Sri Lanka's Court of Appeal restored the country's cricket board, previously sacked by sports minister Roshan Ranasinghe after a humiliating loss to India in the 2023 WC.
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Court quashes minister's decision
The court quashed the minister's decision to sack the board and form a new interim committee. They instead reinstated the board while a full hearing is pending.
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President Silva's petition
Sri Lanka cricket board president Shammi Silva successfully sent a petition to the court, thwarting Ranasinghe's plans of forming a new committee.
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Allegations of corruption
The sports minister Ranasinghe has been at odds with the board over multiple corruption allegations. He has also raised ethical issues with the board officials.
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Ranatunga vows to clear SL's image
Meanwhile, former World Cup-winning captain Arjuna Ranatunga, who was set to lead the interim committee, vowed to restore Sri Lankan cricket's reputation.
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Forgettable 2023 World Cup
Despite a strong showing in the qualifiers, Sri Lanka have struggled in the 2023 World Cup. Currently ranked eighth and are fighting for a spot in the 2025 Champions Trophy.