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 History made on the court
Published 14 mins agoon 2026/07/2
St. Joseph’s College, Colombo 10 has clinicaly marched through the Under 15 Division 1 Tier 1 Basketball Tournament to claim the ultimate crown with an absolutely flawless, undefeated run. From the opening whistle of the tournament right through to the grand finale, the Josephians dominated every single quarter. The Joes beat Carey College, Gateway College, S. Thomas’ and Royal in their group games before defeating Trinity College, Kandy in the quarter-final. They overcame Prince of Wales College in the semis while the final was a rematch against Gateway and St. Joseph’s won comprehensively. Anuhas Perera was named Best Offensive Player while Sandira Appuhami was Most Valuable Player.
Sports S. Thomas’ host Schools Tennis Carnival
Published 15 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.