Hathurusinghe brings glad tidings to Sri Lanka cricket – By Trevine Rodrigo (Melbourne) Trevine Rodrigo (Melbourne) Chandika_Hathurusinghe Kusal Mendis in Action Looking at Sri Lanka’s new-found confidence with the same group of players now showing their real potential is proof enough that there is no lack of talent in the Island nation. Just the inability of those guiding their fortunes being able to work on their mindset and subtle tinkering of their talent. The bowling which was of real concern appears to have been sorted out with the available talent led by veterans Suranga Lakmal and Rangana Herath at the helm ably supported by emerging stars Dhananjaya De Silva and Dilruwan Perera helping re-shape a reasonable attack. But what has been most heartening is the increasing consistency of their batsmen who hammered the Bangladesh attack for 713 for 9 in reply to the hosts 513. ...
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Chris, Sonali and Linden rev up for New Year’s Eve at the Walawwa – Photos thanks to Trevine Rodrigo Please click here or on the photos below to view all the photos on eLanka Facebook page ...
Sri Lanka……. Whipping boys of world cricket – BY TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE Chandika Hathurusinghe Sri Lanka’s current form suggests that they are in the worst place since gaining Test status in 1982 and sporadic bursts such as the unlikely series win over Pakistan in the Arab Emirates throws a shadow over the actual happenings in the oil rich nation. To even suggest that they are capable of beating anyone in the top ten at the moment is laughable let alone possible as the current series against the world’s top team India, is proving in no uncertain terms. All the excuses thrown around about departing stars is now wearing thin as the Island nation struggles to find genuine talent with a tag of consistency attached to it as they offer themselves as cannon fodder to everyone they come up against. Over the past two years Sri Lanka have managed ...
Lions Club of Lyndhurst – Christmas cruise to Williamstown in Melbourne – Photos thanks to Trevine Rodrigo Click here or on the photos below to view the full set of photos on eLanka Facebook page ...
Eighty Club Christmas Ball at the Grand on Cathies Lane with Chris Mant, Lozaine and Cloud 9 – Photos thanks to Trevine Rodrigo Click here or on the photos below to view the full set of photos on eLanka Facebook page ...
Desmond and the Clan …. A true reflection of Sri Lanka’s rich heritage of musical talent – By TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE Click Here to view the Photos on eLanka Facebook page Desmond and the Clan …. A true reflection of Sri Lanka’s rich heritage of musical talent Vintage performance at the Grand on Princes By TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE It’s little wonder when you hear bands of the caliber of Desmond and the Clan who dominated the music scene in Sri Lanka many decades ago, that the newer bands of today have had to strive to be as good or even better to gain acceptance and recognition from music lovers these days. In a master stroke that was hatched as an idea by Sri Lanka’s versatile icon of many decades, Desmond De Silva in consultation with wife and event coordinator Phyllis managed to rope in his former band mates ...
Sri Lanka cricket on roller coaster as Bangladesh add to their embarrassment BY TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE Rollercoasters don’t come better than Sri Lanka’s current cricket fortunes as they lurch from a high to an unexpected low and then drop into a chasm that is near terrifying as they try to break out from their transitional period sans any superstars in their ranks. My assertion to the hapless Sri Lankan plight traces back to when they sensationally upset the top ranked Australians a few months ago winning the Test series 3-0 then travelling to Zimbabwe and winning the Test and one-day series before being brought to a shuddering halt by the South Africans who thrashed them in all formats and brought them back to earth. ...
Read More →Wildfire and Rap-SoD to light up Wheels for Wheels BY TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE Rap-So-D Ron and Shabi Meerwald Last year’s Wheels for Wheels featured Gary and Natasha Pinto with Carmen Reignited Wildfire will light up Melbourne after a lapse of several years as the band renowned for their artistic brilliance have reformed and bring their amazing talent to Melbourne and Sydney at the end of April. Comprising two of the best guitarists from Sri Lanka in Shafi. S. Shafi and Derek Wickremanayake, Wildfire also has versatile drummer Chris Dhason and ‘Cobra’ who complete an awesome combination. Wildfire begin their performances at the annual Saints of Nugegoda dinner dance on April 28 at Gaelic Park hall in Keysborough followed by the Wheels for Wheels charity dance at the Grand on Princes held each year to raise funds for Cerebral Palsy. ...
Read More →Bulldogs and GWS stake their claim for Premiership glory HAWKS “Fourthorn” still a distinct possibility BY TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE Not for as long as I can remember has the Premiership flag been open to anyone of the top six teams but this year’s crackerjack season has set up just that scenario leaving only the bold to make a standout prediction. Hawthorn will always be the favourite going on their hat trick of wins over the past seasons but from the rest, there is little to choose as even the underdogs of the past, Greater Western Sydney and the Western Bulldogs have shown enough to suggest that they are quite capable of going all the way. ...
Read More →All Blacks throw down the gauntlet saying “Catch us if you can”: Bledisloe Cup tucked away for another year BY TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE High in confidence after their memorable World Cup triumph, the mighty All Blacks reminded the Wallabies that their pain was to continue for another year, 14 consecutive in fact, thrashing their trans-Tasman rivals to take a firm hold of the Bledisloe Cup for another year. The retirements of Richie McCaw, Dan Carter and a host of others who formed that fearsome All Black World Cup winning team threw a glimmer of hope to the other nations about their possible vulnerability as the world champion regrouped with their emerging stars. But it has made little difference to a nation which could throw together another line up that could still beat the other nations in the world game. ...
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