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17 years ago, on this day! Muttiah Muralitharan shatters Shane Warne's record for most Test wickets

On this day 17 years ago, Muttiah Muralitharan etched his name in cricketing history by surpassing Shane Warne’s record for the most Test wickets. The legendary Sri Lankan off-spinner achieved this milestone during a Test match against England in Kandy on December 3, 2007.

The Times of India

How Team India can qualify for World Test Championship final

With 15 Tests to go before this cycle ends, there are plenty of permutations and combinations that need to go in Rohit Sharma and Co's favour

The Times of India

WTC Scenarios: What India need to reach World Test Championship final after New Zealand lost to England

With each Test unfolding in the home stretch of the World Test Championship's (WTC) 2023-25 cycle, the equation keeps changing in the WTC leaderboard, which at present is headed by India, who face a serious challenge from No. 2 South Africa and third-placed Australia.

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South Africa add teenager Kwena Maphaka to squad for second Sri Lanka Test

NEW DELHI: South Africa have called up teen pacer Kwena Maphaka for the second Test against Sri Lanka which begins in Gqeberha on Thursday.

The Times of India

Big-hitting Tristan Stubbs takes satisfaction from grinding out Test century

NEW DELHI: Tristan Stubbs made his mark as a big-hitting Twenty20 specialist, but the South African batsman revealed after scoring a gritty Test century against Sri Lanka on Friday that red-ball cricket is his true passion.

The Times of India

Indian Sri Lanka- naval operation seizes 500 kg narcotics

In a swift and coordinated operation, the Indian Navy successfully intercepted two Sri Lankan-flagged fishing boat. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

South Africa in control after Sri Lanka crash to 42 all out in first Test

NEW DELHI: Paceman Marco Jansen delivered a remarkable bowling performance, leading South Africa to a commanding position after Sri Lanka were dismissed for their lowest Test score of 42 on Thursday at Kingsmead, Durban.

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Zampa feels right with red ball in Test debut push

Adam Zampa believes he is bowling better with the red ball despite limited first-class cricket, as he pushes to be Australia's third spinner in Sri Lanka.

AAP

Eight people including 6 children missing as heavy rains trigger flooding in Sri Lanka

Police in Sri Lanka say eight people, including six children who were returning from school, have gone missing when the farm tractor they were traveling on was swept away by floods triggered by heavy rains

The Independent UK

England’s extreme selection adds to changing tides of Test cricket

Ben Stokes’s side bid to end an inconsistent 2024 on a high against the Black Caps, who remain in the hunt for the World Test Championship final at Lord’s next year

The Independent UK

UP: Police bust gang of cyber fraudsters in Azamgarh, 11 held

Apart from India, members from Sri Lanka and UAE were also involved in this syndicate. The arrested accused include 6 from Uttar Pradesh, 2 from Bihar, 2 from Odisha and 1 from Madhya Pradesh. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

South Africa vs Sri Lanka LIVE: Cricket score and updates from Sri Lanka in South Africa 2024

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The Independent UK

Weather tracker: Swaths of Canada braced for heavy snow

Temperatures unlikely to exceed -20C in parts of Canada, while a red weather warning has been issued for Sri Lanka

The Guardian - UK

IMF approves third review of Sri Lanka’s $2.9bn bailout, but warns of risks

Global lender says it will release about $333m to crisis-hit nation as signs of economic recovery emerge.

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Sri Lanka's President Makes U-turn On IMF Bailout

Sri Lanka's new leader on Thursday backed a controversial IMF bailout, marking a U-turn from his election pledge to renegotiate the deal secured by his predecessor.

The Conversation

Why is cricket so popular on the Indian sub-continent?

Cricket originated in England, but has been spread worldwide by British soldiers and settlers in the past few hundred years.

The Times of India

Rain washes out Sri Lanka-New Zealand final ODI in Pallekele

NEW DELHI: The third and final one-day international (ODI) between New Zealand and Sri Lanka in Pallekele was abandoned after just 21 overs due to persistent rain.

The Times of India

Sri Lanka's Kasun Rajitha, Lasith Embuldeniya return to Test squad for South Africa tour

Kasun Rajitha and Lasith Embuldeniya made a comeback to Sri Lanka's Test squad for the tour of South Africa, as Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) on Tuesday announced the names of 16 players who will feature in the two-Test series.

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Sri Lanka's New President Swears In Cabinet After Election

Anura Kumara Dissanayake forms a new Cabinet after winning a decisive election, focusing on reforms and anti-corruption measures in Sri Lanka.

The Independent UK

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand LIVE: Cricket score and updates from New Zealand in Sri Lanka November 2024

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Al Jazeera

Sri Lanka leader reappoints Amarasuriya as PM, retains finance and defence

Dissanayake picks a 21-member cabinet as he plans sweeping reforms, including a campaign promise of a new constitution.

The Times of India

'Gautam Gambhir's anger and patience will be tested': Harbhajan Singh on Team India head coach in Border-Gavaskar Trophy

NEW DELHI: The forthcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy stands as a critical series for India's head coach Gautam Gambhir. His tenure has witnessed significant setbacks, including India's first ODI series defeat to Sri Lanka in 27 years, followed by a home Test series loss to New Zealand after 12 years.

The Independent UK

Sri Lanka vs New Zealand LIVE: Cricket score and updates from New Zealand in Sri Lanka November 2024

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Al Jazeera

‘Need a change’: Sri Lanka’s leftist win sparks hopes, bridges old divides

President Dissanayake’s party has won a two-thirds majority in parliament, including among Tamils and Muslims.

Woman & Home

Planning a trip to Sri Lanka? Don't miss out on these delicious must-try foods and drinks

From spicy kothu and Jaffna-inspired crab curry to breakfast hoppers and choon paan bread, these’s no shortage of foodie delights on this tropical island

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