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Kagiso Rabada Cleared To Play Again After Completing 'substance Abuse Treatment Program'

South African Institute: South Africa pacer Kagiso Rabada has been cleared to play again after completing the 'substance abuse treatment program' following testing positive for a recreational drug during the SA20 competition earlier this year. According to a statement from the South African Institute for Drug-Free Sport (SAIDS), Rabada was tested following the SA20 match between MI Cape Town and Durban Super Giants on January 21. He tested positive for a Substance of Abuse and was informed of the result on April 1, following which a provisional suspension was imposed. Mr. Rabada tested positive for a Substance of Abuse and was subsequently notified of the allegation of his doping offence on 1 April 2025. A provisional suspension was imposed and Mr. Rabada returned immediately to South Africa from India, the release stated. While the specific drug was not named in the statement, Article 4.2.3 of the SAIDS Code lists cocaine, heroin, MDMA/ecstasy, and THC among the substances of abuse. The statement also referenced Article 10.2.4.1 of the SAIDS Code, which notes: If the athlete can establish that any ingestion or use occurred out-of-competition and was unrelated to sport performance, then the period of ineligibility shall be three (3) months. This may be reduced to one (1) month if the athlete satisfactorily completes a substance abuse treatment program approved by SAIDS. According to SAIDS, Rabada has since participated in an education and awareness programme to prevent further substance abuse. He can resume playing immediately and could return to action as soon as Wednesday, when GT play Mumbai Indians (MI). The player accepted responsibility for the doping offence and honoured his provisional suspension, the release added. As per the South African Anti-Doping Rules specifically pertaining to Substances of Abuse, the player was offered an opportunity to complete a substance abuse treatment program. After Mr. Rabada satisfactorily completed two sessions of his treatment program, his provisional suspension ended. The player has effectively served a one-month period of ineligibility and may now resume participation in sport. The player accepted responsibility for the doping offence and honoured his provisional suspension, the release added. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

Bangladesh Set To Tour Sri Lanka For All-format Mens Series In June

Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium: Bangladesh are set to tour Sri Lanka for an all-format mens series, starting in June. The all-format series between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka will feature two Tests, three ODIs, and three T20Is. It is the first time in four years that Bangladesh will be touring Sri Lanka. The last time Bangladesh played in Sri Lanka was in April-May 2021 when they lost the Test series 1-0. The first Test was drawn in Pallekele, while Sri Lanka secured a comfortable win by 209 runs in the second Test at the same venue. The upcoming tours Test matches are set to take place in Galle (June 17-21) and Colombo (June 25-29) respectively, and will kick off the new World Test Championship (WTC) cycle for both sides. This will be followed by three ODIs on July 2, 5 and 8. The first two ODIs are set to be played in Colombo while the final match will be held in Pallekele. The tour will then end with three T20Is, set to be played on July 10, 13, and 16 in Pallekele, Dambulla, and Colombo respectively. Before their all-format visit to Sri Lanka, Bangladesh have prior T20I assignments to take care of. They will face the UAE for a two-game T20I series in Sharjah and then tour Pakistan for a five-match T20I series from May 27 to June 3, with Bangladesh to be led by wicketkeeper-batter Litton Das. Most recently, Bangladesh faced off against Zimbabwe at home as they drew the Test series 1-1 with starring performances from Mehidy Hasan Miraz, who took three five-wicket hauls in two Test matches. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka's last international outing came against Australia at home in February this year. They lost the two-match Test series but managed to beat them 2-0 in the ODIs. Schedule: Tests: June 17-21, 1st Test, Galle International Cricket Stadium, Galle June 25-29, 2nd Test, Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo ODIs: July 2, 1st ODI, R Premadasa International Cricket Stadium, Colombo July 5, 2nd ODI, R Premadasa International Cricket Stadium, Colombo July 8, 3rd ODI, Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele T20Is: July 10, 1st T20I, Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele July 13, 2nd T20I, Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium, Dambulla July 10, 1st T20I, Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS

Bangladesh to make all-format tour of Sri Lanka in June-July

The teams will face off in two Tests, three ODIs and three T20Is

India Clinch 5-0 Series Win Over Sri Lanka In PD Deepak Lohia Memorial Trophy 2025

PD Deepak Lohia Memorial Trophy: The Indian Physical Disability Cricket Team concluded a dominant run in the PD Deepak Lohia Memorial Trophy 2025 with a clean 5-0 series win against Sri Lanka in Bengaluru on Monday. Jointly organised by the Differently-Abled Cricket Council of India (DCCI) and Wilspoke Sports and Entertainment, the series was played at Kini Cricket Ground, Bengaluru from April 26 to May 5, drawing strong support from players, partners, spectators, and disability rights advocates. In the final match held in Bengaluru, India won the toss and opted to bat, setting a mammoth target of 191/5 in 20 overs. The Indian batters displayed remarkable composure and flair, giving the home side complete control. In response, Sri Lanka was bowled out for just 88 in 15.1 overs, wrapping up a commanding victory. Narendra Mangore was named Man of the Match for his outstanding performance in the final. Ravindra Sante was adjudged Man of the Series for his consistent contributions throughout the tournament. The winning Indian team received a cash prize of Rs 2,00,000, while the Sri Lankan team was awarded Rs 50,000, along with trophies in recognition of their commendable participation. Ravi Kant Chauhan, general secretary of DCCI, remarked, This clean sweep is a proud moment for Indian disability cricket. Our players have shown the country what true grit and discipline look like. This victory is not just a series winits a step forward in making disability sports part of mainstream sporting culture. The winning Indian team received a cash prize of Rs 2,00,000, while the Sri Lankan team was awarded Rs 50,000, along with trophies in recognition of their commendable participation. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS