Put Nissanka’s batting in my mind as I came up with a plan, says Dunith Wellalage

IANS | August 3, 2024 12:54 PM

Colombo, Aug 3 (IANS) Sri Lanka’s left-arm spin all-rounder Dunith Wellalage, who chipped with an all-round performance – 67 not out and 2-39 – in the tied first ODI against India, said he came up with a batting plan in his mind at the R Premadasa Stadium after taking inspiration from in-form opener Pathum Nissanka.

Delhi Premier League: Navdeep Saini, Hrithik Shokeen in West Delhi Lions squad

IANS | August 2, 2024 9:38 PM

New Delhi, Aug 2 (IANS) Indian pacer Navdeep Saini is set to spearhead the bowling attack of the West Delhi Lions in the upcoming Delhi Premier League (DPL), organised by the Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA). The League will run from August 17 to September 8 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi.

1st ODI: Nissanka, Wellalage fifties carry Sri Lanka to 230/8 against India

IANS | August 2, 2024 6:59 PM

Colombo, Aug 2 (IANS) Pathum Nissanka continued his fine run of form by hitting 56 off 75 balls, while Dunith Wellalage struck a superb 67 not out at the back-end as the duo carried Sri Lanka to a competitive 230/8 against India in the ODI series opener at the R. Premadasa Stadium here on Friday.

Delhi Premier League will provide youngsters a platform to showcase talent: DDCA President Rohan Jaitley

IANS | August 2, 2024 4:21 PM

New Delhi, Aug 2 (IANS) The Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA) president Rohan Jaitley said that the upcoming Delhi Premier League (DPL) will serve as a platform for youngsters to showcase their talent and excel in the sport. Jaitley on Friday announced that the inaugural edition of the league will commence in the second half of August at Arun Jaitley Stadium. The league will feature both men's and women's teams.