Sri Lanka Cricket has reportedly sanctioned players following a post-match altercation between India A's Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Sri Lanka A's Vishen Halambage in Dambulla. Match referee Pradeep Jeyapragash sanctioned Halambage, and Niroshan Dickwella was fined. It's unclear if Sooryavanshi faced punishment.
Two Sri Lanka Under-19 cricketers have been arrested for allegedly filming women while they were bathing in a hotel in Narahenpita, Colombo. The women staying at the hotel complained that they were being filmed on mobile phones inside their bathrooms. Both players have been released on personal bail of 500,000 LKR (approximately $1,564) and are scheduled to appear in court on May 25. Police are investigating whether any of the alleged videos were shared online. Sri Lanka Cricket has not yet announced any disciplinary action.
Sri Lanka Cricket president Shammi Silva and the entire Executive Committee have resigned with immediate effect, triggering government intervention. Silva, who served four consecutive terms since 2019, oversaw Asia Cup wins but also disappointing ICC tournament performances. The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has temporarily taken administrative control, promising structural reforms amid longstanding corruption and mismanagement allegations.
Sri Lanka Cricket's entire executive committee has resigned following government pressure, paving the way for a new leadership. This move comes amid ongoing concerns about corruption and administrative mismanagement, and follows a past ICC suspension for political interference. The team's recent poor performance has further fueled calls for reform and stability.
Sri Lanka fast bowler Nuwan Thushara has withdrawn his legal case against Sri Lanka Cricket after the board refused to grant him a No Objection Certificate for IPL 2026 due to his failure to meet mandatory fitness standards in the 2-km run test. Thushara, who was set to represent Royal Challengers Bengaluru, challenged the decision in Colombo District Court but withdrew the petition during a recent hearing, with the court dismissing the case. Thushara also apologized to SLC, signaling an attempt to repair his relationship with the national board.
