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World Cup: Semifinal of 1996, a day to forget for Indians

KOLKATA: Thursday would be the second time that the Eden Gardens will host an ODI World Cup semifinal. The first, on March 13, 1996 remains etched in memory for all the wrong reasons. It was the day when an unruly crowd prevailed and an international match had to be abandoned…

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Karnataka sets up 50 stalls at 42nd India International Trade Fair at Pragati Maidan in Delhi

A total of 28 States and Union Territories are participating in the 2023 edition of IITF in addition to representatives from 13 countries including Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Oman, Egypt, Nepal, Thailand, Iran and UAE.

The Hindu

How governments use IMF bailouts to hurt political opponents – new research

Sri Lanka received a bailout from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in March amid soaring inflation, debt and a sovereign default.

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Twin weather systems to trigger rain across State

Kerala to witness widespread rainfall for next 5 days due to twin weather systems over Bay of Bengal. Low pressure area to intensify into depression in 24 hrs & deep depression by Thurs. Upper air cyclonic circulation over SW Bay of Bengal & adjoining Sri Lanka. State to receive fairly…

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ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: India vs New Zealand semifinal match preview

India will look to continue their form going into the semifinals, but New Zealand are confident of springing a surprise.

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Jhulan’s tribute to Edulji, Jayawardena salutes Aravinda

It is an absolute honour for you, but also a very proud moment for women’s cricket in our country and a proud moment for India as a whole, that you are being inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame. It is so well-deserved, you have been a pioneer for women’s…

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Morne Morkel resigns as Pakistan's bowling coach

Morne Morkel resigned as Pakistan cricket team's bowling coach two days after their World Cup elimination. He joined the team in June on a six-month contract and his first assignment was a two-Test series in Sri Lanka. PCB will announce his replacement and Pakistan's next assignment is a three-Test series…

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India's Virender Sehwag, Diana Edulji and Sri Lanka's Aravind D'Silva enter ICC's Hall of Fame

The International Cricket Council announced the name of the three legends of cricket - Virender Sehwag, Diana Edulji and Aravinda de Silva- as the latest inductees of the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame.

The Hindu

Sri Lanka releases 42 Indian fishermen from Tamil Nadu; likely to reach home in four days

According to fishermen association leader P. Jesu Raja, a total of 42 fishermen hailing from Tamil Nadu were released from the prisons in Sri Lanka and are expected to reach home in about four days.

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Sri Lanka skipper Kusal Mendis expresses concern over ICC suspension amidst busy schedule

NEW DELHI: Sri Lanka's cricket captain, Kusal Mendis, has voiced concerns over the International Cricket Council's (ICC) suspension of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), fearing potential repercussions on the national team's upcoming fixtures and preparations for the men's U19 World Cup in early 2024.

The Times of India

History-sheeter from Sri Lanka reaches Dhanushkodi through vessel; probe on

Jayaraasa, 41, Sri Lankan citizen, arrested by Mandapam police at Rameswaram. He escaped from Sri Lanka fearing arrest for criminal activities, reached Dhanushkodi by boat. Rumours of LTTE sympathiser. Central & State agencies inquired into history. Police registered case, to be produced before Judicial Magistrate & taken to Puzhal Central…

The Hindu

Sri Lanka will appeal ICC suspension: Sports Minister

Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Sport moved to dismiss the SLC board and replace it with an interim committee in the wake of the country’s poor World Cup performance, but the country’s Court of Appeal has put that move on hold.

The Hindu

World Cup: Trent Boult peaks at right time for New Zealand

BENGALURU: New Zealand resemble a top-class bowling outfit when seasoned left-arm pacer Trent Boult makes breakthroughs with the new ball. That has been a rare sight in their first eight World Cup matches with the 34-year-old having struck just thrice in the first 10 overs. However, Boult rose to the…

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Sri Lanka suspended by ICC board over 'government interference'

Sri Lanka are due to travel to England for a three-Test tour next summer

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ICC suspends Sri Lanka over government interference

The news follows a disastrous World Cup campaign for the Asian side

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ICC suspends Sri Lanka's membership over government interference

ICC suspends Sri Lanka Cricket membership due to government interference; SLC board dismissed and replaced with interim committee by Sri Lanka's ministry of sport; Court of Appeal stayed sacking; ICC Board determined SLC in serious breach of obligations; ICC to decide conditions of suspension.

The Times of India

ICC suspends Sri Lanka Cricket over government interference

NEW DELHI: In a major blow, Sri Lankan Cricket on Friday were slapped with a suspension by the International Cricket Council over government interference in running the country's sports body.

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'Jis team ko Pakistan support karti hai...': Virender Sehwag's cheeky swipe after Sri Lanka defeat spoils neighbours' semis chances

NEW DELHI: Former India opener Virender Sehwag on Friday, in his own unique and sarcastic way, trolled Babar Azam and co. with his 'Pakistan Zindabhaag!' jibe after the neighbours chances of reaching the semis at the ongoing World Cup were reduced to mere mathematical probabilities.

The Times of India

World Cup: Pakistan face uphill task, England aim for Champions Trophy qualification

NEW DELHI: In a high-stakes clash, Pakistan face a near-impossible task of making it to the World Cup semifinals, needing a miraculous win with an unthinkable margin against a charged-up England. New Zealand's victory over Sri Lanka has virtually shattered Pakistan's semifinal hopes, requiring them to beat England by an…

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Sri Lanka team returns home, chief selector blames external conspiracy for poor World Cup show

Sri Lanka's poor World Cup performance is result of "conspiracy from outside", alleges Chief Selector Pramodaya Wickramasinghe. He takes responsibility for the team's two wins in nine games, marred by injuries and mid-tournament captaincy change

The Times of India

Allegations of conspiracy surround Sri Lanka's disastrous World Cup performance

NEW DELHI: Chief selector Pramodaya Wickramasinghe raised eyebrows on Friday by suggesting that Sri Lanka's dismal performance in the ongoing ODI World Cup was the result of an external conspiracy. The Sri Lankan cricket team, having suffered a five-wicket loss to New Zealand in their last group stage match in…

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Inconsistency to blame for Sri Lanka's poor World Cup, says coach Silverwood

Sri Lanka's World Cup campaign marred by inconsistency, says coach Chris Silverwood. Reviewing performances to improve for next cycle. Need to learn from mistakes and put best foot forward.

The Times of India

'There's a lot of confidence...': New Zealand ready for business end of World Cup

NEW DELHI: After breaking a four-match losing streak against Sri Lanka in their last round-robin clash, New Zealand's paceman Lockie Ferguson expressed confidence as they likely head into a World Cup semi-final against India. The crushing five-wicket victory on Thursday has positioned the Black Caps well, with Pakistan and Afghanistan…

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Lock England dressing room, get them timed out: Wasim Akram's hilarious take on Pakistan's semi-final chances

NEW DELHI: New Zealand have virtually knocked both Afghanistan and Pakistan out of the race to the ICC World Cup semi-finals, leaving the two teams only mathematically alive after Sri Lanka proved to be no match for the Kiwis in their last league fixture in Bengaluru on Thursday.

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