Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Sri Lanka batsman Rajapaksa quits ahead of Zimbabwe series

Rajapaksa

COLOMBO: Sri Lankan top-order batsman Bhanuka Rajapaksa quit international cricket Wednesday just days before the start of a one-day international series against Zimbabwe at home. The 30-year-old left-hander resigned due to family obligations, Sri Lanka Cricket said in a statement. “I have very carefully considered my position as a player, husband and am taking this decision looking … Read more

Sri Lanka beats Pakistan by 35 runs in second T20I

Sri Lanka beat Pakistan by 35 runs in 2nd T20I in Lahore

Sri Lanka ripped through Pakistan‘s batting line-up and emerged victorious by 35 runs in 2nd T20I at historic Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. Bhanuka Rajapaksa struck an aggressive maiden international half-century as Sri Lanka made 182-6 before spinner Wanindu Hasaranga took 3-38 to help bowl Pakistan out for 147 in 19 overs. Rajapaksa blasted 77 off … Read more