Nuwan Thushara has withdrawn his lawsuit against Sri Lanka Cricket, just a few weeks after filing it over being denied a no-objection certificate (NOC) to feature in the ongoing season of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Thushara is part of Royal Challengers Bengaluru, who are yet to name a replacement for the 31-year-old fast bowler.
Chasing a competitive target of 179, Zimbabwe rode on a strong opening partnership between Bennett and Tadiwanashe Marumani to lay the foundation.
Pathirana sustained the injury during Sri Lanka’s group-stage clash against Australia in Pallekele.
The victory sealed Sri Lanka’s qualification for the next round, while Australia’s tournament fate now hangs by a thread following their second defeat in three matches.
Hasaranga completed his four-over spell in the match, returning impressive figures of 3 for 25 to stem Ireland’s chase of 164. However, subsequent medical assessment revealed a significant tear in his left hamstring.
Ireland wicketkeeper-batter Lorcan Tucker stressed the importance of starting strong, acknowledging the challenge of facing Sri Lanka and Australia in their opening fixtures.
In a statement, Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) confirmed that Rathour’s engagement is specifically aimed at strengthening the team’s preparations for the global event.
Kohli, who dominated the ODI rankings for more than three years through the late 2010s, last held the top spot in April 2021 before Pakistan’s Babar Azam overtook him.
According to a report by Cricbuzz, top-ranked India find themselves in a relatively gentle pool that also features Pakistan, the only other Test-playing nation in the group.
Sri Lanka President Ranil WIckremesinghe sacked sports minister Roshan Ranasinghe on Monday amid ongoing controversy in the Sri Lanka Cricket board.
