Sports Australia outclass West Indies to book Lord’s date Published 14 mins agoon 2026/07/2 Australia cruised past West Indies in the first semi-final of the Women’s T-20 World Cup on Tuesday at The Oval Australia extended their unbeaten run in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup to s…
Sports Australia outclass West Indies to book Lord’s date
Published 14 mins agoon 2026/07/2
Australia cruised past West Indies in the first semi-final of the Women’s T-20 World Cup on Tuesday at The Oval Australia extended their unbeaten run in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup to six matches, cruising into the final with a commanding seven-wicket victory over West Indies in Tuesday’s semi-final at The Oval. It was another polished display from the tournament favourites, who once again underlined why they remain the team to beat as they chase a record extending seventh T20 World Cup title. Having swept through the group stage with five successive wins, Australia were barely troubled in the knockout clash, sealing victory with seven overs to spare. West Indies made a promising start as their openers added 47 for the first wicket, but Australia’s disciplined bowling created dot-ball pressure to swing the momentum decisively. The Caribbean middle order failed to capitalise, slumping to 83 for six before Deandra Dottin staged a late rescue act. Dottin struck 26 off just 16 deliveries, including four boundaries, to lift her side to a more respectable total, but it was never enough to seriously challenge the Australians. The all-rounder had earlier sparked concern after being assisted off the field with a medical issue shortly after the national anthems. She later returned to bat at number eight, showing courage to provide the innings with a much needed late flourish. Australia’s chase was anchored by wicketkeeper batter Beth Mooney, who produced a fluent unbeaten 61 from just 36 balls, peppering the boundary with eight fours. There was a minor injury scare when the experienced Ellyse Perry retired hurt on two, but team management later confirmed she was suffering only from tightness in her quadriceps. Australia now have several days to recover before Sunday’s final at Lord’s, where they will face the winners of Thursday’s second semi-final between hosts England and South Africa at The Oval. Rex Clementine at The Oval ✍️
Sports MAIN Championship announces Sri Lanka’s first International Muay Thai Fight night
Published 14 mins agoon 2026/07/2
MAIN Championship recently announced Sri Lanka’s first international Muay Thai fight night, set to take place on 9th August 2026 at the BMICH, Colombo. The announcement marks a defining moment for combat sports in this country. The event which is to be produced to world class standards will bring together elite local and international athletes across 11 professional bouts before an expected audience of over 1,000 guests, including 150+ VVIP attendees. and also builds competitive pathways for Sri Lankan athletes to train, compete and earn recognition at international level. The championship will feature bouts across two divisions namely, senior professional fights contested over three rounds of three minutes each and junior bouts over three rounds of two minutes each. Muay Thai is a traditional martial art organisation from Thailand now recognised as one of the world’s most widely practised striking disciplines. It is also known as the ‘Art of Eight Limbs’ employing fists, elbows, knees and shins and is practised competitively in more than 140 countries and has received recognition from the International Olympic Committee [IOC]. At present over 1000 Sri Lankan athletes have taken up the sport. Speaking at the launch, Lankesh Rupasinghe Founder of ‘MAIN Championship Pvt Ltd’ said that the sport at its best does more than entertain will create jobs, open doors for athletes and give the youth of this country a pursuit worth dedicating themselves to. The MAIN Championship carries the endorsement of the Sri Lanka MuayThai Federation [SLMTF].
Sports S. Thomas’ host Schools Tennis Carnival
Published 14 mins agoon 2026/07/2
Co-founder and Managing Director Yeti, Dilshan Balasuriya (centre) presents a pack of Yeti products to the Master-in-Charge S. Thomas’ Tennis Team Sunil Shantha and Captain S. Thomas’ Tennis Team Chanakya Perera. (Pic by Kamal Wanniarachchi) S. Thomas’ College, Mount Lavinia is celebrating its 175-year legacy with the 175th Anniversary S. Thomas’ College Tennis Carnival at the S. Thomas’ College Tennis Courts in Mount Lavinia. The teams competing in this Under-19 Boys’ and Girls’ tournament which commenced on Tuesday, are S. Thomas’, Ananda, St. Peter’s, St. Joseph’s, Ladies’ College, Bishop’s College, Musaeus and Visakha. The tournament is organised by the S. Thomas’ College Tennis Team with the support of the school authorities and sponsors Yeti Isotonic.