Sports
Sri Lanka sports news, led by cricket, with results, fixtures and stories from school grounds to international competition — from Serendib News.
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Aveen Silva Makes History as Youngest Sri Lankan to Win an International Race
Young Sri Lankan karting talent Aveen Silva has made history by becoming the youngest Sri Lankan driver to win an international race after claiming victory in…
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Mother of Sri Lankan Cricket Legend Aravinda de Silva Passes Away
Rani de Silva, the beloved mother of Sri Lankan cricket legend Aravinda de Silva, has passed away. She was a constant source of strength and support throughout…
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St. Paul’s Milagiriya Win Under-13 Basketball Championship
St. Paul’s Girls’ School, Milagiriya defeated Lyceum International School, Wattala 35–26 to win the Under-13 All-Island Basketball Championship A Division Tier…
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India Women Decline Asia Cup Trophy From ACC President After Beating Sri Lanka
India’s women’s cricket team declined to receive the Asia Cup trophy directly from ACC President Mohsin Naqvi after defeating Sri Lanka in the final, with the…
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African athletes take top honours at Colombo Marathon 2026
More than 5,000 local and international athletes competed at the Colombo Marathon 2026, with over 130 foreign runners from 25 countries taking part. Uganda,…
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India beat Sri Lanka by 72 runs in Women's Asia Cup 2026 final
India defeated Sri Lanka by 72 runs in the final of the Women's Asia Cup 2026 held at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. After setting a competitive…
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Rumesh Tharanga strikes gold in javelin at World Athletics Ultimate Championship
Sri Lanka’s Rumesh Tharanga has clinched gold in the men’s javelin throw at the World Athletics Ultimate Championship 2026 in Budapest, producing a superb…
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Chaminda Vaas Set to Join Delhi Capitals as Fast Bowling Coach
Sri Lankan pace legend Chaminda Vaas is set to join Delhi Capitals as the franchise’s fast bowling coach, bringing his extensive international experience and…
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Colombo Marathon 2026 Draws Over 7,000 Participants
The Colombo Marathon 2026 concluded successfully at Galle Face Green with more than 7,000 participants, highlighting Colombo’s potential as a leading sports…
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Panduka Jayalath Sets World Record and Wins Gold for Sri Lanka
Sri Lankan strength athlete Panduka Jayalath has won gold in the 115kg category at the 13th World Strengthlifting Championship in Kyrgyzstan, setting a new…
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Akalanka Peiris Wins Third Consecutive Victorian State Swimming Championship
Sri Lankan national swimmer Akalanka Peiris has won the Men’s 50m Backstroke title at the Victorian State Swimming Championships for the third consecutive…
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Ruthless Rybakina dethrones Sabalenka to claim first U.S. Open crown
Elena Rybakina claims her first U.S. Open title, defeating Aryna Sabalenka in a thrilling final, despite ankle injury concerns.
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Sri Lanka beat Pakistan to set up Women’s Asia Cup final against India
Sri Lanka chase down Pakistan to book Women’s Asia Cup final date with India in Dubai, renewing their 2024 championship rivalry.
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Sonal Dinusha Nominated for ICC Men’s Player of the Month Award for August
Sri Lankan batter Sonal Dinusha has been nominated for the ICC Men’s Player of the Month award for August 2026 after an outstanding Test series against India,…
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Elephant House Lemonade Sixes 2026 Spotlights Sri Lanka’s Next Cricket Stars
Elephant House Lemonade Sixes 2026 provided a platform for young school cricketers to showcase their talent, with Prince of Wales’ College winning the…
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Sri Lankan Weightlifters Win Gold and Bronze at FISU World University Games 2026
Sri Lanka secured two medals at the FISU World University Games 2026, with Avindu Sasmika winning Gold and Nipun Shehara taking Bronze in the Men’s 65kg…
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Brisbane players were left in the dark over Zac Bailey’s long-awaited contract decision
‘To be honest, the boys didn’t really have much of an idea.’
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Jessica Pegula beats Emma Navarro to set up Sabalenka semifinal at US Open
Pegula claims a 3-6, 6-4, 6-3 win over Navarro in an all-American quarterfinal and will face Sabalenka on Thursday.
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Sri Lanka Squad Departs for England Ahead of ODI and T20I Series
Sri Lanka’s cricket squad has departed for England ahead of the upcoming ODI and T20I series, with the Lions set for a new international challenge.
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Sri Lanka Cricket Begins Distribution of Cricket Balls to 900 Schools for U13 Tournament
Sri Lanka Cricket has begun distributing cricket balls to nearly 900 schools participating in the 2026 Under-13 School Cricket Tournament.
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Visakha Vidyalaya Artistic Swimming Team Shines at Singapore Open 2026
Visakha Vidyalaya’s Artistic Swimming Team secured gold and silver medals at the 20th Singapore Open Artistic Swimming Championships 2026, with two athletes…