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When Sanath Jayasuriya decimated the Indian bowlers at New Delhi-by Chris Dhambarage Sanath Jayasuriya Source:Dailynews The 1996 Cricket World Cup in the sub-continent was undoubtedly Sri Lanka’s finest moment in their history where the islanders went on to beat Australia in the final at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. But it was on a day like this exactly 25 years ago that one of the key players of that champion team, Sanath Jayasuriya produced probably the most brutal innings of that tournament. The dashing left-hander simply tore the Indian bowling attack by smashing a 76-ball 79 in a Group ‘A’ fixture at the Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium in New Delhi on March 2, 1996. The manner in which the Master Blaster hammered the Indian attack to all corners of the ground was simply amazing as Sri Lanka chased down India’s score of 271 for three with eight deliveries and six ...

Mar 6, 2021 Posted by In Articles Tagged
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Imran Khan, Sri Lankan cricketers recall bygone era-BY DHAMMIKA RATNAWEERA mran Khan with former members of the Sri Lanka cricket team Source:Sundayobserver Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, in his efforts to strengthen sports diplomacy, participated at an interactive session with the sports community of Sri Lanka on Wednesday at the Shangri- La Hotel in Colombo during his two day visit. The former Pakistan cricket captain Khan fondly recalled his visit to Sri Lanka as a fresh university graduate and as a young player and commended the Sri Lankan players in attendance especially Arjuna Ranatunga as the team captain in the World Cup win in Pakistan. ...

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Dilhara Lokuhettige found guilty under ICC Anti-Corruption Code Source:Dailynews Former Sri Lanka allrounder Dilhara Lokuhettige has been found guilty of three offences under the ICC Anti-Corruption Code. An independent Anti-Corruption Tribunal has found Lokuhettige guilty of: 1). Article 2.1.1 – for being party to an agreement or effort to fix or contrive or otherwise influence improperly the result, progress, conduct or other aspect(s) of a match. ...

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Jayasuriya: Role model for all schoolboys-BY DINESH WEERAWANSA Source:Sundayobserver Flashback: Before conquering the Mount Everest of international cricket, young Sanath Jayasuriya received the Observer Schoolboy Cricketer of the Year Outstation award in 1988. He receives the trophy from Mrs. Malini Bodinagoda, wife of then ANCL Chairman Ranapala Bodinagoda, while compere Laddie Hettiarachchi looks on The postponed 42nd Observer-Mobitel School Cricketers of the Year 2020 will in all probably be held next month. The local health authorities have tentatively given the green light to go ahead with the show next month provided all health guidelines are strictly observed. At the same time, the 43rd Observer-Mobitel School Cricketers of the Year 2021 will commence after the new season, which has been held up due to Covid-19, begins. ...

Jan 17, 2021 Posted by In Articles Tagged ,
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Presley Polonnowita – an outstanding cricketer from Kurunegala Presley Polonnowita Presley Polonnowita, former Observer Most Popular Schoolboy Cricketer of the Year and the runner up of the Schoolboy Cricketer of the Year Outstation, is an outstanding cricketer produced from Kurunegala. Ex-BRC captain Polonnowita, who is going great guns in Dubai, would have definitely become the Observer Schoolboy Cricketer of the Year and also take the Best All-rounder award for outstations in 1988, if not for Sanath Jayasuriya of St. Servatius’ College, Matara deservingly marching towards both feats. Former St. Anne’s College Kurunegala, cricketer Polonnowita, had to be content with the Observer Schoolboy Cricketer of the Year Outstation runner up in 1988. But as in 1987 when it was Observer Schoolboy Cricketer of the Year Rohan Weerakkody, Polonnowita too was called to the 1989 victory podium five times. ...

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Father of Sanath Jayasuriya passes away Source:Dailymirror The funeral of the late Dunstan Jayasuriya, father of former Sri Lanka Cricket Captain will take place at the General Cemetry Matara at 4pm today (14). The  late Mr Jayasuriya was 86 years at the time of his demise. He was a retired Health Service officer. He leave behind his loving wife Freeda Jayasuriya and sons Chandana (Department of Fisheries) and Sanath. ...

Dec 16, 2020 Posted by In Articles Tagged
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SRI LANKA CRICKET NEWS (NOVEMBER 2020) – Compiled by Victor Melder Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) will have one selection committee overlooking all selections of national men’s, women’s and junior cricket in future as the National Sports Selection Committee headed by Army Commander Shavendra Silva has recommended a seven-member new committee to overlook all selections including U-19 cricket. The new committee headed by former Sri Lanka fast bowler Ashantha de Mel, includes Chaminda Mendis, Pramodya Wickremasinghe, Hemantha Devapriya, Ranjith Madurasingha, Uvais Karnain and Ms Nilmini Gunaratne has been recommended by the Shavendra Silva committee to the Sports Minister.The Sports Law requires the Minister’s signature for appointment of selectors. “They wanted to us to appoint two committees but if we do that we are flouting the Sports Law. So we recommended seven names to the Minister to be appointed as cricket selectors. They will be involved in all selections including national men’s, ...

Dec 1, 2020 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , ,
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Sanath follows in the footsteps of James Arthur Scharenguival   Source:Archives Sanath Jayasuriya is apparently considering offers to play cricket in Scotland. He will not be the first of our cricketers to do so. A hundred and more years ago James Arthur Scharenguivel, ILLUSTRIOUS THOMIAN CAPTAIN OF 1898 from the prominent Scharenguivel family of Kalutara, played in and for Scotland soon after he left college. So little is known about Scharenguivel, so little written about him that I seize this opportunity to write about one who must have truly been one of our great cricketers and like so many others, an unsung hero. ...

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Mahela and Galle- Love at first sight Source:-The Island A billboard of Mahela Jayawardene is seen at the Galle Fort during his last Test match at the Galle International Stadium in 2014. Mahela scored more than 2000 runs in Galle and averaged 70 at the venue. A bond between a cricketer and a ground is undoubtedly an enchanting association in the game of cricket. Brian Lara and Antigua, Sir Don Bradman and MCG, Sachin Tendulkar and Wankhede are few of the most renowned associations. There seems to be an invisible charm that gets some players going when they set foot on certain arenas. Once set, it remains lifelong, dishing out superlative performances during the course of a player’s career. ...

May 12, 2020 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , Comments 0
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    “TO OBSERVE THEIR 92ND ANNIVERSARY” – By Des Kelly Say no more. 1928 saw the beginning of one of the most-read Newspapers in Ceylon (now Sri Lanka). Now, on  eLanka, we proudly present this Show-piece that was  “on-show” at many thousands of homes in Colombo, each and every Sunday morning. Thank you, folks, & please enjoy. Desmond Kelly. (Editor-in-Chief) eLanka. Sunday Observer celebrates 92nd Anniversary  Source:Sunday Observer It is with pride that the Sunday Observer celebrates its 92nd anniversary in two days. The Sunday Observer has remained the undisputed market leader over the years due to the faith placed by its widespread readership who have been with us since the first issue saw the light of day on February 4, 1928. Ninety two years as the leading English newspaper is no easy task, especially among the English-speaking population. Yet, the Sunday Observer has come a long way facing ...

Feb 6, 2020 Posted by In Articles, DESMOND KELLY Tagged , , , , Comments 0
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