Nuwanidu Fernando

Wanindu Hasaranga's hamstring injury sidelines him from Sri Lanka's ODI series against Zimbabwe. The squad includes fresh batting talents Pavan Rathnayake and Nuwanidu Fernando, with Sadeera Samarawickrama returning. Jeffrey Vandersay and Maheesh Theekshana lead the spin attack, while Asitha Fernando and Dushmantha Chameera spearhead the pace department for the two-match series in Harare.

Sri Lanka's leg-spinner Wanindu Hasaranga is back from injury for the upcoming three-match ODI series against New Zealand, starting January 5th. Dunith Wellalage retains his ODI spot despite being dropped from the T20I squad. Nuwanidu Fernando and fast bowler Lahiru Kumara also return, alongside uncapped medium-pacer Eshan Malinga.

Sri Lanka has decided to rest star batsman Kusal Mendis and three other players for the final ODI against New Zealand. Despite holding an unassailable 2-0 lead, the hosts aim for a clean sweep in Pallekele. The move allows the rested players to prepare for the upcoming Test series in South Africa.

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.

Nuwanidu Fernando's century propelled Sri Lanka A to a commanding 263/4 against Australia A on Day 1. Kamil Mishara's bizarre dismissal for 81 added an unusual twist to the 1st day of the 2nd Test. Australia A's bowlers found it difficult to bag wickets on a slow pitch, as Sri Lanka A maintains a strong position heading into Day 2, setting the stage for an intriguing day of cricket.

Fast bowler Dushmantha Chameera was on Monday ruled out of Sri Lanka's Asia Cup squad with a leg injury, dealing a big blow to the islanders' prospects in the continental event.

The India Under-19 cricket team produced a fine all-round performance to thump Sri Lanka U-19 by an innings and 21 runs in the first Youth Test at the Nondescripts Cricket Club Ground, on Friday.

Be it batting or bowling, Axar Patel always steps up when the team needs him the most and the all-rounder's brilliant catching skills were also on display in the second ODI between India and Sri Lanka at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Thursday.

The last time India played a One-day International at the Eden Gardens, Kuldeep Yadav had picked up a hat-trick against Australia in 2017. On Thursday, he made the playing XI only after Yuzvendra Chahal had to sit out with a sore right shoulder.

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.

Afghanistan A clinched the ACC Men's T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024 by defeating Sri Lanka A by seven wickets. Chasing 133/7, key performances by Sediqullah Atal and Karim Janat helped them reach the target with three overs to spare at Al Amerat Cricket Ground.

In the second ODI between India and Sri Lanka, India won by four wickets with 40 balls left. KL Rahul and Hardik Pandya played a key role in this, as they kept the Sri Lankan batsmen at bay, while taking care of the run-scoring. Kolkata was the last time India played a one-day international at the Eden Gardens. Kuldeep Yadav, who had picked up a hattrick against Australia in 2017, made the playing XI only after Yuzvendra Chahal had to sit out with a sore right shoulder. However, the Chinaman bowler is used to being in and out of the team, and grabbed the opportunity with both hands, claiming three for 51 in his 10 overs. This helped India bowl out Sri Lanka for a belowpar 215 runs in 394 overs. In the second ODI, India made heavy weather before winning by four wickets with 40 balls left. KL Rahul and Hardik Pandya again played a key role, as they kept the Sri Lankan batsmen at bay. The asking rate always remained within control, as the duo stitched a 75run fifthwicket stand off 119 balls. R Rahul reestablished his credentials by staying unbeaten on 64 off 103 balls

Sri Lanka has announced their 16-member squad for the T20 Asia Cup 2025, to be held in the UAE, with Charith Asalanka as captain. The team includes experienced players like Kusal Mendis and Wanindu Hasaranga, who returns after recovering from injury. Sri Lanka's first match of the tournament is on September 13 against Bangladesh.

A series clean sweep in sight, Indian team is unlikely to tinker with its batting line-up but skipper Rohit Sharma could be tempted to look at some of his bowling options during the final ODI against Sri Lanka on Sunday. Having already sealed the series with contrasting wins -- a comfortable one while defending in Guwahati and a hard-fought one while chasing in Kolkata -- Rohit's men wouldn't mind a bit more clinical effort against the island nation in last match of the tour.

India U-19 team inched towards a clean sweep after dismissing Sri Lanka for 316 in their first innings and then reducing the hosts to 47 for 3 at stumps, having enforced a follow-on here on the penultimate day of the second Youth Test.

A five-wicket haul from Arshdeep Singh helped India Red defeat India Green by 87 runs in a One Day International match of the ongoing U-19 Challenger tournament on Thursday.

Sri Lanka's T20I squad faces Zimbabwe in Harare without key all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga due to injury. Led by Charith Asalanka, the team includes experienced players like Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis. Maheesh Theekshana and Dunith Wellalage will cover the spin department.

India A has secured a spot in the Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 semifinals, set to face Bangladesh A on Friday, November 21st. The tournament's final four also includes Pakistan A and Sri Lanka A. All crucial matches will be broadcast live on Sony Sports Network and streamed on Sony LIV.

Treated as disposable time and again by the current Indian team management, Kuldeep Yadav once again displayed his skills as he formed a lovely bowling partnership with Mohammed Siraj to demolish Sri Lanka for 215 inside 40 overs in the second ODI on Thursday.

Sri Lanka head coach Chris Silverwood has blamed the senior batters for failing to step up in the second ODI and said they will have to "learn their lessons" before they return to India for the World Cup later this year.

A lot has changed in Indian cricket over the past one year, with the captain-coach combo changing across formats as Rahul Dravid and Rohit Sharma took over from Ravi Shastri and Virat Kohli. What remained constant was the Men in Blue's fortunes in ICC tournaments.

The likes of West Indies' Chris Gayle, South Africa's Faf du Plessis and Pakistan's Shoaib Malik were picked up for this edition of the Lanka Premier League during the 'Player Draft' held in Colombo on Wednesday.

Dasun Shanaka says Sri Lanka wants to compete against India in the Asia Cup. Though eliminated, Sri Lanka aims to prepare for the upcoming T20 World Cup. Shanaka praises Suryakumar Yadav and Abhishek Sharma. He acknowledges India's strength in T20 cricket. Both teams will clash in Dubai. Sri Lanka hopes to demonstrate their capabilities before the World Cup.

India would need to get the best out of their thin bowling resources and avoid too much experimentation when they clash with Sri Lanka in their must win Super 4 game in the Asia Cup on Tuesday. In the absence of injured Ravindra Jadeja, Harshal Patel and Jasprit Bumrah, India do not have a lot of options to play with in the bowling department.

Australian captain Aaron Finch talked about the batting surface ahead of the Sri Lanka tour and said that the pitch is quite green and the spin might be the tacky sort of spin.

Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood said that the side could go one less quick against Sri Lanka in the upcoming T20, ODI, and Test series as conditions are different in the sub-continent.

Bangladesh face Sri Lanka in a crucial Asia Cup Group B match after defeating Hong Kong. With Afghanistan's strong net run rate, both teams need a significant win to advance. Sri Lanka's batting lineup is formidable, and Wanindu Hasaranga's return strengthens their bowling. Bangladesh relies on Litton Das and Hridoy, aiming to utilise Mustafizur Rahman effectively to secure a victory.

Hardik Pandya will be expected to begin his full-time T20 captaincy tenure on a bold note as the Indian T20 team prepares to start its life beyond Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul with the three match series against Sri Lanka, beginning on Tuesday.

Shubman Gill will be aiming to up the ante in the Powerplay overs to keep his nearest competitor Ruturaj Gaikwad at bay as a buoyant India team aims to come all guns blazing against Sri Lanka in its bid to clinch the series in the second T20I here on Thursday.

Qatar hosts the Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025, formerly the ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup, from November 14-23. This seventh edition showcases emerging talent with eight teams, including India A and Pakistan Shaheens. Matches will be broadcast on Sony Sports Network and live-streamed on SonyLIV, offering fans a glimpse into Asia's future cricketing stars.