Avishka Fernando

Virat Kohli has etched his name in IPL history, becoming the first to cross 9,000 runs. This remarkable achievement solidifies his status as the league's highest scorer and a global T20 leader for a single franchise. Kohli's unparalleled consistency and loyalty, having played every season since 2008, underscore his dominance in the sport's shortest format.

Avishka Fernando's first one-day international century steered Sri Lanka to a thrilling 23-run win over the West Indies in an inconsequential World Cup match on Monday.

Top-order batter Avishka Fernando on Wednesday earned a recall to Sri Lanka's limited overs squad for the away series against India beginning January 3 in Mumbai.

Sri Lanka has revealed their squads for the upcoming three-match ODI and two-match T20 series against New Zealand, scheduled to be held on home soil. Charith Asalanka has been appointed as the captain for both formats.

Avishka Fernando delivers a scintillating performance, scoring a blistering 81 off just 27 balls to lead the Sharjah Warriorz to a record-breaking chase against the Dubai Capitals in ILT20. Shai Hope's 83 anchored the Capitals to 201/5, but Fernando’s fireworks ensured the Warriorz’ triumph.

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Sri Lanka announced a 16-member squad for the ODI series against India starting August 2 at the Premadasa Stadium, with subsequent matches on August 4 and 7. The squad, approved by Sports Minister Harin Fernando, includes senior all-rounder Chamika Karunaratne and young batsmen Janith Liyanage and Nishan Madushka. Charith Asalanka leads the team, featuring players like Pathum Nissanka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis, and Wanindu Hasaranga.

Sri Lanka has announced their 16-member squad, led by Charith Asalanka, for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Bangladesh starting July 2nd. The squad includes experienced players like Kusal Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga, and in-form Pathum Nissanka. Milan Rathnayake's participation hinges on a fitness test, as they prepare to face a strengthened Bangladesh side in both ODIs and T20Is.

England captain Eoin Morgan won the toss and elected to field in the second one-day international against Sri Lanka at the Oval on Thursday as the hosts recalled Jason Roy and Tom Curran on their Surrey home ground.

The Sri Lakan cricket team multiple setbacks on Friday as pacer pacer Dushamantha Chameera and leg-spinner Wanindu Hasaranga were rendered doubtful for the upcoming Asia Cup due to injuries. To go with that, batters Kusal Perera and Avishka Fernando tested positive for COVID-19 and are under observation. Chameera could be ruled out of the entire Asia Cup because of a shoulder injury that he suffered during the recent Lanka Premier League, ESPNCricinfo reported.

Avishka Fernando's exceptional performance led Sharjah Warriorz to a significant victory over Dubai Capitals. Fernando scored 81 from 27 deliveries, setting a record for the fastest-ever 50 in ILT20. Captain Tim Southee and coach JP Duminy praised his impressive play. The team aims to improve their fielding as they prepare for their next match against MI Emirates.

Australia captain Aaron Finch won the toss and elected to bowl against Sri Lanka in their ICC T20 World Cup game on Thursday.

West Indies won the toss and elected to field against Sri Lanka in their Super 12 game of the ICC T20 World Cup on Thursday.

Sri Lanka skipper Dasun Shanaka won the toss and elected to bat against India in the first ODI of the three-match series here on Sunday.

Ireland won the toss and opted to field against Sri Lanka in their first round group A match of the T20 World Cup on Wednesday.

Sri Lanka skipper Dasun Shanaka won the toss and elected to field first against Netherlands in their last first round Group A game on Friday.

Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka won the toss and opted to field against India in the first ODI here on Tuesday.

Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka won the toss and opted to bowl in their T20 World Cup Super 12 Group 1 match against Bangladesh on Sunday.

All-rounder Danushka Gunathilaka will miss the three-match one-day international series against the West Indies due to injury, the cricket board said on Wednesday.

After India's series defeat by Sri Lanka, captain Rohit Sharma expressed concerns about the team's struggles against spin and the lack of sweep shots. Sri Lanka won the series 2-0, marking their first ODI series victory over India in 27 years. Rohit emphasized the importance of scoring during the powerplay and acknowledged Sri Lankan batsmen's smarter approach to handling spin.

Avishka Fernando and Kusal Mendis both hit centuries to take Sri Lanka to an imposing 345 for eight in the second one-day international against West Indies on Wednesday.

Sri Lanka have added spinner Akila Dananjaya, batsman Pathum Nissanka, and seamers Lahiru Kumara and Binura Fernando to their 15-man squad for the Twenty20 World Cup, the country's cricket board said on Sunday.

India skipper Shikhar Dhawan won the toss and elected to bat against Sri Lanka in the series-deciding third twenty20 International, here on Thursday. India have replaced injured Navdeep Saini, who hurt his shoulder while fielding on Wednesday, with debutant Kerala pacer Sandeep Warrier.

Sri Lanka's cricket board Tuesday named a 24-member squad led by Kusal Perera for the six-match limited overs series in England even as a pay dispute remained unresolved.

Charith Asalanka scored a century before play in the one-day international series opener between Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe was called off because of rain Saturday.

Bangladesh's premier all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan on Sunday became the leading wicket-taker in the history of T20 World Cups, surpassing former Pakistan skipper Shahid Afridi when he dismissed Sri Lanka's Pathum Nissanka during their Super 12 match.

Sri Lanka on Monday recalled former skipper Dinesh Chandimal into a 22-member squad led by Dasun Shanaka for a six-match series against South Africa. Chandimal, 31, was dropped after a disappointing tour of the West Indies in March. He missed series against England and India.

Sri Lanka have revealed its 16-player squad for the forthcoming two-match ODI series against Australia, appointing Charith Asalanka as captain. The ODI matches will take place at Colombo's Premadasa stadium. Australia previously secured a 2-0 Test series victory against Sri Lanka. The ODI series is scheduled to begin this Wednesday.

Sri Lanka have recalled all-rounder Thisara Perera to the 15-member Twenty20 to play two matches against the visiting West Indies.

Former champions Sri Lanka take on a confident Ireland in a tricky first round group match of the T20 World Cup here on Wednesday, with the winning side moving closer to a Super 12 spot.