (ODI) against Sri Lanka in Chittagong on Monday. Consequently, he was substituted under concussion replacement rules by Tanzid Hasan Tamim.

The Times of India

It is crucial to resume talks with Tamil Nadu counterparts, say northern Sri Lankan fishing community leaders

Amid arrests of Indian fishermen in Sri Lanka, northern fishing community urges governments to resume talks for a solution.

The Hindu

T.N. fishermen to stage agitation in Rameswaram on March 26 over continual arrests by Sri Lankan Navy

Tamil Nadu fishermen in Rameswaram demand Union government intervention to stop arrests by Sri Lankan Navy, seek immediate release of jailed fishermen.

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Third ODI against Bangladesh | Sri Lanka wins toss, bats first

Sri Lanka captain Kusal Mendis won the toss and elected to bat first on March 18 in the series-deciding third one-day cricket international against Bangladesh.

The Hindu

21 fishermen from Rameswaram held by Sri Lankan Navy, two fishing trawlers too impounded

21 Rameswaram fishermen arrested by Sri Lankan Navy, sparking concerns among fisherfolks about lack of government support.

The Hindu

Katchatheevu ceded to Sri Lanka despite DMK’s objections: Stalin to PM

Chennai CM M.K. Stalin refutes PM Modi's claims on Tamil fishermen, questions BJP's inaction on Katchatheevu issue.

The Hindu

Bangladesh drop struggling Litton Das for third Sri Lanka ODI

NEW DELHI: Bangladesh have made a significant change for Monday's third and final one-day international against Sri Lanka, opting to drop Litton Das following his consecutive ducks in the first two matches, which were deemed humiliating.

The Times of India

Madras High Court rejects plea to grant Indian citizenship to children born at Sri Lankan Tamil refugee camps

Madras High Court refuses to grant Indian citizenship to children born in Sri Lankan refugee camps in Tamil Nadu.

The Hindu

Rajiv Gandhi case convicts Sriharan, Robert Payas, Jayakumar to visit Sri Lankan Deputy High Commission on March 13

Tiruchi Collector arranges appointment with Sri Lankan Deputy High Commission in Chennai for Rajiv Gandhi assassination case convicts.

The Hindu

'Sayonara Jimmy, thank you…': Geoffrey Boycott calls for England to plan beyond James Anderson, criticizes bowling line-up

NEW DELHI: Renowned England cricketer Geoffrey Boycott made a fervent plea for England's selectors to look beyond sentimentality and start planning for the future without 41-year-old pace maestro James Anderson.

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Find a lasting solution to the fishermen problem, Madras High Court tells Centre

Madras High Court urges Centre to address recurring arrests of Indian fishermen by Sri Lankan Navy.

The Hindu

100 kg of hashish worth ₹110 crore seized from prawn farm shed in Pudukottai district

Tiruchi Customs seizes 100kg hashish and 876kg ganja near coastal Mimisal in Pudukottai district for smuggling to Sri Lanka.

AAP

Australia hoodoo remains for nice guy Black Caps

Tim Southee has sparked speculation on his future after declining to confirm he will captain New Zealand on tours of Sri Lanka and India later this year.

The Times of India

Watch: Litton Das earns Dhoni comparison with a no-look run out against Sri Lanka in 3rd T20I

NEW DELHI: Remember the back-flip run out by MS Dhoni of New Zealand's Ross Taylor at Ranchi in 2016?

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'They haven't moved on...': Sri Lanka's celebration sparks renewed debate over Angelo Mathews' 'timed-out' dismissal

NEW DELHI: Following Sri Lanka's series clinching victory in the third T20I against Bangladesh, the team's celebration reignited the controversial discourse surrounding Angelo Mathews' timed-out dismissal during the 2023 World Cup.

The Times of India

WATCH: Mumbai Indians' 'new Malinga' Nuwan Thushara claims hat-trick ahead of IPL 2024

NEW DELHI: Nuwan Thushara grabbed a maiden over hat-trick and finished 5-20 to help Sri Lanka pummel Bangladesh in Saturday's Twenty20 series decider. Thusara was bought by Mumbai Indians for a whopping Rs 4.2 crore for the IPL 2024.

The Hindu

Sri Lanka cruises to 28-run victory over Bangladesh to win T20 series 2-1

Sri Lanka wins T20 series against Bangladesh with Mendis' brilliant 86 and Thushara's career-best 5-20 including a hat trick.

The Hindu

Katchatheevu: Island of contention

Tamil Nadu fishermen strike against Sri Lanka arrests, demand Katchatheevu lease, seek resolution before upcoming elections.

The Hindu

Lanka’s tourism surge a clarion call for Kerala

Rise of Colombo from the ashes serves as a clarion call for Kerala

The Times of India

Watch: DRS drama in 2nd T20I between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka

NEW DELHI: The Decision Review System (DRS) has always been a debatable decision ever since it has been introduced in international cricket. There have been countless instances of controversies and discussions in the past.

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Sri Lanka Commits To Repaying Debt By 2042

Sri Lanka's President reaffirms commitment to repay debt by 2042, focusing on fiscal responsibility and economic reforms.

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