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දෙසැම්බර් 14, 2023

සනත්ට ශ්‍රී ලංකා ක්‍රිකට් ආයතනයේ තනතුරක්

Ronaldo Faces $286 Fine and 30-Day Match Ban from Portuguese Team

Renowned football star Cristiano Ronaldo has been fined 255 Euros and handed a 30-day match ban for leaving the Portuguese national football team's training camp ahead of schedule. The Disciplinary Committee of the Portuguese Football Federation announced these sanctions on Monday, concluding that the charges against him had been fully substantiated. The official statement noted that the Portuguese Football Federation's Disciplinary Committee determined, following an investigation, that the allegations against him were entirely confirmed. Accordingly, it is stated that the respondent, Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro, has been found guilty of committing a disciplinary violation punishable under Article 160(1) of the RDFPF. Consequently, he has been handed a 30-day suspension from matches and a fine of 255.00 Euros. In determining the amount of the fine, the committee took into account factors favorable to Ronaldo, such as his contributions to the sport of football and the recognition he has received for his athletic prowess. The statement further noted that, in light of his exceptional service to football and the accolades earned for his sporting skills, the respondent, Cristiano Ronaldo, submitted his sporting record—detailing the awards and recognition received throughout his career—to the committee.

Pragyan Ojha Appointed as Chairman of the Indian Cricket Selection Committee

Former cricketer Pragyan Ojha has been appointed as the Chairman of the Indian Cricket Selection Committee.Steps have also been taken to include Ramesh Powar in the selection committee.The tenure of the former selection committee chairman, Ajit Agarkar, concluded on October 4th.Consequently, Ramesh Powar has been named to the selection committee as his replacement.

Janani Dhananjana won the silver medal in the women’s T47 200m event.

Sri Lanka’s Janani Dhananjana secured the silver medal in the women’s T47 200m event at the 2026 Asian Para Games.She achieved this by clocking a time of 28.8 seconds.The 5th Asian Para Games are being held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.

Chaturika Priyanthi Sets 3 Sri Lankan Records at the 50th National Sports Festival

The weightlifting competition of the 50th National Sports Festival concluded this past weekend.A notable highlight was the performance of Chaturika Priyanthi, who competed in the +86kg weight category and established three new Sri Lankan records.She lifted 85kg in the snatch and 110kg in the clean and jerk, achieving a total lift of 195kg—setting three new Sri Lankan records in the process

Official ICC Reprimand for Indian Opener Shafali Verma

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has issued an official reprimand to Indian opening batter Shafali Verma and added one demerit point to her disciplinary record.This follows a Level 1 breach of the ICC Code of Conduct during the second T20 International against Zimbabwe, specifically for violating Article 2.2.The penalty was imposed after Shafali Verma, expressing frustration following a dropped catch during the 12th over of the Zimbabwe innings, threw the ball onto the ground in an aggressive manner.As Shafali has accepted both the charge and the sanction, no further formal hearing will take place.

Sri Lanka Air Force Secures Overall Championship at the 2026 National Water Polo Tournament

The National Water Polo Tournament, organized by the Sri Lanka Aquatic Sports Union, was held at the Sri Lanka Air Force Swimming Pool Complex in Ratmalana on October 18, 2026, with the participation of several teams. The final match took place between the Sri Lanka Air Force and the Royal College Union Aquatic Club. The Sri Lanka Air Force Water Polo team emerged victorious, winning the overall men’s championship with a score of 13 to 11. The awards and certificate presentation ceremony for the tournament was held at the Sri Lanka Air Force Swimming Pool Complex in Ratmalana, presided over by Air Vice Marshal Prasanka Martino, the Director General of General Engineering of the Sri Lanka Air Force. The event was attended by a large number of participants, including athletes and officers from the three armed forces.