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Sri Lanka: news, facts and key points

Sri Lanka played their first Test in 1982 and rose rapidly, winning the 1996 ODI World Cup with an aggressive new way of opening the batting. They are also the 2014 T20 World Cup champions.The team has produced legends such as Muttiah Muralitharan, Kumar Sangakkara, Mahela Jayawardene and Sanath…

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Pakistan to Wear Pink Jerseys Against England on October 25 for Breast Cancer Awareness

  • Pakistan will wear specially designed pink kits against England in the fourth ODI on October 25.
  • The Pakistan Cricket Board is dedicating the match to Breast Cancer Awareness Day during Pinktober.
  • The fixture is scheduled for Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium as the tri-series moves from Rawalpindi to Lahore.
  • Pink stumps, stadium screens and LED perimeter boards will carry awareness branding and messages.
  • England players, match officials and commentators have been invited to wear pink ribbons.

Pakistan, England and Sri Lanka Begin 2027 World Cup Preparations in ODI Tri-Series

  • The seven-match tri-series runs from October 18 to 31, 2026, in Pakistan.
  • Pakistan face Sri Lanka in the opening match at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on October 18.
  • The first three matches are scheduled for Rawalpindi, before the tournament moves to Lahore for the final four fixtures.
  • Pakistan meet England on October 20, and Sri Lanka play England on October 22 in Rawalpindi.
  • The remaining league matches are scheduled for Lahore on October 25, 27 and 29.

Did you know? Facts about Sri Lanka

  • The tri-series includes Pakistan, England and Sri Lanka and runs from October 18 to October 31, 2026. Read the story →
  • The seven-match tri-series uses Rawalpindi for its first three matches before moving to Lahore for the remaining four, including the final. Read the story →
  • The PCB says players will also appear in special video messages to encourage awareness of breast cancer. Read the story →
  • The campaign is designed to use live commentary and stadium displays to reach audiences in Pakistan and abroad. Read the story →
  • All three participating countries have previously won the men’s ODI World Cup: Pakistan in 1992, Sri Lanka in 1996 and England in 2019. Read the story →
  • The tournament features seven matches, with each team scheduled to meet the other two twice before the top two reach the final. Read the story →
  • Pakistan hosted an ODI tri-series with New Zealand and South Africa in February 2025 ahead of the Champions Trophy. Read the story →
  • The series is scheduled across two venues: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium and Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium. Read the story →
  • Jayawardene has served Mumbai Indians in a senior coaching role across multiple IPL seasons. Read the story →
  • Mumbai Indians are one of the IPL’s most successful franchises, with five championship titles. Read the story →
  • A head-coach change can affect staff responsibilities, squad planning and preparation, but no specific successor is confirmed in the supplied headline. Read the story →
  • Vaas’s 400 ODI wickets for Sri Lanka place him among the country’s most prolific one-day bowlers. Read the story →

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Pakistan to Wear Pink Jerseys Against England on October 25 for Breast Cancer Awareness

The Pakistan Cricket Board will dedicate the fourth ODI against England at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium on October 25 to breast cancer awareness, with pink kits, pink stumps and campaign messages promoting early detection and timely treatment.

🟢 Official · Sportstar

Pakistan, England and Sri Lanka Begin 2027 World Cup Preparations in ODI Tri-Series

Pakistan, England and Sri Lanka begin a seven-match ODI tri-series on October 18, with matches in Rawalpindi and Lahore serving as preparation for the 2027 Men’s Cricket World Cup.

🟡 Report · ESPNcricinfo

Mahela Jayawardene Steps Down as Mumbai Indians Head Coach After IPL Campaign

ESPNcricinfo reports that Mahela Jayawardene has stepped down as Mumbai Indians head coach. The decision marks a coaching change at the five-time IPL champions; the franchise’s official confirmation and details about a successor should be checked before publication.

🟢 Confirmed · Cricbuzz

Chaminda Vaas Joins Delhi Capitals as Fast-Bowling Coach for IPL 2027

Delhi Capitals have appointed former Sri Lanka fast bowler Chaminda Vaas as their fast-bowling coach for IPL 2027. The move brings a 355-Test-wicket and 400-ODI-wicket veteran into a revamped support staff led by Sourav Ganguly.

Shubman Gill and Shafali Verma Win ICC Player of the Month Awards for September

Shubman Gill and Shafali Verma have won the ICC Men’s and Women’s Player of the Month awards for September 2026. Gill claimed his fifth monthly award after a record-breaking ODI double-century, while Shafali was recognised for her influential performances in the Women’s Asia Cup and Asian Games.

BCCI Denies India–Sri Lanka ODI Venue Change, Delhi to Host Series Opener

The BCCI has dismissed reports that India’s opening ODI against Sri Lanka will be shifted from Delhi to Ahmedabad. The December 13 match remains allotted to Delhi, while Ahmedabad is scheduled to host the series finale on December 19.

🟢 Official · ICC

Pakistan Create History Against Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi, Seal T20I Series

Pakistan defeated Sri Lanka by 82 runs in Rawalpindi after posting a record home T20I total of 215/3. Maaz Sadaqat scored 96 and Muhammad Imran took three wickets as Pakistan clinched the series 2–0.

Sahibzada Farhan Admits Pressure as Pakistan T20I Captain, Targets Attacking Cricket

Sahibzada Farhan has acknowledged the pressure of captaining Pakistan in T20 internationals after replacing Salman Ali Agha. The new skipper wants his team to adopt an attacking approach as Pakistan begin their home series against Sri Lanka.

Kusal Mendis Returns as Sri Lanka Make Six Changes for Pakistan T20Is

Kusal Mendis returns as Sri Lanka captain for the Pakistan T20I series. Check the six squad changes, injured players, full squad and match schedule.

ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 Schedule: India vs Australia, Pakistan Fixtures

ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 schedule announced. Check India vs Australia, India vs Pakistan fixtures, groups, venues, dates, Super 7, semi-finals and final details.

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