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Dambulla Sixers promote five academy players to senior squad

In a marked shift away from the franchise's reliance on overseas signings, the Sixers will field five academy graduates in the 2026 squad — the highest number from any franchise.

Vihari Wickramasinghe31 May 2026

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Hasaranga to lead spin-heavy Kandy Royals attack

After a record-breaking BBL season the leg-spinner returns to the LPL with the Kandy Royals, joining a bowling unit that has openly built around him.

Krishani Fernando29 May 2026

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Pathum Nissanka named Colombo Kaps captain for 2026

The 26-year-old opener will lead the franchise for the first time, succeeding the retired Dimuth Karunaratne. Coach Mahela Jayawardene praised "a player ready to step into the role at exactly the right moment in his career".

Romesh de Silva27 May 2026

Dambulla Sixers promote five academy players to senior squad

Hasaranga to lead spin-heavy Kandy Royals attack

Pathum Nissanka named Colombo Kaps captain for 2026

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Dambulla Sixers promote five academy players to senior squad

Hasaranga to lead spin-heavy Kandy Royals attack

Pathum Nissanka named Colombo Kaps captain for 2026