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Pakistan coach Grant Bradburn wants to see his team play an aggressive brand of cricket

NEW DELHI: Pakistan's coach, Grant Bradburn, has expressed his desire for the team to adopt an assertive style of cricket as they embark on their preparations for the upcoming World Cup. The journey commences with a three-match ODI series against Afghanistan.

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'I hope it's India vs Sri Lanka again in the ODI World Cup final': SL star cricketer's wish

NEW DELHI: "Dhoni, finishes it off in style, India lifts the World Cup after 28 years" - Ravi Shastri's fervent lines from the commentary box still reverberate in every Indian cricket fan's ears. MS Dhoni's majestic six off Sri Lanka's Nuwan Kulasekara over mid-on sealed the deal for Team India…

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Sri Lankan all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga retires from Test cricket

Sri Lankan all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga announced his retirement from Test cricket

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KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer do match simulation at NCA but are they ready for Asia Cup grind?

NEW DELHI: Ahead of Team India selection for the Asia Cup in Sri Lanka, KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer, both recovering from injuries, were observed engaging in match simulation at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru on Monday.

The Times of India

Effective treatment during ‘golden hour’ will help avoid physical disability, loss of life, says official

Andhra Pradesh government setting up critical care units in every district to provide trauma and critical care for patients in need, says Chief Secretary (Health) Krishna Babu. Sri Lanka’s State Minister of Trade, Commerce and Food Security Sathasivam Viyalanderan and Mr. Krishna Babu inaugurate the ‘Golden Hour’ programme under the…

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PCB appoints sports psychologist Maqbool Babri for Asia Cup

NEW DELHI: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has enlisted the services of sports psychologist Dr. Maqbool Babri to provide counseling to the men's team as they compete in the ODI series against Afghanistan in Sri Lanka.

The Times of India

WATCH: 3 in 1! Glimpses of Yuzvendra Chahal, Shane Warne and Muttiah Muralitharan in this bowler

NEW DELHI: Does his bowling action resemble that of Yuzvendra Chahal? Does he emulate the style of the legendary Shane Warne? Is his release of the ball similar to Sri Lanka's spin wizard Muttiah Muralitharan?

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India-Japan look to restart trilateral cooperation with Sri Lanka, but with caution

More than two years after Sri Lanka cancelled a joint India-Japan MoU for the East Container Terminal project in Colombo, the three countries are studying ways of restarting trilateral cooperation. Officials said it is “early to say” whether India and Japan will execute projects in Sri Lanka jointly as they…

The Hindu

Muttiah Muralitharan to set up manufacturing unit at Mummigatti FMCG Cluster in Dharwad

Muttiah Muralitharan's company to set up plant in Dharwad's FMCG Cluster with ₹439.18 crore investment, creating 500 jobs. Sri Lankan cricketer Muttiah Muralitharan's company to invest ₹439.18 crore in FMCG Cluster in Dharwad, creating 500 jobs. Construction to begin soon. In-principle approval given by State govt. for 20 lakh LPD…

The Hindu

Sri Lanka on path of economic recovery: FM Shehan Semasinghe

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Sri Lankan president vows to strengthen provincial governments to share power with Tamil minority

Sri Lanka’s president says he will strengthen provincial governments to meet long-standing demands for self-rule from the ethnic Tamil minority, an issue that led to a bloody quarter-century civil war in the island nation

The Independent UK

Three Sri Lankan fishermen arrested near Vedaranyam coast in T.N.

Three Sri Lankan fishermen arrested near Vedaranyam coast in Nagapattinam district after engine failure stranded them mid-sea. Identified as Ronald Reagen, Sivakumar, and Srikanthan, they were rescued by Coastal Security Group and taken to marine police station. Boat and fishing equipment confiscated; investigations ongoing.

The Hindu

Nine Mandapam fishermen released by Sri Lankan court

Nine fishermen from Mandapam, who were arrested by Sri Lankan Navy personnel on July 25 on the charge of poaching in their territorial waters, were released on bail with certain conditions by a court in the island nation on Tuesday. Rameswaram

The Hindu

Sachin Tendulkar bats for child nutrition, quality education for children in Sri Lanka

COLOMBO: Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar pitched for a nutrient-rich diet and quality education for children during his school visits in Sri Lanka where he also teamed up with people impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and the country's worst economic crisis.

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India vs Pakistan: How Pakistan captain Babar Azam is preparing for Asia Cup 2023 clash vs India

NEW DELHI: Babar Azam is simultaneously acclimatising himself to the Sri Lankan conditions, while keeping his focus on the much-anticipated high-octane Asia Cup encounter against India. He keeps his cricket pads on, facing fierce pace deliveries and playing long spells by spinners.

The Hindu

Sai Kishore eyes a maiden India cap

Sai Kishore eyes a maiden India cap. Over the last few years, R. Sai Kishore has made rapid progress in domestic cricket, especially in the shorter formats. He has already been a part of a limited-overs tour to Sri Lanka in 2021, was back-up for the home series against West…

The Times of India

Rohit Sharma hopeful of winning ODI World Cup 2023 at home

NEW DELHI: India captain Rohit Sharma will rely on the "massive" home support his squad receives to win the ODI World Cup. India last won the ODI World Cup in 2011 at home, when MS Dhoni and company hoisted the cherished trophy.

The Times of India

Fit-again Rashid Khan named in Afghanistan squad for Pakistan ODIs

NEW DELHI: Afghanistan announced its 16-member squad for the upcoming one-day international (ODI) series against Pakistan on Sunday. The series holds significance as it marks the first-ever bilateral series between the two nations and will take place in Sri Lanka.

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Noor Ahmed makes return to Afghanistan side for ODI series against Sri Lanka

Afghanistan named 18-member squad for the three-match ODI series against Pakistan that will be played in Sri Lanka, with young spinner Noor Ahmed set to make a comeback into the side ahead of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup in India later this year from October 5 to November 19…

The Times of India

Watch: Former Pakistan captain Ramiz Raja sings 'Manhari Sukumari' with Sri Lankan singer Yohani

Former Pakistan batsman Ramiz Raja has filled numerous roles in his cricketing career as a player as well as an administrator, but a video going viral on social media has showcased his talent as a singer as well.

The Hindu

India hands over ₹450 million to Sri Lanka to fund its digital identity project

India grants Sri Lanka ₹450 million for digital identity project, a crucial step in the island nation's digitalisation. Indian High Commissioner handed over the funds to State Minister of Technology, Kanaka Herath.

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Amazing Hotels: Life Beyond the Lobby 2023: next episode, locations and interviews

Amazing Hotels: Life Beyond the Lobby 2023 sees Monica Galetti and new presenter Rob Rinder on a whirlwind, worldwide voyage of discovery.

The Conversation

Australia will soon have its first Islamic bank. What does this mean, and what are the challenges?

Islamic banks have become an integral part of the financial system in many Muslim-majority countries, as well as in nations with sizeable Muslim minorities such as the United Kingdom, South Africa, Sri Lanka and Thailand.

Zenger

Microsoft Hires AWS’s Puneet Chandok To Lead India Operations

Microsoft Corp has announced the appointment of Puneet Chandok as Corporate Vice President of Microsoft India and South Asia

The Hindu

World Cup 2023 | Pakistan agree to playing India on October 14, will be pitted against Sri Lanka on October 10 instead of 12

The marquee World Cup clash between India and Pakistan will be held in Ahmedabad on October 14, instead of originally scheduled date October 15

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