Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka lauded batting consultant Vikram Rathour for instilling an aggressive mindset ahead of the T20 World Cup. Despite recent disappointing results, Shanaka expressed confidence in the batters,

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has formally requested the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to reconsider reports of a potential boycott of the India vs Pakistan

Sri Lanka Cricket president Shammi Silva reportedly wrote a letter to the Pakistan Cricket Board warning them of the heavy impact that their planned boycott of their Group A clash against India in Colombo could have on the T20 World Cup.

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has officially intervened in the escalating T20 World Cup diplomatic crisis, warning the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) that a boycott of the February 15 clash against India would trigger a massive financial disaster.

President Dissanayake, in his own message, described the arrival of the relics as a moment of deep reverence. He thanked Prime Minister Modi and the Government of India for honouring their commitment and enabling Sri Lankans to pay homage to the sacred relics, which will be open for public veneration from February 5 onwards.

Union Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh highlighted India's steadfast partnership with Sri Lanka, noting renewed dynamism. He emphasized unconditional support, significant economic ties, and extensive development and humanitarian assistance.

The 3rd T20I match between Sri Lanka and England will be played at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele.