2nd Test: Nissanka, Chandimal help Sri Lanka edge ahead with 43-run lead vs Bangladesh

IANS | June 26, 2025 9:16 PM

Colombo, June 26 (IANS) A sublime unbeaten 146 by opener Pathum Nissanka and his crucial 194-run second-wicket stand with Dinesh Chandimal (93) helped Sri Lanka finish Day 2 of the first Test against Bangladesh in firm control, reaching stumps on 290 for 2 for a lead of 43 runs at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground here on Thursday.

Stop clock for Tests, new DRS protocols amongst notable rule changes by ICC

IANS | June 26, 2025 7:00 PM

New Delhi, June 26 (IANS) Men’s international cricket will witness notable rule changes from the International Cricket Council (ICC), including a stop clock for Tests and new Decision Review System (DRS) protocols. Although the 2025-27 World Test Championship (WTC) cycle has kicked off with new rules, white-ball rule changes are effective from July 2.

Cricket Ireland CEO Warren Deutrom to step down after almost 19 years in charge

IANS | June 26, 2025 4:53 PM

New Delhi, June 26 (IANS) Warren Deutrom, Cricket Ireland’s CEO, will be stepping down from his role at the end of August, after spending almost 19 years in charge. Appointed to the role in December 2006, Deutrom played an instrumental role in Ireland’s progression as a full-member nation and achieved Test-playing status from the International Cricket Council (ICC) in 2017.